Renapine XR 300 mg (Tablet (Extended Release))
Unit Price: ৳ 22.00 (5 x 6: ৳ 660.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 132.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Quetiapine fumarate |
| Company | Renata limited |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of Acute and chronic psychoses
- Treatment of schizophrenia
- Treatment of bipolar disorder
- Maintenance treatment of bipolar I disorder
Pharmacology
- Atypical psychotropic agent
- Antagonist at neurotransmitter receptors
- Affinity at serotonin, dopamine, histamine, and adrenergic receptors
- Mechanism of action is unknown
Dosage & Administration
- Administered twice daily
- Initial dose titration for first four days
- Dosage adjustments based on clinical response and tolerability
Interaction
- Caution with concomitant use of medicines causing electrolyte imbalance
- Increased clearance with thioridazine, carbamazepine, and phenytoin co-administration
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Quetiapine
Side Effects
- Somnolence
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Elevations in serum triglyceride levels
- Weight gain
- Extrapyramidal symptoms
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safety and efficacy during pregnancy not established
- Benefits should justify potential risks
- Avoid breastfeeding while taking Quetiapine
Precautions & Warnings
- Increased risk of suicidal thoughts
- Caution in patients with cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease
- Caution in patients with history of seizures
- Consideration of dose reduction for tardive dyskinesia symptoms
- Discontinue if neuroleptic malignant syndrome occurs
- Caution in patients with cardiovascular disease or family history of QT prolongation
Use in Special Populations
- Elderly use with caution
- Lower daily therapeutic dose in elderly
- Not indicated for use in children and adolescents
Overdose Effects
- Survival reported in acute overdoses
- No specific antidote
- Intensive care procedures recommended
- Treatment of refractory hypotension with appropriate measures
Therapeutic Class
- Atypical neuroleptic drugs
Storage Conditions
- Keep out of sight and reach of children
- Do not use after expiry date
- Store in cool, dry place away from light