Manufacturer: Sanofi India Ltd
Salt Composition : Olanzapine(7.5mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet Md
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Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD contains 'Olanzapine' that works by restoring the balance of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) in the brain and improves thinking mood, and behaviour. ACULANZ MD 5MG TABLET helps in clear thinking and decreases hallucinations.
The pharmacokinetics of olanzapine are linear and dose-proportional within the approved dosage range. Its mean half-life in healthy individuals was 33 hours, ranging from 21 to 54 hours. The mean apparent plasma clearance was 26 L/h, ranging from 12 to 47 L/h.
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 Aculanz
Dizziness
Sleepiness
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Dryness in mouth
Weight gain
Increased prolactin level in blood
Constipation
Muscle stiffness
Restlessness
Tremors
breast cancer.
diabetes.
a high prolactin level.
high cholesterol.
high amount of triglyceride in the blood.
excessive fat in the blood.
dehydration.
overweight.
Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD 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.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD.
Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD 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) and mania.
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Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD works well in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
It is less likely to cause heart and movement problems as compared to other similar medicines.
It may take 4 to 6 weeks to see full effects on thoughts and mood. Keep taking it as prescribed.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
It may increase your weight, blood sugar and cholesterol. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your blood levels regularly.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Do not stop taking Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Can Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD be used for anxiety?
The treatment of anxiety with Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD is not an approved indication. Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD has been studied for treatment of anxiety disorders but the results have not been very convincing. However, it can be used along with anxiolytics in anxiety disorders for better results.
Q. Is Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD a sleeping pill?
No, Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD is not a sleeping pill. It belongs to the atypical antipsychotic class of medicines. It is used to treat schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is a mental illness that causes disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions. Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD also helps with bipolar disorder (manic depressive disorder). It is a disease that causes episodes of depression, mania, and other abnormal moods.
Q. How long does it take for Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD to kick in?
Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD may start showing initial improvement within 1-2 week of starting. However, for full benefits it may take about 4-6 weeks. You should continue taking it and consult your doctor in case you feel that Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD is not helping you.
Q. What is the most important information that I should know about Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD?
Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD can cause serious side effects which include increased risk of death in elderly people who are confused, have memory loss and have lost touch with reality (dementia-related psychosis). It is important to know that it may increase blood sugar levels in diabetics and also in patients who never had diabetes. Furthermore, it may cause weight gain and high fat levels in the blood which is more common in teenagers.
Q. Can Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD be taken during pregnancy?
Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD should be avoided during pregnancy and should only be given if benefits outweigh the risk. Using Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD during last 3 months of pregnancy may cause unwanted symptoms in the unborn baby. These symptoms include shaking, muscle stiffness and/or weakness, sleepiness, agitation, breathing problems, and difficulty in feeding.
Q. Can I stop taking Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD if I am better?
You should not stop taking Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD without consulting your doctor. This is because sudden discontinuation of the medicine may cause unpleasant side effects which include sweating, unable to sleep, tremor, anxiety or nausea, and vomiting. To avoid such effects, your doctor will reduce the dose gradually before stopping the treatment.
Q. Does smoking or alcohol interfere with working of Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD?
Yes, smoking interferes with working of Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD causing an increase in its metabolism. One should avoid alcohol while taking Aculanz 7.5mg Tablet MD since it may cause more drowsiness. However, if you are a smoker then your doctor may increase your dose depending on your response to treatment.
