Description
Active Ingredient
The active component of this medication is Iloperidone, which is an atypical antipsychotic agent indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia. It is related to a low rate of serum aminotransferase elevations during therapy. A member of the group of second-generation antipsychotics plays the role of a serotonergic antagonist, a dopaminergic antagonist, and a second-generation antipsychotic.
Indications
This medication is indicated to treat certain mental/mood disorders like schizophrenia. Fanapt helps to improve thinking more clearly, to feel less nervous, and to take part in daily functions in life. It decreases hallucinations i.e. hearing/seeing things that are not there. It is a psychiatric medication that belongs to the class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics that helps to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain.
Action Mechanism
This mentioned medication is working in the brain to treat a condition like schizophrenia. This medication is known as a second-generation antipsychotic or atypical antipsychotic that rebalances dopamine and serotonin to improve thinking, mood, and behavior.
Dosages
This atypical antipsychotic medication is available for oral consumption in the dosage given below:
- 4 mg: It is an oral drug consumed with or without food as directed by the doctor, usually 2 times a day
- 6 mg: Recommended to take this medicine as directed by the doctor
Note
This medication may cause dizziness or drowsy. Alcoholic beverages can induce more dizziness or drowsiness. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness immediately after consuming this drug.
FAQ’s
What is Fanapt?
Fanapt is a type of prescription medicine used for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults. Fanapt has been shown to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia.
How should Fanapt be consumed?
Take Fanapt exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
How long do you need to consume Fanapt?
It may take up to 2 weeks before your symptoms improve. Keep using the medication as directed and tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve.
What should be avoided while consuming Fanapt?
Avoid driving or performing hazardous activities until you know how this medicine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
Are there any side effects with Fanapt?
Allergic reactions to Fanapt might include hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
What other drugs will affect Fanapt?
Sometimes it is not safe to consume certain medications at the same time. Some drugs affect the blood levels of other drugs that are consumed which might eventually enhance side effects or make the medications less effective.
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