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Luratrend 80mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Luratrend 80mg Tablet is 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. It can also be used to treat depression, mania, and bipolar disorders.
Luratrend 80mg 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.
Luratrend 80mg 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 Luratrend Tablet
Benefits of Luratrend Tablet
In Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Luratrend 80mg 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. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefits.
Side effects of Luratrend 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 Luratrend
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Weight gain
- Sleepiness
- Dryness in mouth
- Indigestion
- Parkinsonism
- Akathisia (inability to stay still)
- Anxiety
- Stomach discomfort
- Restlessness
- Upper abdominal pain
- Agitation
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Increased saliva production
How to use Luratrend 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. Luratrend 80mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Luratrend 80mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Luratrend 80mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Luratrend 80mg 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
Luratrend 80mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Luratrend 80mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Luratrend 80mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Luratrend 80mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Luratrend 80mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Luratrend 80mg Tablet helps treat schizophrenia.
- It has a lower risk of causing weight gain and changes to cholesterol, blood sugar, and heart rhythm as compared to other similar medicines.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Luratrend 80mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
- Inform your doctor if you notice any abnormal or uncontrolled movements.
- Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking this medicine without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Thiazole Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Atypical Antipsychotics
Patient concerns
User feedback
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FAQs
Can Luratrend 80mg Tablet be used during pregnancy?
Luratrend 80mg Tablet should be avoided during pregnancy unless this has been prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will monitor your baby closely after birth because giving Luratrend 80mg Tablet during the last 3 months to the mother may cause shaking, sleepiness, agitation, breathing problems, difficulty in feeding and muscle stiffness and/or weakness in the baby.
What monitoring is required during treatment with Luratrend 80mg Tablet?
Luratrend 80mg Tablet may cause an increase in blood sugar levels in diabetic patients or those having risk factors for diabetes. It may also decrease white blood cell count and increase prolactin, cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Therefore, during treatment with Luratrend 80mg Tablet, your doctor may get blood tests done to check for blood sugar levels, blood cell counts, prolactin levels (hormone) and cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
How should Luratrend 80mg Tablet be taken?
Luratrend 80mg Tablet should be swallowed whole with water in order to mask the bitter taste. You should take it during meals or just after having meals as this helps the body to take up the medicine and allows it to work better. Try to take it at the same time every day, so that you remember to take it.
Does Luratrend 80mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Weight gain is a common side effect of Luratrend 80mg Tablet, though not everyone is affected. If you experience weight gain on taking Luratrend 80mg Tablet, talk to your doctor or a nutritionist. Eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly can help you maintain your weight.
How long does Luratrend 80mg Tablet take to work?
Luratrend 80mg Tablet does not show any immediate improvement. It may take several days to weeks to notice improvement in symptoms. The patient is continuously monitored during this time.
What should be avoided while taking Luratrend 80mg Tablet?
Alcohol should be avoided while taking Luratrend 80mg Tablet since taking both together may cause severe side effects. In addition to that, you should not drink grapefruit juice while on Luratrend 80mg Tablet since it affects the way it works.
What is the most important information I should know about Luratrend 80mg Tablet?
Luratrend 80mg Tablet can cause increased risk of death in elderly people who have confusion, memory loss or have lost touch with reality (dementia-related psychosis). It is important to know that Luratrend 80mg Tablet may increase suicidal thoughts or behavior in some children, teenagers, and young adults within the first few months of treatment and when the dose is changed.
Does Luratrend 80mg Tablet cause dizziness?
Yes, Luratrend 80mg Tablet may cause dizziness, sleepiness and vision problems. If you experience any of these symptoms, you should avoid driving or using heavy machinery.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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