QUITEX 50

Product introduction

Quitex 50 Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania. It is also used to treat bipolar disorders.

Quitex 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness or seizures.

Some common side effects of this medicine include decreased hemoglobin levels in the blood, increased triglycerides level in blood, decreased cholesterol level in blood, headache, extrapyramidal symptoms, dry mouth, and withdrawal symptoms. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may increase your weight but, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.

You should be cautious while using this medicine as it may increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is better to monitor glucose regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.

Uses of Quitex Tablet

• Treatment of Mania
• Treatment of Schizophrenia

Benefits of Quitex Tablet

In Treatment of Mania

Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Quitex 50 Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Quitex 50 Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.

In Treatment of Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Quitex 50 Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.

Side effects of Quitex Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Quitex

• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Sleepiness
• High blood pressure
• Dryness in mouth
• Fatigue
• Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
• Dyslipidemia

How to use Quitex Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Quitex 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Quitex Tablet works

Quitex 50 Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

Safety advice

Alcohol- UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Quitex 50 Tablet.

Pregnancy- CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Quitex 50 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding- CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Quitex 50 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving- UNSAFE
Quitex 50 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney- SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Quitex 50 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Quitex 50 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver- CAUTION
Quitex 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Quitex 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Quitex Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Quitex 50 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.