Latuda
Developed for schizophrenia, intended to target dopamine and serotonin receptors to alleviate auditory hallucinations and support improved cognitive function in patients.
Strengths: 40 · 80mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Therapeutic class
Atypical Antipsychotic
- Pharmacological class
Second-Generation Antipsychotic
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to lurasidone
- Precautions and warnings
patient monitoring required for glucose levels
- Minor side effects
nausea; somnolence
- Moderate side effects
akathisia; parkinsonism; dystonia
- Dosage forms
Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Angelini Pharma
- Onset Time
1–2 weeks
- Duration
24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store below 30°C in the original carton to protect from light.
- Drug interactions
grapefruit; strong CYP3A4 inhibitors
- Age restrictions
Not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years.
Serious side effects
neuroleptic malignant syndrome — requires immediate medical attention; tardive dyskinesia — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Developed for schizophrenia, intended to target dopamine and serotonin receptors to alleviate auditory hallucinations and support improved cognitive function in patients.
Mechanism of action
Lurasidone acts as an antagonist at both dopamine D2 and serotonin 5-HT2A receptors. By blocking these receptors, it helps balance chemical signaling in the brain, which assists in managing the symptoms of schizophrenia and stabilizing mood in individuals with bipolar disorder.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use is not recommended unless clinically necessary. Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding should be discontinued during treatment.
Latuda
Developed for schizophrenia, intended to target dopamine and serotonin receptors to alleviate auditory hallucinations and support improved cognitive function in patients.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Lurasidone
- Listed indication(s): Schizophrenia
Usually available as
- 90 tablets - 40 mg1529-40-mg-17714
- 60 tablets - 80 mg1529-80-mg-17718