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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
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Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 10:52 AM IST

Uridol 20mg Tablet is used to treat behavioural disorders such as psychosis and schizophrenia. It contains Penfluridol, which works by blocking the action of chemical messengers that affect mood and thoughts. Thus, it helps treat behavioural disorders. Uridol 20mg Tablet may cause certain common side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, and sleepiness.

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Composition

PENFLURIDOL-20MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Psycogen Captab

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

for this medicine

About Uridol 20mg Tablet

Uridol 20mg Tablet belongs to a class of medications called antipsychotics indicated in the treatment of behavioural disorders such as psychosis and schizophrenia. Psychosis is a mental health condition in which emotions and thoughts are affected, and a person loses contact with reality.

Uridol 20mg Tablet contains Penfluridol, which works by blocking the action of chemical messengers that affect mood and thoughts. Thereby, it helps treat behavioural disorders.

Uridol 20mg Tablet may cause certain common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, and sleepiness. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. Take Uridol 20mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not take Uridol 20mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery, as Uridol 20mg Tablet may cause sleepiness and dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your complete health condition and medications to rule out any interactions or side effects.

Uses of Uridol 20mg Tablet

Treatment of Behavioural disorders

Medicinal Benefits

Uridol 20mg Tablet contains Penfluridol, which belongs to a class of medications called antipsychotics indicated in the treatment of behavioural disorders such as psychoses and schizophrenia. Uridol 20mg Tablet works by blocking the action of chemical messengers that affect mood and thoughts. Thereby, it helps treat behavioural disorders.

Directions for Use

Uridol 20mg Tablet should be taken as advised by your doctor. Swallow the medicine as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Uridol 20mg Tablet

  • Drowsiness
  • Sleepiness
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Change in weight
  • Impotence
  • Breast enlargement
  • Tremors

Drug Warnings

Do not take Uridol 20mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components or if you have CNS depression or coma. Inform the doctor if you have or have had heart problems, epilepsy, thyroid problems, dementia, cerebrovascular problems, blood clotting disorders, hypokalaemia (low potassium), hypomagnesemia (low magnesium levels), or kidney/liver problems. Do not take Uridol 20mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let the doctor know if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal products or supplements. Uridol 20mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy are not established. Avoid driving vehicles, operating machines and alcohol consumption, as it can increase sedation.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform the doctor if you are taking medicines used to treat Parkinson’s disease (levodopa), neuroleptic agents, anti-parasitic agents, hypnotics, antihistamines, opiates, anti-manic agents (lithium), antiepileptics (phenytoin, valproic acid), or antibiotics (moxifloxacin), methadone, etc.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found or established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform the doctor if you have or have had CNS depression, coma, dementia, cerebrovascular problems, convulsions, liver/kidney disease, cardiac problems, or blood clotting disorders.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LEVODOPA
  • LITHIUM
  • PHENYTOIN
  • VALPROIC ACID
  • MOXIFLOXACIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • 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.

Special Advise

  • Your doctor may suggest an ECG or ECHO in order to check for any cardiac changes during the treatment period.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol throughout the treatment period, as it can increase sedation and worsen the health condition.
  • Use effective contraceptive pills during the treatment. If you become pregnant while taking the medicine, inform your doctor as soon as possible.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Psychoses: It is a severe mental health condition in which emotions and thoughts are affected, and a person loses contact with reality. Symptoms may include hallucinations, delusions, agitation, and talking incoherently.

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, disorganised thinking, loss of interest, lack of emotions, etc.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase sedation.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Uridol 20mg Tablet should not be used during pregnancy. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant, or if you are planning to become pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with Uridol 20mg Tablet. Consult the doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

Uridol 20mg Tablet may cause sleepiness and dizziness. Therefore, avoid driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Uridol 20mg Tablet in people with liver problems.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Uridol 20mg Tablet in people with kidney problems.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Uridol 20mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy of this medicine are not established.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - UR24821

FAQs

Uridol 20mg Tablet is used treat Behavioural disorders.
Uridol 20mg Tablet works by blocking the action of chemical messengers that affect mood and thoughts. Thereby, it helps treat behavioural disorders.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Uridol 20mg Tablet for as long as prescribed by the doctor. Talk to the doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Uridol 20mg Tablet.
In some cases, Uridol 20mg Tablet may cause a sensation of dizziness when standing up suddenly from a sitting or lying position. If you experience this, do not stand up suddenly; sit down until you feel better. Try getting up and moving more slowly.
Consult the doctor if you have blood clotting disorders. It should be used with caution if you or your family has a history of blood clotting problems, as the use of antipsychotic drugs in such patients has been associated with the formation of blood clots.

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