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Loxitane C

Posted by admin on November 5th, 2009

Loxitane C

Generic Name: loxapine (LOX a peen)

What is Loxitane C (loxapine)?

Loxapine is an antipsychotic medication. It works by changing the actions of chemicals in your brain.

Loxapine is used to treat the symptoms of psychotic conditions, including hallucinations, delusions, and confusion.

Loxapine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Loxitane C (loxapine)?

Call your doctor immediately if you experience uncontrollable movements of the mouth, tongue, cheeks, jaw, arms, or legs. Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Loxapine may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities.

Dizziness may be more likely to occur when you rise from a sitting or lying position. Rise slowly to prevent dizziness and a possible fall.

Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking loxapine.

Avoid becoming overheated during loxapine therapy. It is easier to become dangerously dehydrated while you are taking loxapine. Use caution in hot weather and during exercise.

Who should not take Loxitane C (loxapine)?

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have

heart disease or other heart problems such as high blood pressure, a previous heart attack, or irregular heartbeats;

seizures or epilepsy;

an enlarged prostate or difficulty urinating; or

glaucoma.

You may not be able to take loxapine, or you may require a lower dose or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.

It is not known whether loxapine will harm an unborn baby. Do not take loxapine without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or if you are planning a pregnancy. It is also not known whether loxapine passes into breast milk. Do not take loxapine if you are breast-feeding a baby without the approval of your doctor.

How should I take Loxitane C (loxapine)?

Take loxapine exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you

Take each dose with a full glass of water.

Loxapine can be taken with or without food.

Mix the concentrate as directed with orange or grapefruit juice just before it is time for a dose.

Loxapine is usually taken several times a day. Follow your doctor’s instructions.

Do not stop taking loxapine without the approval of your doctor. It may be several weeks before you begin to feel better, and you may require continuous treatment for quite some time. Talk to your doctor before you stop taking this medication. Store loxapine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one as directed. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention.

Symptoms of a loxapine overdose include drowsiness, slurred speech, agitation, restlessness, convulsions, fever, an irregular heartbeat, coma, and death.

What should I avoid while taking Loxitane C (loxapine)?

Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Loxapine may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities.

Dizziness may be more likely to occur when you rise from a sitting or lying position. Rise slowly to prevent dizziness and a possible fall.

Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking loxapine.

Avoid becoming overheated during loxapine therapy. It is easier to become dangerously dehydrated while you are taking loxapine. Use caution in hot weather and during exercise.

Loxitane C (loxapine) side effects

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking loxapine and seek emergency medical attention:

an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);

uncontrollable movements of the mouth, tongue, cheeks, jaw, arms, or legs; or

yellowing of your skin or eyes.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take loxapine and talk to your doctor if you experience

dizziness or drowsiness,

headache,

weakness or tremor (shaking),

agitation,

an increased heart rate,

constipation,

dry mouth, or

weight gain.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Loxitane C (loxapine)?

Loxapine may increase the side effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (medicines that treat insomnia), pain relievers, anxiety medicines, muscle relaxants, and any other drug that makes you feel sleepy or relaxed. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking and do not take any medicine unless your doctor approves.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with loxapine. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

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Haldol Decanoate

Posted by admin on November 5th, 2009

Haldol Decanoate

Haldol Decanoate is an antipsychotic. It may increase the risk of death when used to treat mental problems caused by dementia in elderly patients. Most of the deaths were linked to heart problems or infection. Haldol Decanoate is not approved to treat mental problems caused by dementia.

Haldol Decanoate is used for:

Long-term treatment of schizophrenia. It also may be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Haldol Decanoate is an antipsychotic agent. Exactly how it works is not known, but it may work by blocking certain chemicals in the brain.

Do NOT use Haldol Decanoate if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Haldol Decanoate :

Some medical conditions may interact with Haldol Decanoate . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Haldol Decanoate . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Haldol Decanoate may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Haldol Decanoate :

Use Haldol Decanoate as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Haldol Decanoate .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Haldol Decanoate :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; headache; loss of appetite; nausea; restlessness; stomach upset; trouble sleeping.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blurred vision or other vision changes; confusion; dark urine; decreased sexual ability; decreased urination; difficulty speaking or swallowing; drooling; enlarged breasts; excessive or unusual sweating; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; hallucinations; mental or mood changes (eg, abnormal thinking, agitation, anxiety, depression); missed menstrual period or other menstrual changes; nipple discharge; prolonged, painful erection; rigid or stiff muscles; seizures; severe or persistent dizziness, headache, or vomiting; shuffling walk; uncontrolled muscle movements (eg, of the arms, legs, tongue, jaw, cheeks; tremors; twitching); yellowing of the skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Haldol Decanoate at room temperature, between 59 and 86 ° F (15 and 30 ° C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Keep Haldol Decanoate out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Haldol Decanoate . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Loxitane

Posted by admin on November 5th, 2009

Loxitane

Loxitane is used for:

Treating schizophrenia. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Loxitane is a tricyclic antipsychotic. Exactly how Loxitane works is unknown.

