lurina (LURASIDONE)
What monitoring is required during treatment with Lurina?
Lurina may cause an increase in blood sugar levels in diabetic patients or those having risk factors for diabetes. It may also decrease white blood cell count and increase prolactin, cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Therefore, during treatment with Lurina, your doctor may get blood tests done to check for blood sugar levels, blood cell counts, prolactin levels (hormone) and cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
How long does Lurina take to work?
Lurina does not show any immediate improvement. It may take several days to weeks to notice improvement in symptoms. The patient is continuously monitored during this time.
Can Lurafore be used during pregnancy?
Lurafore should be avoided during pregnancy unless this has been prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will monitor your baby closely after birth because giving Lurafore during the last 3 months to the mother may cause shaking, sleepiness, agitation, breathing problems, difficulty in feeding and muscle stiffness and/or weakness in the baby.
Does Unisidon cause weight gain?
Weight gain is a common side effect of Unisidon, though not everyone is affected. If you experience weight gain on taking Unisidon, talk to your doctor or a nutritionist. Eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly can help you maintain your weight.
Can Unisidon be used during pregnancy?
Unisidon should be avoided during pregnancy unless this has been prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will monitor your baby closely after birth because giving Unisidon during the last 3 months to the mother may cause shaking, sleepiness, agitation, breathing problems, difficulty in feeding and muscle stiffness and/or weakness in the baby.
What monitoring is required during treatment with Unisidon?
Unisidon may cause an increase in blood sugar levels in diabetic patients or those having risk factors for diabetes. It may also decrease white blood cell count and increase prolactin, cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Therefore, during treatment with Unisidon, your doctor may get blood tests done to check for blood sugar levels, blood cell counts, prolactin levels (hormone) and cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
Available in 2 variations
Lurina 40mg Tablet
Lurina 40mg Tablet
Lurasidone (40mg)
strip of 10 tablets
Lurina 80mg Tablet
Lurina 80mg Tablet
Lurasidone (80mg)
strip of 10 tablets
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