Uropine 100 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Uropine 100 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE
Uropine 100 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Uropine 100 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Uropine 100 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Uropine 100 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Uropine 100 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Uropine 100mg tablet
Introduction
Uropine 100 is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania. It is also used to treat bip...
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Uses of Uropine 100
Schizophrenia
Mania
Side effects of Uropine 100
Common
Akathisia (inability to stay still)
Decreased haemoglobin level in blood
Dizziness
Dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions)
Headache
Increased triglyceride level in blood
Parkinsonism
Sleepiness
Weight gain
How to use Uropine 100
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. Uropine 100 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Uropine 100 works
Uropine 100 is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Uropine 100 for the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.
It is less likely to cause heart problems and movement disorders than other antipsychotics.
It may take 4 to 6 weeks to see treatment effects. Keep taking it as prescribed.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Uropine 100 can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
It may increase your weight, blood sugar and cholesterol. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your blood levels regularly.
Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
Do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Brief Description
Indication
Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, Major depressive disorder
Administration
Extended-release: Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take w/o food or w/ a light meal. Swallow whole, do not chew/crush.
May be taken with or with...
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Adult Dose
Oral
Schizophrenia
Immediate release
Day 1: 50 mg/day PO divided q12hr
Days 2-3: Dose increased daily in increments of 25-50 mg q8-12hr to 300-400...
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Child Dose
Schizophrenia
Immediate release
Day 1: 50 mg/day PO divided q12hr
Days 2-3: Dose increased daily in increments of 25-50 mg q8-12hr to 300-400 mg by...
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Contraindication
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Mode of Action
Quetiapine is an antagonist at multiple neurotransmitter receptors in the brain: Serotonin 5-HT1A and 5-HT2, dopamine D1 and D2, histamine H1 and adre...
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Precaution
Patient w/ CV and cerebrovascular disease, conditions predisposing to hypotension, history of seizures or conditions that lower the seizure threshold,...
Increased risk of drowsiness and postural hypotension when used with alcohol. CYP3A4 inducers eg. phenytoin and carbamazepine may decrease plasma leve...
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