Do NOT use Loxitane if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Loxitane :

Some medical conditions may interact with Loxitane . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Loxitane . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Loxitane may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Loxitane :

Use Loxitane as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Loxitane .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Loxitane :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Blurred vision; constipation; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; headache; nausea; stuffy nose; trouble sleeping; vomiting; weight gain or loss.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); agitation; altered mental abilities, including lack of response to your surroundings; chills or persistent sore throat; confusion; dark urine; decreased urination; fainting or faintness; fast or irregular heartbeat; hyperactivity; increased saliva production; increased thirst; involuntary, uncontrolled muscle movements; menstrual changes; mental or mood changes; muscle twitching; numbness or tingling of the skin; restlessness; seizures; shortness of breath; severe constipation; slurred speech; staggering or shuffling gait; stiff or rigid muscles; sweating; tremor; unexplained fever; vision changes; yellowing of the eyes or skin.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Loxitane at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Loxitane out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Loxitane . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Haldol

Posted by admin on November 5th, 2009

Haldol

Haldol is an antipsychotic. It may increase the risk of death when used to treat mental problems caused by dementia in elderly patients. Most of the deaths were linked to heart problems or infection. Haldol is not approved to treat mental problems caused by dementia.

Haldol is used for:

Treating schizophrenia. It is also used to control symptoms associated with Tourette disorder. It also may be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Haldol is an antipsychotic agent. Exactly how it works is not known, but it may work by blocking certain chemicals in the brain.

Do NOT use Haldol if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Haldol :

Some medical conditions may interact with Haldol . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Haldol . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Haldol may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Haldol :

Use Haldol as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Haldol .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Haldol :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; headache; loss of appetite; nausea; restlessness; stomach upset; trouble sleeping.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blurred vision or other vision changes; confusion; dark urine; decreased sexual ability; decreased urination; difficulty speaking or swallowing; drooling; enlarged breasts; excessive or unusual sweating; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; hallucinations; mental or mood changes (eg, abnormal thinking, agitation, anxiety, depression); missed menstrual period or other menstrual changes; nipple discharge; prolonged, painful erection; rigid or stiff muscles; seizures; severe or persistent dizziness, headache, or vomiting; shuffling walk; uncontrolled muscle movements (eg, of the arms, legs, tongue, jaw, cheeks; tremors; twitching); yellowing of the skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Haldol at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Do not freeze. Keep Haldol out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Haldol . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Lithobid

Posted by admin on November 5th, 2009

Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets

Symptoms of toxicity may sometimes occur even with normal doses of Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Your doctor should monitor your blood lithium levels routinely to help prevent lithium toxicity. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms of toxicity such as nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, blurred vision, ringing in the ears, drowsiness, giddiness, muscle weakness, tremor, twitching, seizures, loss of consciousness, loss of coordination, or increased urination.

Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets are used for:

Treating manic episodes in patients with bipolar disorder. It is also used to reduce the frequency and decrease the severity of manic episodes in patients with bipolar disorder. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets are an antimanic agent. Exactly how Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets works is unknown, but it may work by altering the balance of certain chemicals in the brain.

Do NOT use Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets:

Some medical conditions may interact with Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets:

Use Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets.

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Mild hand tremor; mild thirst; temporary, mild nausea and general discomfort at the beginning of treatment.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blurred vision; confusion; diarrhea; drowsiness; excessive weight gain; fainting; giddiness; inability to control the bladder or bowels; increased thirst; increased or decreased urination; involuntary twitching or muscle movements; loss of consciousness; loss of coordination; muscle weakness; persistent headache; persistent or severe nausea; ringing in the ears; seizures; slow or irregular heartbeat; slurred speech; swelling of the ankles or wrists; unsteadiness; vision changes; vomiting.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tightly closed container. Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store away from heat, light, and moisture. Keep Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Lithobid Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Moban

Posted by admin on November 5th, 2009

Moban

Moban is an antipsychotic. It may increase the risk of death when used to treat mental problems caused by dementia in elderly patients. Most of the deaths were linked to heart problems or infection. Moban is not approved to treat mental problems caused by dementia.

Moban is used for:

Treating schizophrenia. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Moban is an antipsychotic. It works in the brain to treat schizophrenia.

