Medicine Description
asenapine sublingual tablets are used to treat mental disorders and bipolar disorder. They work by regulating the balance of chemicals in the brain, as they contain the active ingredient asenapine.
This medication is also used to treat schizophrenia in adults and to treat agitation or mixed agitation in children and adults. It helps improve mood and behavior.
asenapine Ingredients
Asenapine tablets contain the active ingredient asenapine and are used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Indications for asenapine Tablets
The tablets are used to treat the following mental disorders and conditions:
- Treatment of schizophrenia.
- Treatment of bipolar disorder.
- Reduction of anxiety and tension.
- Improvement of mental state.
- Improvement of mood.
- Improvement of behavior.
- Reducing the frequency of manic episodes
- Treating agitation or mixed agitation in children and adults
asenapine Tablet Dosage
The appropriate dosage is determined based on the patient's mental state and age. The starting dose for adults with schizophrenia is 5 mg once daily, and this can be increased to [number] mg under the supervision of the treating physician.
How to Use asenapine
- Place the tablets under the tongue until they dissolve completely. The dosage and timing prescribed by the treating physician must be strictly followed according to the patient's condition.
- Do not swallow or chew the tablets.
- It is important to avoid eating for 10 minutes after dissolving.
asenapine Strengths
asenapine is available as sublingual tablets in several strengths:
- 10 mg strength, 30 tablets per pack.
- 5 mg strength, 30 tablets per pack.
- 2.5 mg strength, 30 tablets per pack.
Contraindications for asenapine Tablets
- asenapine tablets should not be used in cases of hypersensitivity to any of the drug's components.
- The drug should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- It should not be used in cases of psychosis associated with dementia.
Side Effects of asenapine
- Drowsiness.
- Dizziness.
- Weight gain.
- Headache.
- Nausea.
asenapine Alternatives
Several alternatives to Asenapine are available, as they contain the same active ingredient. These include:
- Loschizo Tablets.
- Sycosapine.
- Asenadia Tablets.
Storage and Care Instructions for asenapine Tablets
- asenapine should be stored below 30°C.
- asenapine tablets should be protected from direct sunlight and moisture.
- Keep out of reach of children.