Agidol 20 Tablet

Welcome to the information page for Agidol 20 Tablet, brought to you by Consern Pharma Limited. This product contains the active ingredient Haloperidol (20mg) and is indicated for Schizophrenia. Here, you can find crucial details, including its uses, pricing, and options to add it to your wishlist or compare it with similar medications.

MRP: ₹ 53.8
Packing: 10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Haloperidol (20mg)
Brand: Consern Pharma Limited
Uses: Schizophrenia

Description

Agidol 20 Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder in which a person develops unreal thoughts and behavior)
It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood
Agidol 20 Tablet can also be used for treating psychosis, mania, severe behavior problems in adults and children
It may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day
Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body
Take Agidol 20 Tablet 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
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better
This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
The most common side effects of this medicine include Agitation, insomnia, Extrapyramidal symptoms, muscle spasm, and headache
If any of these side effects bother you or get worse, let your doctor know
They may be able to suggest ways to reduce or prevent the side effects.
Before taking it, inform your doctor if you are suffering from thyroid or kidney problems, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, glaucoma, or any heart problems
You should not Take Agidol 20 Tablet if you are under the influence of alcohol or any sleep-inducing, cough, and/ or allergy medication
This medicine can also lead to weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking with high-calorie food, and exercise regularly.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Agidol 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Agidol 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Agidol 20 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Agidol 20 Tablet is recommended.^However, patients with severe kidney disease may need to be started at a lower dose as it may cause excessive sleepiness in these patients.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Agidol 20 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Agidol 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.^If Agidol 20 Tablet is used, monitor the baby for excessive sleepiness.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Agidol 20 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.
Alcohol:	UNSAFE: Agidol 20 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Drug Action:	Typical Antipsychotics
Therapeutic class:	NEURO CNS
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Butyrophenone Derivative

Uses of Agidol 20 Tablet

In Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal
Agidol 20 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
It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively
Do not stop taking it unless your doctor advises you to.