Ilofast 12mg Tablet
Zydus Cadila

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In-stock 30 tablets in 1 strip
390.00

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Schizophrenia Mania

COMPOSITION:
Iloperidone (12mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
neuro cns

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Ilofast 12mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Ilofast 12mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Lactation
CAUTION

Ilofast 12mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Ilofast 12mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Ilofast 12mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ilofast 12mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Ilofast 12mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ilofast 12mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Ilofast 12mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Iloperidone   12mg

Uses of Ilofast Tablet
Ilofast 12mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.

How to use Ilofast Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ilofast 12mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Ilofast Tablet works
Ilofast 12mg Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

Side Effects:

Common Fatigue, Dryness in mouth, Sleepiness, Nasal congestion, Weight gain, Dizziness, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing).

Expert advice for Ilofast Tablet

Avoid getting too cold, or becoming overheated or dehydrated as iloperidone may make you more sensitive to extreme temperature such as very hot or cold conditions.
Drink plenty of fluids to maintain hydration, especially in hot weather and during exercise.
Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position as you may feel dizzy while taking iloperidone. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.
Do not start iloperidone if you have history of fits (seizures), stroke, paralysis or certain types of cancer (e.g. breast, pancreas or pituitary); reduced white blood cells (neutropenia) or count (leucopenia); low blood potassium or magnesium levels; high blood prolactin levels, heart, liver or kidney disease; diabetes, trouble in swallowing, memory disorder (dementia), Alzheimer disease (memory loss disorder), Parkinson disease (movement disorder), neuroleptic malignant syndrome (fever, altered mental status and muscle rigidity), suicidal thoughts.
Do not drive or operate heavy machinery as iloperidone may make you feel sleepy or dizzy.
Do not consume alcohol while taking Iloperidone as it may worsen the side effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is Ilofast used for?
Ilofast is used in adults to treat schizophrenia (psychiatric disorder with symptoms of emotional instability, detachment from reality, often with delusions and hallucinations, and withdrawal into the self).

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