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Lur D 40 mg Tablet 10's

Lur D 40 mg Tablet 10's

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Synonym

LURASIDONE HYDROCHLORIDE

Composition

LURASIDONE-40MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

D D Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-26

for this medicine

About Lur D 40 mg Tablet

Lur D 40 mg Tablet used in the treatment of schizophrenia (affects a person's ability to feel, think and behave clearly) and bipolar depression (mood swings). 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. Bipolar disorder is characterized by manic episodes in which a person experiences extreme mood swings (variance in thinking) and frequent mood and behaviour changes. 

Lur D 40 mg Tablet contains ‘lurasidone’, which is an antipsychotic drug. It acts by blocking a hormone (dopamine) present in the brain responsible for developing symptoms of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Lur D 40 mg Tablet also blocks other neurotransmitters in the brain, such as serotonin. By blocking both, Lur D 40 mg Tablet helps to control the brain's activity and decrease the symptoms of schizophrenia and bipolar disease.

Take Lur D 40 mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Lur D 40 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, weight gain, indigestion, dryness in the mouth, akathisia (inability to stay still), stomach discomfort, anxiety, upper abdominal pain, restlessness, agitation (nervous excitement), insomnia (difficulty in sleeping) and increased saliva production. Most of these side effects of Lur D 40 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Lur D 40 mg Tablet should not be taken in conditions like if you are allergic to lurasidone or any other ingredients present in it. Before taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet , inform your doctor if you have problems associated with the liver, kidney or heart and low blood pressure. It is not recommended for use in children under 13 years of age. Before taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet inform your doctor if you are older than 65 years of age as it causes more side effects. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Lur D 40 mg Tablet causes drowsiness and dizziness. Do not drive unless you are alert.

Uses of Lur D 40 mg Tablet

Treatment of Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder

Medicinal Benefits

Lur D 40 mg Tablet is used to treat certain mood /mental diseases like schizophrenia and depression related to bipolar disorder. Lur D 40 mg Tablet  helps you to feel less nervous, think more clearly and take part in daily life. It may also help to reduce hallucinations (seeing/hearing things that are not there). It alters brain function and improves mood, thinking ability, and social behaviour. It reduces the development of symptoms in patients with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or other mood disorders. 

Directions for Use

Take Lur D 40 mg Tablet with or without food. Lur D 40 mg Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush the tablet. You are advised to take Lur D 40 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Lur D 40 mg Tablet

  • Drowsiness
  • Weight gain
  • Tremors, muscle stiffness, slow muscle movement
  • Feeling restless or unable to sit still
  • Nausea, vomiting
  • Runny nose
  • Sleep problems (insomnia)
  • Dry mouth
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Agitation

Drug Warnings

It is advisable to you not take Lur D 40 mg Tablet if you are allergic to lurasidone or any ingredients present in it. Before taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet , inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, stroke, liver problems, seizures, diabetes, dementia (memory loss), alcohol or drug abuse, sleep apnea (a sleep disorder) and urinary retention. Inform your doctor if you have epilepsy/fits, an increase in your weight, history of blood clots before taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet . Tell your doctor immediately if you develop suicidal thoughts, or your depression worsens after taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet . There is a greater chance of death in senior adults who take Lur D 40 mg Tablet for mental problems caused by dementia (thinking and suicidal symptoms). Most of the deaths were related to infection or heart disease. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet as it may worsen the side effects. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Lur D 40 mg Tablet causes drowsiness and dizziness. Do not drive unless you are alert.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Lur D 40 mg Tablet may interact with antiparkinsons medicines (levodopa), medicines for migraine (ergotamine), medicines for allergic conditions (terfenadine, astemizole), medicines for digestive disease (cisapride), antipsychotic medicines (pimozide), medicine for heart disease (quinidine), chest pain (bepridil), antidepressants (moclobemide, tranylcypromine, citalopram, escitalopram, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, sertraline, duloxetine, venlafaxine, amitriptyline, doxepin, trimipramine).

Drug-Food Interactions: Lur D 40 mg Tablet may interact with grapefruit and alcohol and increase the risk of side effects. 

Drug-Disease Interactions: Lur D 40 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with dementia, diabetes, low blood pressure, kidney disease and weight gain.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LEVODOPA
  • ERGOTAMINE
  • TERFENADINE
  • ASTEMIZOLE
  • CISAPRIDE
  • PIMOZIDE
  • QUINIDINE
  • BEPRIDIL
  • MOCLOBEMIDE
  • TRANYLCYPROMINE
  • CITALOPRAM
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • FLUOXETINE
  • FLUVOXAMINE
  • PAROXETINE
  • SERTRALINE
  • DULOXETINE
  • VENLAFAXINE
  • AMITRIPTYLINE
  • DOXEPIN
  • TRIMIPRAMINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do not take grapefruit or grapefruit juice while using Lur D 40 mg Tablet as it may alter the effects of the medicine.
  • Avoid intense exercise as it is harder for the body to cool down when it gets very hot. So, drink plenty of fluids and avoid going out in hot weather.
  • Do not take alcohol as it increases drowsiness and also worsens the disease condition. 
  • Eat healthily and keep a check on your weight regularly.

