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Pimo 2mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Pimo 2mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It works by altering the thoughts and elevating the mood, thereby improving the person’s ability to think, feel, and behave.

Pimo 2mg Tablet is used to treat certain mental disorders such as schizophrenia (a mental illness which causes disturbed thinking, strong emotions and abnormal behaviour), mania (an abnormally elevated mood state), behavioural problems in adults and children and symptoms of Tourette's disease (repetative uncontrolled movements and sounds).

Uses of Pimo Tablet

Benefits of Pimo Tablet

In Treatment of Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings, and behavior become abnormal. Pimo 2mg 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. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor advises you to as it can worsen your condition.

Side effects of Pimo 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 Pimo

  • Sleepiness
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Abnormality of voluntary movements
  • Weight gain
  • Increased prolactin level in blood
  • Urinary retention
  • Constipation
  • Abnormal vision
  • Tremors

How to use Pimo 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. Pimo 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Pimo 2mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pimo 2mg 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
Pimo 2mg 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
Pimo 2mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Pimo 2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pimo 2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Pimo 2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pimo 2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
  • Get regular blood tests to monitor the levels of electrolytes (salts such as potassium and magnesium) in your blood as suggested by your doctor.
  • Regularly get your heart function monitored as suggested by your doctor.
  • It may increase your weight, blood sugar and cholesterol. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your blood levels regularly.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Pimo 2mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as high fever, sweating, muscle stiffness, and faster breathing. These may be due to a rare side effect known as a neuroleptic malignant syndrome.
  • Do not stop taking Pimo 2mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause a worsening of symptoms.
     

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Diphenylbutylpiperidine Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Typical Antipsychotics

Patient concerns

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Suffering Schizophrnia from last 20+ years. Is cure able ?
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contacts your neurophysician or neuro psychtrist or some of meditation or exercises contact my clinic because of,this type of patient differ from others
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FAQs

How does Pimo 2mg Tablet work?

Pimo 2mg Tablet is an antipsychotic that acts by altering the effect of a chemical (dopamine), thereby, decreasing abnormal activity in the brain.

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References

  1. Stahl SM, editor. Pimozide. In: Stahl's Essential Pschopharmacology: Prescriber's Guide. 5th ed. New York, New York: Cambridge University Press; 2014. pp. 541-45.
  2. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 1122.
  3. Pimozide. Sellersville, PA: TEVA PHARMACEUTICALS USA; 2011. [Accessed 22 Mar 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Pimozide. [Updated 2018 Oct 31]. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:External Link
  5. Pimozide. Belgium, Brussels: EUMEDICA SA; 2002 [revised 01 Jul. 2016]. [Accessed 22 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  6. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 22 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Name: Mano Pharma Pvt Ltd
Address: no. 447, poonamallee high road, aminjikarai, chennai 600029
Country of origin: India

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