Amcalm
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About Amcalm Products
Amcalm Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Amcalm are Increased prolactin level in blood, Sleepiness, Blurred vision, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Extrapyramidal symptoms, Hypotension (low blood pressure).
How Amcalm Products work
Amisulpride is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Patient Concerns about Amcalm Products
Frequently asked questions about Amcalm Products
Frequently asked questions about Amisulpride
Q. Does Amcalm 50 Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Amcalm 50 Tablet may make you sleepy, drowsy, less alert, and may even blur your vision. If you experience these symptoms you should not drive or operate heavy machinery.
Q. When should I take Amcalm 50 Tablet?
The time of taking the medicine will be suggested by your doctor depending upon your dose. Doses up to 300 mg can be taken anytime of the day but preferably at the same time each day. Doses more than 300 mg can be taken half in the morning and half in the evening. You can take the medicine during or between meals.
Q. What does Amcalm 50 Tablet do to the brain?
Amcalm 50 Tablet belongs to antipsychotic class of medicines. It acts against dopamine receptors in the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter which helps in regulating mood and behavior. Schizophrenia is associated with an overactivity of dopamine in the brain, and this overactivity may cause delusions and hallucinations. Amcalm 50 Tablet prevents this excessive activity of dopamine in the brain which helps in treating symptoms of schizophrenia.
Q. Does Amcalm 50 Tablet help with anxiety?
No, there is no data to support the use of Amcalm 50 Tablet in the treatment of anxiety. On the contrary, anxiety is a common side effect of Amcalm 50 Tablet.
Q. Can I stop taking Amcalm 50 Tablet after some time?
No, you should keep taking Amcalm 50 Tablet as long as your doctor has advised. Do not stop the medication even if you feel better. Stopping it suddenly may worsen your condition or symptoms may come back. Talk to your doctor who will gradually reduce your dose.
Q. Who should not take Amcalm 50 Tablet?
You should not take Amcalm 50 Tablet if you are under 15 years of age, allergic to it, have breast cancer or a tumor known as prolactinoma. Avoid taking Amcalm 50 Tablet if you are breastfeeding, have tumor of adrenal glands (pheochromocytoma), or if you are taking certain medicines like levodopa, medicines to treat heart rhythm disorders, etc.
Q. Is Amcalm 50 Tablet addictive?
No, there is no evidence to say that Amcalm 50 Tablet causes addiction. Also, its use is not known to have any tendency for abuse.
Q. What are the withdrawal symptoms of Amcalm 50 Tablet?
Suddenly stopping Amcalm 50 Tablet may cause withdrawal symptoms which include nausea, vomiting, sweating, difficulty sleeping, extreme restlessness, muscle stiffness or abnormal movements, or your original condition may come back. Therefore, it is advised to gradually reduce the dose of Amcalm 50 Tablet.
Products for Amcalm
Amcalm 50 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹70
Amcalm 400 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹340
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Amcalm 200 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹225
Not Available
Amcalm 100 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹130
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