Ingredient

Blonanserin

Blonanserin is an antipsychotic used in the treatment of schizophrenia that helps alleviate symptoms.

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MFDS ingredient code M247117

What does it do?

Blonanserin is a drug belonging to the atypical antipsychotic class, primarily used to treat symptoms of schizophrenia and related disorders. This ingredient acts as a psychotropic agent aimed at reducing psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions.

Blonanserin works by acting on dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain to regulate the balance of neurotransmitters. This helps to reduce psychotic symptoms and improve the cognitive and emotional functioning of patients.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Blonanserin selectively acts on dopamine D2 receptors and serotonin 5-HT2A receptors compared to other atypical antipsychotics. As a result, its side effect profile is somewhat different, potentially making it more suitable for some patients.

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Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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