Joykem O 50mg Tablet DT
Alkem Laboratories Ltd

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In-stock 10 tablet dt in 1 strip
103.00

USED FOR:
Schizophrenia

COMPOSITION:
Amisulpride (50mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
neuro cns

Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Joykem O 50mg Tablet DT 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

Joykem O 50mg Tablet DT is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.You may feel less alert, drowsy or sleepy while taking this medicine. This may affect your driving ability.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Joykem O 50mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Joykem O 50mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Joykem O 50mg Tablet DT is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

Joykem O 50mg Tablet DT is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Joykem O 50mg Tablet DT may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Amisulpride   50mg

Uses of Joykem O Tablet DT
Joykem O 50mg Tablet DT is used in the treatment of schizophrenia.

How to use Joykem O Tablet DT
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Joykem O 50mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Joykem O Tablet DT works
Joykem O 50mg Tablet DT is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Vomiting, Dryness in mouth, Constipation, Weight gain, Decreased blood pressure, Dystonia, Akathisia, Parkinsonism, Increased prolactin level in blood.

Expert advice for Joykem O Tablet DT
Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, have ever had fits (epileptic seizures), Parkinson’s disease, or suffering from dementia.Inform your doctor if you have/have a family history of heart disease, uneven heart rate, slow heartbeat, heart disease/condition called prolonged QT interval, stroke, diabetes, blood clots, low levels of potassium in blood, low levels of white blood cells in blood (agranulocytosis).Do not drive or operate machinery as amisulpride can cause drowsiness. Do not consume alcohol while on this treatment as it may worsen the side effects.Do not stop amisulpride suddenly as it may increase the side effects.Seek immediate medical attention if you observe any of these symptoms: severe allergic reaction (with rash, itchy skin, swollen face, tongue or other body parts); blood clots; fit (seizure).Tell your doctor if you are or are planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Joykem o addictive/ a controlled drug?
Joykem o is not addictive. However do follow your doctor’s instructions about dosage and duration of this treatment. It is not a controlled drug

Q. Is Joykem o an antipsychotic/atypical antipsychotic?
Yes. Joykem o is an atypical antipsychotic

Q. Does Joykem o cause weight gain?
Joykem o is known to cause weight gain. Consult your doctor if you observe weight gain after taking Joykem o

Q. How long does Joykem o take to work?
It may take several weeks for a patient to get benefited from Joykem o treatment. Consult your doctor if you observe no improvement in your symptoms after six to eight weeks of treatment.

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