Latuda

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Brand Name: Latuda

Generic Name: Lurasidone

Primary Use: Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder

Dosage Forms:
  • Oral tablets of 20mg, 40mg, 60mg, 80mg and 120mg
Common Side Effects:
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Insomnia
  • Difficulty in swallowing
  • Drooling
  • Decreased or absent body movements
  • Mask like face
  • Weight gain
  • Inability to sit still
  • Uncontrolled movement of face, neck and back
  • Loss of balance
  • Twisting movement of body
  • Tics
  • Slurred speech
  • Muscle trembling, jerking, discomfort, stiffness
  • Slow reflexes
  • Shuffling walk
How long should it be taken?

Latuda can be employed for long-term use under doctor’s supervision.

Most common consequences of long-term use:
  • Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
  • Tardive Dyskinesia
  • Seizures
Effectiveness:

As per studies, Latuda has been shown to be efficacious as monotherapy for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
 
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