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Pharmablonanserin Tablets 2 mg

Pharmablonanserin Tablets 2 mg

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Blonanserin›2mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Korea Pharma Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201708581 · Approved 2017.12.27 · Insurance code 653006010

Summary

Main use
Treatment of schizophrenia
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 4mg per dose orally twice daily after meals, and increase the dose gradually. The maintenance dose is 8∼16mg daily, divided into 2 doses taken after meals. As absorption of this medicine is easily affected by food, be sure to take it after meals. Carefully monitor each patient and adjust the dose to the minimum required; do not exceed the maximum daily dose of 24mg.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Korea Pharma Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of schizophrenia

  • Schizophrenia
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Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterized primarily by difficulties in contact with reality, and symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions. This medication is used in the treatment of schizophrenia, helping to alleviate the symptoms of patients and improve the functioning of daily life. Therefore, it is used for the treatment of schizophrenia.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 4mg per dose orally twice daily after meals, and increase the dose gradually. The maintenance dose is 8∼16mg daily, divided into 2 doses taken after meals. As absorption of this medicine is easily affected by food, be sure to take it after meals. Carefully monitor each patient and adjust the dose to the minimum required; do not exceed the maximum daily dose of 24mg.

Precautions

This medication may increase mortality in elderly patients with dementia, so caution is advised. There may be an increased risk of cerebrovascular disease; therefore, patients at risk for stroke should be especially careful. There is a possibility of venous thrombosis, so risk factors for thrombosis should be checked, and preventive measures should be taken before using this medication. Patients who are in a comatose state or are taking strong central nervous system depressants, as well as those taking certain antifungal or HIV medications, should not use this medication. Patients with genetic issues such as lactose intolerance should also not be administered this medication. Patients with cardiovascular disease, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, a risk of suicide, liver disease, or are at risk for diabetes should use this medication with caution. Women who are pregnant or nursing also need to be careful when using this medication. Various side effects such as tremors, insomnia, drowsiness, anxiety, and movement disorders may occur during use, and in severe cases, neuroleptic malignant syndrome or tardive dyskinesia may develop. Care should be taken when driving or operating machinery while taking this medication, and if symptoms worsen, the patient should consult a physician immediately. This medication may interact with certain drugs, so patients must inform their healthcare provider of any medications they are taking. It is effective to take this medication after meals, as taking it on an empty stomach may reduce its efficacy. Blood sugar levels may increase, so patients with diabetes should manage their blood sugar levels carefully. Elderly patients are at higher risk of side effects due to decreased bodily function, so they should be more vigilant. Pregnant women should use it only when necessary due to its potential effects on the fetus, and if nursing, it is safer to stop breastfeeding. The safety for children or newborns has not been established, so it is not recommended for use.

Side effects

Tremors, reduced motor activity, excessive salivation, Parkinson's syndrome, inability to sit still, insomnia, increased prolactin, movement disorders, drowsiness, anxiety, restlessness, quick temper, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, akinetic mutism, severe muscle rigidity, dysphagia, tachycardia, blood pressure fluctuations, sweating, altered consciousness, respiratory distress, circulatory collapse, dehydration, acute renal failure, tardive dyskinesia, involuntary movements of the muscles around the mouth, paralytic ileus, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, severe diarrhea, abdominal distension, lethargy, syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion, hyponatremia, hypotonicity, excessive sodium excretion in urine, high urine output, convulsions, rhabdomyolysis, myalgia, feeling weak, elevated CK, increased serum myoglobin, increased urinary myoglobin, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, liver dysfunction, elevated AST, elevated ALT, elevated γ-GTP, elevated ALP, elevated bilirubin, hyperglycemia, diabetic ketoacidosis, diabetic coma, eosinophilia, drug reaction (DRESS), rash, eczema, itching, hypotension, orthostatic hypotension, hypertension, ECG abnormalities, tachycardia, bradycardia, arrhythmia, ventricular premature contraction, ectopic atrial contraction, palpitations, decreased heart rate, symptoms of Parkinson's syndrome, muscle tone abnormalities, rigid neck, facial spasms, pharyngeal spasms, uterine contractions, ocular motor seizures, opisthotonos, control disorders, blurred vision, constipation, decreased appetite, increased appetite, diarrhea, upper abdominal pain, abdominal pain, gastrointestinal disorders, cheilitis, menstrual abnormalities, abnormal milk secretion, ejaculation disorders, gynecomastia, erectile dysfunction, difficulty urinating, urinary retention, incontinence, frequent urination, dizziness, vertigo, dull headache, headache, excitement, tingling of hands and feet, suicide attempt, hyper-sedation, hyper-inhibition, depression, hallucinations, auditory hallucinations, delusions, paranoid delusions, sleep disorders, abnormal behavior, hyperactivity, abnormal EEG, manic episode, altered consciousness, emotional disorders, speech disorders, excessive talking, tension, convulsions, leukocytosis, neutrophilia, lymphocytopenia, erythrocytosis, anemia, erythropenia, decreased hemoglobin, decreased hematocrit, thrombocytosis, thrombocytopenia, atypical lymphocytes, general malaise, thirst, feeling weak, edema, water intoxication, hair loss, sweating, fever, weight gain, weight loss, chest pain, cough, facial edema, aspiration pneumonia, hypothermia, elevated CK, elevated triglycerides, increased serum cholesterol, increased serum insulin, increased serum phospholipids, increased blood glucose, elevated BUN, decreased serum total protein, increased serum potassium, decreased serum potassium, decreased serum sodium, positive urine protein, positive urine urobilin, positive urine glucose, thromboembolism, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, epidermal necrolysis, lethargy

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and is safely stored at room temperature between 1 degrees and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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