Radipace 5mg Injection

Description

Radipace 5mg Injection is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder in which a person develops unreal thoughts and behavior). It may also be used to treat Tourette syndrome (chronic multiple motor and vocal problems and involuntary responses) in adults and children. Radipace 5mg Injection can also be used for treating psychosis, mania, severe behavior problems in adults and children. It is given as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. 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 it. 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 injection include dry mouth, abnormality of voluntary movements, urinary retention, constipation, and muscle rigidity. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine can lead to weight gain, have a healthy balanced diet, and exercise regularly. You may also notice some injection site reactions such as pain, redness, or swelling. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor in case these do not subside or bother you. Before taking it, inform your doctor if you are suffering from thyroid or kidney problems, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, glaucoma, or any heart problems. You should not take this medicine if you are under the influence of alcohol or any sleep-inducing, cough, and/ or allergy medication. This medicine can also lead to weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking with high-calorie food, and exercise regularly.

Introduction

In Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings, and behavior become abnormal. Radipace 5mg Injection helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefits.

Benefits

Radipace 5mg Injection is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.

How to use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : UNSAFE - Radipace 5mg Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Radipace 5mg Injection 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. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Radipace 5mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. If Radipace 5mg Injection is used, monitor the baby for excessive sleepiness. - Driving : UNSAFE - Radipace 5mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Radipace 5mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Radipace 5mg Injection is recommended. However, patients with severe kidney disease may need to be started at a lower dose as it may cause excessive sleepiness in these patients. - Liver : CAUTION - Radipace 5mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Radipace 5mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.