Special Advise

Lur D 40 mg Tablet may increase blood sugar levels even if you do not have diabetes, especially in patients with schizophrenia. So, it is recommended to immediately inform your doctor if you have symptoms such as increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue or increased appetite.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Schizophrenia: It is a condition in which the person may see, hear or feel things that are not there, believe things that are not true, or feel unusually suspicious or confused. Symptoms include hallucinations, delusions, thought disorders, movement disorders, disorganized thinking, loss of interest, lack of emotions, etc.

Bipolar disorder: It is a serious brain disorder in which a person goes through unusual mood changes (mood swings), and frequent changes in his/her behaviour and thinking.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with Lur D 40 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Lur D 40 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy. Hence, if you are pregnant, inform your doctor before taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet . Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if Lur D 40 mg Tablet passes into the breastmilk. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet , your doctor will prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Lur D 40 mg Tablet may cause dizziness. So, it is not recommended to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Lur D 40 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. If you have liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet . Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

Lur D 40 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. If you have kidney disease, inform your doctor before taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet . Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition.

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Children

Unsafe

Lur D 40 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children under 13 years.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

G-1/583,585,586 Sitapura Industrial Area, Riico, Tonk Road, Jaipur (Rajasthan)-302022.
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FAQs

Lur D 40 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (affects a person's ability to feel, think and behave clearly) and bipolar depression (mood swings). It helps you to feel less nervous, think more clearly and take part in daily life.
Lur D 40 mg Tablet may cause an increase in blood glucose (sugar) levels. So, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised while taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet . Diabetes patients should consult a doctor before taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet .
Weight gain is a common side effect of Lur D 40 mg Tablet , although not everyone is affected. If you experience weight gain on taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet , inform your doctor. Eating a healthy diet and frequent exercise can help you maintain your weight.
Alcohol should be avoided while taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet since taking both together may lead to severe side effects. You should not drink grapefruit juice while on Lur D 40 mg Tablet as it affects the way it works.
Lur D 40 mg Tablet may raise the risk of death in older persons who suffer from memory loss, perplexity, or have lost touch with reality. It is critical to understand that Lur D 40 mg Tablet may cause suicidal behaviour or thoughts in certain children, adolescents, and young adults during the first few months of treatment and when the dose is adjusted.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Lur D 40 mg Tablet . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.
Lur D 40 mg Tablet is an antipsychotic drug that works by blocking a hormone (dopamine) present in the brain responsible for developing symptoms of schizophrenia (a serious mental illness affecting thoughts, feelings, and behaviours) and bipolar disorder (a mental illness that causes mood swings, energy fluctuations, and concentration issues). It also blocks other neurotransmitters in the brain, such as serotonin. By blocking both dopamine and serotonin, Lur D 40 mg Tablet helps to control brain activity and decreasesthe symptoms of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
The common side effects of Lur D 40 mg Tablet include nausea, vomiting, weight gain, indigestion, sleepiness, dryness in the mouth, increased saliva production, akathisia (inability to stay still), anxiety, upper abdominal pain, restlessness, agitation (nervous excitement), and insomnia (difficulty in sleeping). Most of these side effects of Lur D 40 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
No, Lur D 40 mg Tablet should not be used during pregnancy unless prescribed by the doctor. Taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet in the later months of pregnancy may lead to extrapyramidal (uncontrolled body movements or muscle stiffness in the baby) or withdrawal symptoms after birth such as muscle stiffness, weakness, shakiness, sleepiness, breathing problems, agitation, and difficulty feeding. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please consult your doctor before taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet . The doctor will prescribe Lur D 40 mg Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks and will monitor the baby closely after birth.
Close monitoring for the emergence or worsening of suicidal behaviour and thoughts is recommended in patients taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet . Lur D 40 mg Tablet may increase blood sugar levels in diabetic patients, especially in those with schizophrenia. So, you should immediately inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, or increased appetite. It may also lead to weight gain, increase prolactin, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels, and decrease white blood cell count. Hence, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels, blood cell counts, hormone levels (prolactin), and cholesterol levels is advised while taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet . 
Lur D 40 mg Tablet should be taken with food for better absorption of the medicine. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush the tablet.
Lur D 40 mg Tablet may take several weeks or longer before you experience any improvement in your symptoms. Continue to take Lur D 40 mg Tablet even if you feel well, and do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor.
Yes, Lur D 40 mg Tablet can cause dizziness, fainting, and lightheadedness when you stand up too quickly after lying down. This is more likely to happen when you first start taking Lur D 40 mg Tablet or if your dose changes. To help prevent this problem, rise slowly from the bed and allow your feet to rest on the floor for a few minutes before standing up.

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