Do NOT use Moban if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Moban :

Some medical conditions may interact with Moban . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Moban . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Moban may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Moban :

Use Moban as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Moban .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Moban :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Constipation; drowsiness; dry mouth; increased saliva production; nausea; restlessness.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); altered mental abilities, including lack of response to your surroundings; blurred visions or vision changes; dark urine; decreased urination; enlarged breasts; exaggerated sense of well-being; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; hyperactivity; increased sweating; menstrual changes; muscle problems of the head or neck (eg, involuntary tongue movement, neck muscle spasms, tightness in the throat, trouble speaking or swallowing); new or worsening mental or mood changes (eg, aggression, agitation, depression, severe anxiety); nipple discharge; prolonged, painful erection; seizures; stiff or rigid muscles; suicidal thoughts or attempts; tremor; uncontrolled muscle movements (eg, arm or leg movements, twitching of the face, jerking or twisting); yellowing of the eyes or skin.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Moban at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Moban out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Moban . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Eskalith-CR

Posted by admin on November 5th, 2009

Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets

Symptoms of toxicity may sometimes occur even with normal doses of Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Your doctor should monitor your blood lithium levels routinely to help prevent lithium toxicity. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms of toxicity such as nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, blurred vision, ringing in the ears, drowsiness, giddiness, muscle weakness, tremor, twitching, seizures, loss of consciousness, loss of coordination, or increased urination.

Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets are used for:

Treating manic episodes in patients with bipolar disorder. It is also used to reduce the frequency and decrease the severity of manic episodes in patients with bipolar disorder. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets are an antimanic agent. Exactly how Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets works is unknown, but it may work by altering the balance of certain chemicals in the brain.

Do NOT use Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets:

Some medical conditions may interact with Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets:

Use Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets.

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Mild hand tremor; mild thirst; temporary, mild nausea and general discomfort at the beginning of treatment.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blurred vision; confusion; diarrhea; drowsiness; excessive weight gain; fainting; giddiness; inability to control the bladder or bowels; increased thirst; increased or decreased urination; involuntary twitching or muscle movements; loss of consciousness; loss of coordination; muscle weakness; persistent headache; persistent or severe nausea; ringing in the ears; seizures; slow or irregular heartbeat; slurred speech; swelling of the ankles or wrists; unsteadiness; vision changes; vomiting.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tightly closed container. Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store away from heat, light, and moisture. Keep Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Eskalith CR Controlled-Release and Extended-Release Tablets. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Eskalith

Posted by admin on November 5th, 2009

Eskalith

Symptoms of toxicity may sometimes occur even with normal doses of Eskalith . Do not exceed the recommended dose. Your doctor should monitor your blood lithium levels routinely to help prevent lithium toxicity. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms of toxicity such as nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, blurred vision, ringing in the ears, drowsiness, giddiness, muscle weakness, tremor, twitching, seizures, loss of consciousness, loss of coordination, or increased urination.

Eskalith is used for:

Treating manic episodes in patients with bipolar disorder. It is also used to reduce the frequency and decrease the severity of manic episodes in patients with bipolar disorder. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Eskalith is an antimanic agent. Exactly how Eskalith works is unknown, but it may work by altering the balance of certain chemicals in the brain.

Do NOT use Eskalith if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Eskalith :

Some medical conditions may interact with Eskalith . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Eskalith . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Eskalith may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Eskalith :

Use Eskalith as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Eskalith .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Eskalith :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Mild hand tremor; mild thirst; temporary, mild nausea and general discomfort at the beginning of treatment.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blurred vision; confusion; diarrhea; drowsiness; excessive weight gain; fainting; giddiness; inability to control the bladder or bowels; increased thirst; increased or decreased urination; involuntary twitching or muscle movements; loss of consciousness; loss of coordination; muscle weakness; persistent headache; persistent or severe nausea; ringing in the ears; seizures; slow or irregular heartbeat; slurred speech; swelling of the ankles or wrists; unsteadiness; vision changes; vomiting.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Eskalith at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tightly closed container. Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store away from heat, light, and moisture. Keep Eskalith out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Eskalith . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Orap

Posted by admin on November 5th, 2009

Orap

Orap is used for:

Treating severe muscle tics and speech tics in patients with Tourette syndrome when other medicines have not worked.

Orap is an antipsychotic agent. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a naturally occurring chemical in the brain.

Do NOT use Orap if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Orap :

Some medical conditions may interact with Orap . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Orap . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Orap may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Orap :

Use Orap as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Orap .

Important safety information:

If you suddenly stop taking Orap , you may experience WITHDRAWAL symptoms, including involuntary movements of tongue, face, mouth, or jaw (eg, protrusion of tongue, puffing of cheeks, puckering of mouth, chewing movements) or involuntary movements of the arms and legs.

Possible side effects of Orap :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Constipation; drowsiness; dry mouth.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); decreased sexual function; fever; involuntary movements of the tongue, mouth, face, or jaw; irregular heartbeat; muscle stiffness or spasm; trouble sleeping; unusual body movements; vision changes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Orap at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep Orap out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Orap . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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