Asenapt 5 mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called 'antipsychotics' used to treat schizophrenia and manic depression (or bipolar disorder). Schizophrenia is a mental condition in which the person may feel, hear or see things that are not there, believe things that are not true, or feel unusually suspicious or confused. Manic depression, or bipolar disorder, is a serious brain disorder in which a person experiences extreme mood swings (variance in thinking) and frequent mood and behaviour changes.

Asenapt 5 mg Tablet contains 'Asenapine' that works by blocking the effects of chemical messengers in the brain (i.e. dopamine and serotonin), thereby helping improve mood, behaviour and thoughts. Asenapt 5 mg Tablet elevates the disease's symptoms and prevents them from coming back. Asenapt 5 mg Tablet treats schizophrenia and bipolar disorder who are at least 18 years of age.

Take Asenapt 5 mg Tablet as your doctor has prescribed it. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as sleepiness, sudden drops in blood pressure when you stand up, dizziness and changes in your ability to move and balance. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Please do not stop taking Asenapt 5 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor to avoid worsening seizures. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Asenapt 5 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not take Asenapt 5 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Asenapt 5 mg Tablet causes drowsiness and dizziness, do not drive unless you are alert. Asenapt 5 mg Tablet should not be recommended to children below 18 years of age for treating schizophrenia or mania. Avoid consuming alcohol with Asenapt 5 mg Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Asenapt 5 mg Tablet contains 'Asenapine' that works by blocking the effects of chemical messengers in the brain (i.e. dopamine and serotonin), thereby helping improve mood, behaviour and thoughts. Asenapt 5 mg Tablet elevates the disease's symptoms and prevents them from coming back. Asenapt 5 mg Tablet treats schizophrenia in people above 18 years and treats bipolar disorder who are at least 18 years of age.

• Sleepiness
• Anxiety
• Weight gain
• Muscle tightness
• Sedation
• Nausea
• Change in taste
• Numb feeling of the tongue or in the mouth
• Increased appetite
• Sudden drops in blood pressure when you stand up
• Dizziness and changes in your ability to move and balance

Do not take Asenapt 5 mg Tablet if you are allergic to Asenapine or its contents. Do not take Asenapt 5 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Asenapt 5 mg Tablet causes drowsiness and dizziness, do not drive unless you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol with Asenapt 5 mg Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Rise slowly from sitting or lying position as Asenapt 5 mg Tablet causes orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing). Inform your doctor before taking Asenapt 5 mg Tablet if you have diabetes, as Asenapt 5 mg Tablet can cause an increase in blood sugar levels. Asenapt 5 mg Tablet may not be suitable for people with a history of prolactin-dependent breast cancer as Asenapt 5 mg Tablet increases prolactin levels. Asenapt 5 mg Tablet should not be used in adults to treat dementia-related psychosis. Asenapt 5 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in patients below the age of 18 years. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. Some medicines may reduce or increase the effect of Asenapt 5 mg Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions: Asenapt 5 mg Tablet may interact with other Antipsychotic classes of medications such as iloperidone and haloperidol.

Food-Drug Interactions: Asenapt 5 mg Tablet may interact with alcohol, obesity, and high cholesterol levels.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Asenapt 5 mg Tablet may have interactions with dementia (memory loss), severe hepatic impairment, dementia, QT Prolongation, NMS (Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome), and tardive dyskinesia (a disorder that involves involuntary movements).

• ILOPERIDONE
• HALOPERIDOL

• Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
• Regularly attend therapy sessions.
• Perform meditation and yoga.
• Follow a regular sleep pattern.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Learn about your condition, understand the risk factors and follow the doctor’s treatment plan.

• While taking Asenapt 5 mg Tablet , you may become more sensitive to extreme temperature conditions (like too hot or too cold), so it is advisable to avoid getting too hot or too hot or dehydrated, especially during summer. Drink plenty of fluid and water to cope with this condition.
• If you are of childbearing age, use effective contraception without interruptions during your entire treatment with Asenapt 5 mg Tablet .
• Consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while taking Asenapt 5 mg Tablet .
• Asenapt 5 mg Tablet might affect blood and urine tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Asenapt 5 mg Tablet .

Schizophrenia: Schizophrenia is a severe long-term mental health condition. It causes a range of different psychological symptoms. Symptoms of schizophrenia include hallucinations (hearing or seeing things that do not exist outside of the mind), delusions (unusual beliefs not based on reality), muddled thoughts based on hallucinations or delusions, losing interest in everyday activities, not caring about your personal hygiene, wanting to avoid people, including friends.

Bipolar disorder: Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression or bipolar disease, is a mental health disorder associated with mood swings episodes ranging from manic highs to depressive lows.