Sulcare
Sulcare Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Trade Name | Sulcare |
Generic | Levosulpiride |
Levosulpiride Other Names | Levosulpirida, Levosulpiride, Levosulpiridum, S-(-)-Sulpiride |
Weight | 50mg |
Type | Tablet |
Formula | C15H23N3O4S |
Weight | Average: 341.43 Monoisotopic: 341.140927407 |
Groups | Experimental |
Therapeutic Class | |
Manufacturer | Aries Pharmaceuticals (pvt) Ltd |
Available Country | Pakistan |
Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Sulcare is indicated to treat dyspepsia, symptoms of Meniere's syndrome, and second line in the treatment of drug-induced nausea and vomiting.
Sulcare is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Dizziness, Dyspepsia, Nausea, Nausea and vomiting, Tinnitus, Hearing loss or impairment
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FAQ
What is Sulcare used for ?
Sulcare is an antipsychotic medication used to treat depression, indigestion, psychiatric disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety disorder, vertigo, hallucinations, schizophrenia, and frequent heartburns. The drug is used for the prevention of premature ejaculation.
How safe is Sulcare?
Sulcare is an effective and safe drug in the treatment of dysmotility-like functional dyspepsia and non-erosive reflux disease.
How does Sulcare work?
Sulcare works by increasing the release of acetylcholine. It increases the movement of the stomach and intestines and prevents reflux.
What are the common side effects of Sulcare?
Some of the common side effects of Sulcare are:
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Increased prolactin level in blood
- Drowsiness
- Irregular Menstrual Periods
- Gynecomastia
- Constipation
- Abdominal pain and cramps
- Weight gain
- Unusual tiredness
- Increased salivation
- Fever
- Excessive Sweating
- Change in Heart Rate
- Abnormal Heart Rate
Is Sulcare safe during pregnancy?
Sulcare is not recommended if you are pregnant as it can harm your foetus. This medicine is prescribed by your doctor only when the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
Can I take Sulcare while breastfeeding?
All antihistamines are considered safe to use during breastfeeding, as minimal amounts are excreted in the breast milk and would not cause any adverse effects on a breastfeeding infant.
Can I drink alcohol with Sulcare?
The interaction of alcohol with Sulcare causes an increase in impaired coordination and reactivity. This may result in an increased risk of accidents at the workplace, especially in people using dangerous machinery.
Can I drive after taking Sulcare?
It is advised to avoid driving after taking Sulcare as it may alter the ability to drive.
Does Sulcare make me sleepy?
Some of the common side effects of Sulcare are: Headache. Fatigue. Drowsiness.
When should be taken of Sulcare?
Take the tablet before a meal or as advised by your doctor. It is important to take this medicine at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of medicine in your body.
How many time can I take Sulcare daily?
Take Sulcare tablets three times a day.
How long does Sulcare take to work?
Sulcare may remain in your body for 1-2 days.
What is the half life of Sulcare?
In the single 25 mg study, the mean peak plasma concentration was 441 ng/mL, the mean area under the concentration–time curve from 0 to 36 h (AUC0–36) was 1724 ng h/mL, and the mean elimination half-life (t1/2) was 7.0 h.
Can I take Sulcare for a long time?
Sulcare is usually prescribed for 4 weeks as per the condition of use given in the product's label, as it is available as either tablets or oral solutions. The duration can also be 8 weeks (4 weeks for treatment and 4 weeks for the follow-up period).
Does Sulcare cause weight gain?
Sulcare may cause side effects like headache, fatigue, constipation, tiredness, weight changes, and irregular periods.
What happen If I missed a dose of Sulcare?
Take the missed dose of Sulcare as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next scheduled dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not take double dose to compensate for the missed dose.
What happen if I overdose on Sulcare?
Oral form: Never take more than the prescribed dose. Contact a doctor for further guidance if an overdose with Sulcare is suspected.
Injection form: An overdose of Sulcare injection is unlikely to happen as this medicine is administered by a healthcare professional. If overdose is suspected then your doctor will start overdose protocol immediately.
Can I suddenly stop taking Sulcare?
Stop it...as it does not have much withdraw symptoms which will bother you... And usually people stop it... abruptly.
Can Sulcare affect my kidneys?
There are no case reports in chronic kidney disease patients.
Can Sulcare used for children?
Sulcare is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Can Sulcare affect my heart?
Sulcare should be used with caution if you have a problems of the heart and this medicine can alter heart rate. Your doctor may adjust the dose according to your condition and/or closely monitor the functioning of your heart.