Amazeo 400mg Tablet (10'S)

Manufacturer: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Salt Composition : Amisulpride(400mg)


Amazeo 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably before bedtime. 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. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Amazeo 400 MG Tablet is an antipsychotic medicine used for the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental condition that is characterised by disturbed thinking, emotions, perception of reality, sense of self, and behaviour) in adults. It works by altering the action of a chemical substance called dopamine in the brain.

Pharmacokinets

Amisulpride shows linear pharmacokinetics, a bioavailability of 48%, low protein binding (17%) and an elimination half-life of approximately 12 h. It is predominantly eliminated in the urine as the parent compound.


Side Effects

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 Amazeo

Nausea

Vomiting

Dryness in mouth

Constipation

Weight gain

Decreased blood pressure

Dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions)

Akathisia (inability to stay still)

Parkinsonism

Increased prolactin level in blood

Contra Indications

Pheochromocytoma.

Concomitant prolactin-dependent tumours e.g. prolactinoma, breast cancer.

Movement disorders (e.g. Parkinson's disease and dementia with Lewy bodies)

Lactation.

Children before the onset of puberty.


Pregnancy Related Information

Amazeo 400mg 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.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amazeo 400mg Tablet.


Breast Feeding Related Information

Amazeo 400mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.


Indications

Amazeo 400 MG Tablet is an antipsychotic medicine used for the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental condition that is characterised by disturbed thinking, emotions, perception of reality, sense of self, and behaviour) in adults. It works by altering the action of a chemical substance called dopamine in the brain.

Interactions

This medicine is not recommended in people under 18 years old. If you take more tablets than you should, tell a doctor or go to a hospital casualty department straight away. Take the medicine pack with you. This is so the doctor knows what you have taken.


Typical Dosage

Do not chew, crush or break it. Amazeo 400mg Tablet

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Expert Advice

Amazeo 400mg Tablet helps treat schizophrenia.

Take it at bedtime to avoid feeling sleepy during the day.

Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Amazeo 400mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.

To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.

Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.

It may cause increased weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat) levels. Eat healthy and exercise regularly.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Do not stop taking Amazeo 400mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

How To Use

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. Amazeo 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.


FAQs

Q. Does Amazeo 400mg Tablet make you sleepy?

Yes, Amazeo 400mg Tablet may make you sleepy, drowsy, less alert, and may even blur your vision. If you experience these symptoms you should not drive or operate heavy machinery.

Q. When should I take Amazeo 400mg Tablet?

The time of taking the medicine will be suggested by your doctor depending upon your dose. Doses up to 300 mg can be taken anytime of the day but preferably at the same time each day. Doses more than 300 mg can be taken half in the morning and half in the evening. You can take the medicine during or between meals.

Q. What does Amazeo 400mg Tablet do to the brain?

Amazeo 400mg Tablet belongs to antipsychotic class of medicines. It acts against dopamine receptors in the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter which helps in regulating mood and behavior. Schizophrenia is associated with an overactivity of dopamine in the brain, and this overactivity may cause delusions and hallucinations. Amazeo 400mg Tablet prevents this excessive activity of dopamine in the brain which helps in treating symptoms of schizophrenia.

Q. Does Amazeo 400mg Tablet help with anxiety?

No, there is no data to support the use of Amazeo 400mg Tablet in the treatment of anxiety. On the contrary, anxiety is a common side effect of Amazeo 400mg Tablet.

Q. Can I stop taking Amazeo 400mg Tablet after some time?

No, you should keep taking Amazeo 400mg Tablet as long as your doctor has advised. Do not stop the medication even if you feel better. Stopping it suddenly may worsen your condition or symptoms may come back. Talk to your doctor who will gradually reduce your dose.

Q. Who should not take Amazeo 400mg Tablet?

You should not take Amazeo 400mg Tablet if you are under 15 years of age, allergic to it, have breast cancer or a tumor known as prolactinoma. Avoid taking Amazeo 400mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding, have tumor of adrenal glands (pheochromocytoma), or if you are taking certain medicines like levodopa, medicines to treat heart rhythm disorders, etc.

Q. Is Amazeo 400mg Tablet addictive?

No, there is no evidence to say that Amazeo 400mg Tablet causes addiction. Also, its use is not known to have any tendency for abuse.

Q. What are the withdrawal symptoms of Amazeo 400mg Tablet?

Suddenly stopping Amazeo 400mg Tablet may cause withdrawal symptoms which include nausea, vomiting, sweating, difficulty sleeping, extreme restlessness, muscle stiffness or abnormal movements, or your original condition may come back. Therefore, it is advised to gradually reduce the dose of Amazeo 400mg Tablet.