Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's

Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's is used to treat schizophrenia. Additionally, Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's is also used to reduce the risk of suicidal behaviour in patients with schizophrenia or other similar disorders. Schizophrenia is a medical condition in which the person may feel, hear or see things that are not there, believe things that are not true, or feel unusually suspicious or confused.

Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's contains Clozapine, which works by blocking the effects of chemical receptors in the brain, such as dopamine and serotonin. Thus, it helps improve mood, behaviour, and thoughts.

Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to take Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. In some cases, Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's may cause side effects, including tachycardia (a fast heartbeat), dizziness, headache, tremors, sweating, dry mouth, nausea, constipation, and visual disturbances. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Please do not stop taking Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's suddenly, as it might cause withdrawal symptoms. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Do not take Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's if you are breastfeeding, as it may pass into breastmilk. Avoid driving as Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's should not be given to children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol with Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and any medications you are taking to minimise the risk of side effects.

• Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's can be taken with or without food.
• It is usually taken 1-2 times daily at the same time each day or as prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's belongs to a group of medicines called antipsychotics. Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's is used to treat schizophrenia and to reduce the risk of suicidal behaviour in patients with schizophrenia or other similar disorders. Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's works by blocking the effects of chemical receptors in the brain, such as dopamine and serotonin, thereby helping improve mood, behaviour, and thoughts. Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's is used to treat schizophrenia when other antipsychotic drugs are ineffective or have caused severe adverse effects. Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's is also used to treat psychotic disorders in patients with Parkinson’s disease when standard treatments have failed.

Do not take Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents if you have galactose intolerance, total lactase deficiency, glucose-galactose malabsorption, low number of white blood cells or if you are taking medicines that can cause low levels of white blood cells, bone marrow disorder, epilepsy, circulatory collapse (pronounced fall in blood pressure that can lead to unconsciousness), brain disorders, severe kidney disease, heart disease, liver disease with jaundice, liver failure or paralytic ileus (small intestine disorder). Inform your doctor if you have a low number of white blood cells or platelet count, orthostatic hypotension, epilepsy, enlarged prostate or difficulty urinating, glaucoma, severe constipation, diabetes, heart, liver or kidney problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Do not take Skizoril ER 100 mg Capsule 10's if you are breastfeeding, as it may pass into breastmilk.