INTRODUCTION:
In Treatment of Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Qutan 100 Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life. In Treatment of Mania Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Qutan 100 Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Qutan 100 Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.
Uses / Indications:
Treatment of Schizophrenia | Treatment of Mania
BENEFITS/INSTRUCTION:
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. Qutan 100 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects:
Dryness in mouth | Sleepiness | Constipation | Fatigue | High blood pressure | Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing) | Dyslipidemia
How to use:
Qutan 100 Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Pregnancy interaction:
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alcohol Interaction:
UNSAFE
Interactions / Warnings:
- Alcohol : UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Qutan 100 Tablet. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Qutan 100 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 - Qutan 100 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 - Qutan 100 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 - Qutan 100 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Qutan 100 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CAUTION - Qutan 100 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Qutan 100 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Faq for medicine:
Q. What does Qutan 100 Tablet do to the brain?::: Qutan 100 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 Qutan 100 Tablet a sleeping pill?::: Qutan 100 Tablet can make you feel sleepy, but it is not used as a sleeping pill. Qutan 100 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 Qutan 100 Tablet take to work?::: You may start seeing an improvement within a week of starting Qutan 100 Tablet but full benefits may take about 4-6 weeks to appear.| Q. Is Qutan 100 Tablet good for anxiety?::: Qutan 100 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 Qutan 100 Tablet?::: Qutan 100 Tablet can cause drowsiness. So, do not drive, operate machinery or do anything dangerous until you know how Qutan 100 Tablet affects you. Do not drink alcohol while taking Qutan 100 Tablet as it may worsen the drowsiness. Avoid getting dehydrated or over-exposure to heat.| Q. Can I stop taking Qutan 100 Tablet if I am better now?::: No, you should not stop taking Qutan 100 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 Qutan 100 Tablet cause weight gain?::: Yes, weight gain is a common side effect of Qutan 100 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 Qutan 100 Tablet be taken?::: Take Qutan 100 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 Qutan 100 Tablet as it may affect the working of this medicine.
Description:
Qutan 100 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. Qutan 100 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.
Expert advice:
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. Qutan 100 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Medicine interaction:
In Treatment of Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Qutan 100 Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life. In Treatment of Mania Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Qutan 100 Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Qutan 100 Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.
Liver Interaction:
CAUTION