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$anem is used to treat mental health conditions such as schizophrenia. It helps improve abnormal thoughts, hallucinations, mood changes, and behavioural problems by balancing certain chemical messengers in the brain, thereby improving mental stability and daily functioning.

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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

AMISULPRIDE-300MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet is primarily used to treat long-term (chronic) schizophrenia. In schizophrenic disorders, there are positive symptoms (like delusions, hallucinations and thought disorders) along with negative symptoms (like blunted affect, emotional and social withdrawal).

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet contains amisulpride, which helps balance dopamine activity in the brain. It improves thinking, mood, and behaviour while reducing abnormal mental symptoms. It also supports better emotional and social functioning. This helps maintain mental stability and daily well-being.

Take Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, weight gain, increased appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, dry mouth, blurred vision, insomnia (trouble sleeping), anxiety, or agitation (feeling restless or uneasy). If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other medicines. Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet is not recommended for children under 18 years. Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet should not be taken if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Use Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet with extreme caution in elderly patients above 65 years of age, as there is an increased risk of severe adverse effects.  

Uses of Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia. The detailed uses of Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet are as follows:

  • Schizophrenia: Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet is used in the treatment of both acute and chronic schizophrenia, helping to manage symptoms like hallucinations, delusions, and disorganised thinking, and improving quality of life and social functioning.

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Directions for Use

  • Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet can be taken before meals or as advised by your doctor.
  • Take Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet twice daily; however, follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration.
  • Swallow the medicines as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Key Benefits

  • Helps reduce hallucinations, delusions, and disturbed thinking.
  • Improves clarity of thoughts and emotional control.
  • Supports better daily functioning and social interaction.
  • Helps manage both acute and long-term symptoms.
  • Improves overall quality of life and mental stability.

How Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet Works

Amisulpride acts by regulating dopamine activity in the brain. It reduces excessive dopamine signals related to hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not real) and disordered thinking while preserving normal brain function. This helps stabilise mood, behaviour, and overall mental health.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Joykem ODT 300 Tablet

What if I have taken an overdose of Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet

Take Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet only as prescribed by the physician. Avoid exceeding the recommended dose, as this may lead to adverse effects. Symptoms of adverse effects may include tremors, bradycardia, seizures, involuntary muscle movements, and syncope. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to amisulpride or any other ingredients present in this medicine or have a medical history of prolactin-dependent tumour or breast cancer, phaeochromocytoma (a tumour on the adrenal gland), or pituitary tumour.
  • Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet should not be given to children as safety has not been established.
  • Use Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet with extreme caution in elderly patients above 65 years of age, as there is an increased risk of severe adverse effects.
  • Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet should not be taken if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet may impair fertility, so inform your doctor if you are planning a pregnancy.
  • Inform your doctor if you are previously diagnosed with kidney disease, liver disease epilepsy or seizures (fits), Parkinson's disease, unusual heart rate (rhythm), slow heartbeat (less than 55 beats per minute), low potassium levels in your blood, prolonged QT interval (heart conduction problem), if you or someone else in your family has a history of blood clots, heart problems, stroke, diabetes, have a low number of white blood cells (agranulocytosis), leucopenia (blood disorder).
  • Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmisulprideSaquinavir
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AmisulprideGrepafloxacin
Critical

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AmisulprideSaquinavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Joykem ODT 300 Tablet:
Taking Saquinavir with Joykem ODT 300 Tablet can increase the risk of severe irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Joykem ODT 300 Tablet with Saquinavir is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations while taking any of these drugs, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
AmisulprideGrepafloxacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Joykem ODT 300 Tablet:
Taking Joykem ODT 300 Tablet with Grepafloxacin can increase the risk of severe irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Joykem ODT 300 Tablet with Grepafloxacin is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Joykem ODT 300 Tablet:
Co-administration of Ziprasidone with Joykem ODT 300 Tablet can increase the risk of severe irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Ziprasidone and Joykem ODT 300 Tablet but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmisulprideMesoridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Joykem ODT 300 Tablet:
Taking Joykem ODT 300 Tablet with Mesoridazine can increase the risk of severe irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Joykem ODT 300 Tablet with Mesoridazine is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations while taking any of these drugs, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Joykem ODT 300 Tablet:
Taking Joykem ODT 300 Tablet with Dronedarone can increase the risk of severe irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Joykem ODT 300 Tablet with Dronedarone is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations while taking any of these drugs, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Joykem ODT 300 Tablet:
Taking Metoclopramide with Joykem ODT 300 Tablet may increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Joykem ODT 300 Tablet with Metoclopramide is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you have muscle spasms or movements that you can't stop or control, such as lip smacking, chewing, puckering, frowning or scowling, tongue thrusting, teeth clenching, jaw twitching, blinking, eye-rolling, shaking or jerking of arms and legs, tremor, jitteriness, restlessness, pacing, and foot tapping, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Joykem ODT 300 Tablet:
Taking Pimozide with Joykem ODT 300 Tablet can increase the risk of severe irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pimozide with Joykem ODT 300 Tablet is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations while taking any of these drugs, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Joykem ODT 300 Tablet:
Taking Joykem ODT 300 Tablet with Cisapride can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Joykem ODT 300 Tablet with Cisapride is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations while taking any of these drugs, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Joykem ODT 300 Tablet:
Using Joykem ODT 300 Tablet together with pazopanib can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Joykem ODT 300 Tablet and pazopanib, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Joykem ODT 300 Tablet:
Taking Joykem ODT 300 Tablet with Sunitinib increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Joykem ODT 300 Tablet along with Sunitinib can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Mood Monitoring:

  • Track your mood regularly alongside sleep, medications, and daily activities.
  • Noting patterns can help manage mood changes better.

Physical Activity:

  • Exercise daily to relieve tension and improve mental well-being.
  • Regular physical activity also helps prevent weight gain related to medications.

Stress Management:

  • Practice calming techniques like meditation and deep breathing.
  • These methods help reduce stress and emotional strain.

Sleep Routine:

  • Get enough sleep each night to help stabilise mood.
  • Maintain a regular sleep schedule.

Diet:

  • Eat a healthy, balanced diet to support mental health.
  • Keep a food log to see how certain foods affect your mood.
  • Discuss diet choices with your doctor or nutritionist if needed.

Positive Mindset:

  • Stay optimistic and patient with treatment progress.
  • Improvement takes time, and consistent care supports recovery.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIPSYCHOTICS]

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet as it may lead to increased dizziness and drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet should not be taken by pregnant women. Consult your doctor for further advice.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet is unsafe and should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers. Consult your doctor for further advice.

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Driving

Caution

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness and uncontrolled movements. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Take Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. However, Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet is not recommended for patients with severe liver disease. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain or yellow discolouration of the eyes or skin.

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Kidney

Caution

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet should be used in patients with kidney diseases only when prescribed by a doctor. Dose adjustments and regular monitoring of electrolytes may be required as it may alter electrolyte levels in the body.

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Children

Unsafe

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet should not be given to children, as its safety and effectiveness have not been established.

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Heart

Caution

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet may be used in patients with heart disease if prescribed by a physician. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet should be used with caution in geriatric patients. Please consult your physician.

FAQs

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet is used to treat long-term (chronic) schizophrenia.

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet contains amisulpride, which works by balancing dopamine activity in the brain. It improves thinking, mood, and behaviour while reducing abnormal mental symptoms.

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet can be used to treat psychotic disorders like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and depression. However, you should not take this medication without a doctor's advice.

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet may affect fertility as it may cause hyperprolactinemia (excessive levels of prolactin hormone in the blood) resulting in amenorrhea (absence of menstrual periods), anovulation (lack of egg release) and impaired fertility.

You are not recommended to stop taking Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet , please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet is not recommended for dementia (loss of memory or other mental abilities) patients, especially in elderly people, as it may cause severe adverse effects, including stroke. Therefore, it is advised to inform your doctor if you have dementia or a history of stroke before taking Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet .

Stopping Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet abruptly can cause withdrawal symptoms, and stopping it too early could make your illness come back. Please consult your doctor if you want to stop taking Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet .

Take Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet with caution in patients with diabetes, as it may increase the risk of having diabetes. It is advised to monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet .

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet should be used with caution and only if prescribed by the doctor in elderly patients due to the possible risk of low blood pressure and sedation.

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet should be used in patients with kidney diseases only when prescribed by a doctor. Dose adjustment and regular electrolyte monitoring may be required, as Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet may alter electrolyte levels.

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet may cause sleepiness and drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet should be taken at the same time daily or as prescribed by the doctor.

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet modulates certain chemical messengers (dopamine D2) in the brain, which helps regulate mood and behaviour.

No, Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet is not indicated for anxiety. It is used to treat schizophrenia and postoperative nausea and vomiting.

Do not take Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to amisulpride or any other ingredients present in this medicine or have a medical history of prolactin-dependent tumour or breast cancer, phaeochromocytoma (a tumour on the adrenal gland), or pituitary tumour.

No, Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet has no habit-forming tendency and is not addictive.

Withdrawal symptoms of Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet are nausea, vomiting, difficulty sleeping, sweating, extreme restlessness, abnormal movements, or muscle stiffness.

Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dry mouth, constipation, weight gain, decreased blood pressure, dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions), akathisia (inability to remain still), parkinsonism, and increased blood prolactin levels. Most of these side effects of Joykem Odt 300mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, consult your doctor immediately.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.
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