Amal T 50mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of schizophrenia, a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave.

Amal T 50mg Tablet is used to treat schizophrenia and Parkinson's disease (a disorder of the nervous system that causes difficulties with movement and balance) in whom other medicines have not worked.

Uses of Amal T Tablet

Schizophrenia

Benefits of Amal T Tablet

In Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Amal T 50mg Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life. Take it as prescribed by the doctor and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.

Side effects of Amal T Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Amal T

Nausea
Vomiting
Dryness in mouth
Constipation
Weight gain
Decreased blood pressure
Dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions)
Akathisia (inability to stay still)
Parkinsonism
Increased prolactin level in blood

How to use Amal T Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Amal T 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amal T 50mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Amal T 50mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Amal T 50mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Amal T 50mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel less alert, drowsy or sleepy while taking this medicine. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

CAUTION

Amal T 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Amal T 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Amal T 50mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Amal T 50mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Amal T 50mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Amal T 50mg Tablet helps treat schizophrenia.
Take it at bedtime to avoid feeling sleepy during the day.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Amal T 50mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
It may cause increased weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat) levels. Eat healthy and exercise regularly.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking Amal T 50mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Denzamide Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Atypical Antipsychotics

Patient concerns

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Take bilbadi churan 1 spoon twice, Amal pitta mishran suspension 10 ml twice after meal , Chitrakadi vati 2 tablet twice with water before meal

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FAQs

Does Amal T 50mg Tablet make you sleepy?

Yes, Amal T 50mg Tablet may make you sleepy, drowsy, less alert, and may even blur your vision. If you experience these symptoms you should not drive or operate heavy machinery.

When should I take Amal T 50mg Tablet?

The time of taking the medicine will be suggested by your doctor depending upon your dose. Doses up to 300 mg can be taken anytime of the day but preferably at the same time each day. Doses more than 300 mg can be taken half in the morning and half in the evening. You can take the medicine during or between meals.

What does Amal T 50mg Tablet do to the brain?

Amal T 50mg Tablet belongs to antipsychotic class of medicines. It acts against dopamine receptors in the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter which helps in regulating mood and behavior. Schizophrenia is associated with an overactivity of dopamine in the brain, and this overactivity may cause delusions and hallucinations. Amal T 50mg Tablet prevents this excessive activity of dopamine in the brain which helps in treating symptoms of schizophrenia.

Does Amal T 50mg Tablet help with anxiety?

No, there is no data to support the use of Amal T 50mg Tablet in the treatment of anxiety. On the contrary, anxiety is a common side effect of Amal T 50mg Tablet.

Can I stop taking Amal T 50mg Tablet after some time?

No, you should keep taking Amal T 50mg Tablet as long as your doctor has advised. Do not stop the medication even if you feel better. Stopping it suddenly may worsen your condition or symptoms may come back. Talk to your doctor who will gradually reduce your dose.

Who should not take Amal T 50mg Tablet?

You should not take Amal T 50mg Tablet if you are under 15 years of age, allergic to it, have breast cancer or a tumor known as prolactinoma. Avoid taking Amal T 50mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding, have tumor of adrenal glands (pheochromocytoma), or if you are taking certain medicines like levodopa, medicines to treat heart rhythm disorders, etc.

Is Amal T 50mg Tablet addictive?

No, there is no evidence to say that Amal T 50mg Tablet causes addiction. Also, its use is not known to have any tendency for abuse.

What are the withdrawal symptoms of Amal T 50mg Tablet?

Suddenly stopping Amal T 50mg Tablet may cause withdrawal symptoms which include nausea, vomiting, sweating, difficulty sleeping, extreme restlessness, muscle stiffness or abnormal movements, or your original condition may come back. Therefore, it is advised to gradually reduce the dose of Amal T 50mg Tablet.

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