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Qticare 50 Tablet
Product introduction
Qticare 50 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.
- Treatment of Mania
- Treatment of Schizophrenia
Usage of Qticare 50 Tablet
Side effects of Qticare 50 Tablet
- Weight gain
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Dryness in mouth
- Fatigue
- High blood pressure
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Sleepiness
- Dyslipidemia
- Increased appetite
How to use Qticare 50 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. Qticare 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Functionality of Qticare 50 Tablet
Qticare 50 Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Qticare 50 Tablet.
Pregnancy
Qticare 50 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
Qticare 50 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
Qticare 50 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
Qticare 50 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Qticare 50 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
Qticare 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Qticare 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Name: Care Formulation Labs Pvt Ltd
Address: D-1659, DSIIDC, Narela Industrial Area, Delhi, 110040
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver the product. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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