Calmperidone 4mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a personâs ability to think and behave) and mania. It can also be used to treat depression and bipolar disorders.Calmperidone 4mg Tablet 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. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.Some common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, dryness in the mouth, sleepiness, and nasal congestion. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so drink plenty of fluids and it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may increase your weight. However, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.Before taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if your suffering from high body temperature and muscle stiffness (neuroleptic malignant syndrome), have had abnormal tongue or face movements (dyskinesia), heart disease, diabetes, Parkinsonâs disease, dementia, fits (epilepsy), difficulty in swallowing (dysphagia), or liver problems.
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Alcohol:
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Calmperidone 4mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:
Calmperidone 4mg 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.
Breastfeeding:
Calmperidone 4mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:
Calmperidone 4mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:
Calmperidone 4mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Calmperidone 4mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:
Calmperidone 4mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Calmperidone 4mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Calmperidone 4mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
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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 youâre worried about them
Common Side Effects :
Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Fatigue
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Sleepiness
Weight gain
