Treatment of Mania|Treatment of Schizophrenia

In Treatment of Mania Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Deliquet 25mg Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Deliquet 25mg Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.

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. Deliquet 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Deliquet 25mg Tablet is 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 bipolar disorders.Deliquet 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this 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 is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) characterized by fever muscle rigidity and altered consciousness or seizures.Some common side effects of this medicine include decreased hemoglobin levels in the blood increased triglycerides level in blood decreased cholesterol level in blood headache extrapyramidal symptoms dry mouth and withdrawal symptoms. Initially this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may increase your weight but modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.You should be cautious while using this medicine as it may increase the risk of developing diabetes so it is better to monitor glucose regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior new or worsening depression or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.

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. Deliquet 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE <p> It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Deliquet 25mg Tablet. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Deliquet 25mg Tablet 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 <p> Deliquet 25mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Deliquet 25mg Tablet may decrease alertness affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Deliquet 25mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Deliquet 25mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Deliquet 25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Deliquet 25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Deliquet 25mg Tablet take it as soon as possible. However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class :: Dibenzothiazepine Derivatives|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: NEURO CNS

Treatment of Mania|Treatment of Schizophrenia

Weight gain | Constipation | Dizziness | Dryness in mouth | Fatigue | High blood pressure | Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing) | Sleepiness | Dyslipidemia | Increased appetite

Q. What does Deliquet 25mg Tablet do to the brain?::: Deliquet 25mg Tablet helps to correct chemical imbalances in the brain. It acts on various chemical messengers in the brain like dopamine and serotonin. It prevents the excessive activity of dopamine helping to treat symptoms of schizophrenia and mania.| Q. Is Deliquet 25mg Tablet a sleeping pill?::: Deliquet 25mg Tablet can make you feel sleepy but it is not used as a sleeping pill. Deliquet 25mg Tablet is approved for the treatment of symptoms of schizophrenia. It prevents as well as treats episodes of mania and depression in bipolar disorder. It is also used with other medicines to treat depression.| Q. How long does Deliquet 25mg Tablet take to work?::: You may start seeing an improvement within a week of starting Deliquet 25mg Tablet but full benefits may take about 4-6 weeks to appear.| Q. Is Deliquet 25mg Tablet good for anxiety?::: Deliquet 25mg Tablet has not been approved for the treatment of anxiety; however your doctor may prescribe it for anxiety. Some studies suggest its use in post-traumatic stress disorder generalized anxiety disorder and anxiety associated with mood disorders.| Q. What should I avoid while taking Deliquet 25mg Tablet?::: Deliquet 25mg Tablet can cause drowsiness. So do not drive operate machinery or do anything dangerous until you know how Deliquet 25mg Tablet affects you. Do not drink alcohol while taking Deliquet 25mg Tablet as it may worsen the drowsiness. Avoid getting dehydrated or over-exposure to heat.| Q. Can I stop taking Deliquet 25mg Tablet if I am better now?::: No you should not stop taking Deliquet 25mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Suddenly stopping it may cause nausea vomiting headache diarrhea dizziness irritability and inability to sleep. If you feel better consult your doctor who will gradually reduce the dose before completely stopping it.| Q. Can Deliquet 25mg Tablet cause weight gain?::: Yes weight gain is a common side effect of Deliquet 25mg Tablet. If you feel you are gaining weight consult your doctor or a nutritionist who will suggest you a diet and some exercise to help you manage your weight.| Q. How should Deliquet 25mg Tablet be taken?::: Take Deliquet 25mg Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not split chew or crush the tablets. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not take it with food. It is advised to take this medicine for at least one hour before a meal or at bedtime. Do not take grapefruit while taking Deliquet 25mg Tablet as it may affect the working of this medicine.