Solian 50 Mg, Antipsychotic - 30 Tablets

Product Name

• Solian 50 Mg, Antipsychotic, For Mental Disorders - 30 Tablets

Scientific Name

• Amisulpride 50 Mg Tablets

Category Of Solian 50 Mg Tablets

• Antipsychotic Drugs

Mechanism Of Action Of Amisulpride

• At low doses, amisulpride reduces negative symptoms of schizophrenia by blocking presynaptic dopamine D2 and D3 receptors, increasing the levels of dopamine in the synaptic cleft and facilitating dopaminergic transmission.
• At higher doses, amisulpride blocks postsynaptic receptors, inhibiting dopaminergic hyperactivity: this explains the drug improving positive symptoms.
• Amisulpride also works as an antagonist at 5-HT7A receptors and 5-HT2A receptors, which may be related to its antidepressant effects

Therapeutic Indications Of Solian 50 Mg Tablets

• It is used to treat an illness called schizophrenia.
• Schizophrenia can make you feel, see or hear things that do not exist, have strange and frightening thoughts, change how you act, and make you feel alone.

Method Of Administration Of Solian 50 Mg Tablets

• Take this medicine by mouth.
• Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water. Do not chew your tablets.
• Take it before a meal.
• If you feel the effect of your medicine is too weak or too strong, do not change the dose yourself, but ask your doctor.
• The amount of Amisulpride you take will depend on your illness. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.
• The usual dose is between 50 mg and 800 mg each day.
• Your doctor may start you on a lower dose if necessary.
• If necessary, your doctor can prescribe up to 1200 mg each day.
• Doses up to 300 mg each day can be taken as a single dose. Take the dose at the same time each day.
• Doses above 300 mg should be taken half in the morning and a half in the evening.
• Amisulpride should not be given to children under 18 years of age.
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Solian 50 Mg Tablets

• Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

1. Trembling, muscle stiffness or spasm, slow movement, producing more saliva than usual, or feeling restless.
2. Difficulty sleeping (insomnia) or feeling anxious or agitated
3. Feeling drowsy or sleepy
4. Constipation, feeling or being sick, dry mouth
5. Unusual production of breast milk in women and men, breast pain
6. Menstrual period stops
7. Breast enlargement in men
8. Difficulty in getting or maintaining an erection, or in ejaculating
9. Feeling dizzy (which can be due to low blood pressure)
10. Blurred vision

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Solian 50 Mg Tablets

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Improve Mental Health

• Ginkgo biloba has been studied for its effects on mental health and found to be effective. Gingko Biloba extract can be purchased in liquid or capsule form for example Ginkozac Capsules
• Some conditions can be triggered by stress.
• Physical therapy like yoga will be helpful
• Adequate amount of sleep is very important for your mental health
• Always take your medications as instructed.

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Solian 50 Mg Tablets

• Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking your medicine if:

1. You have kidney problems.
2. You have Parkinson’s disease.
3. You have ever had epileptic seizures
4. You have an unusual heart rate (rhythm) or you have a slow heartbeat (less than 55 beats per minute).
5. You have heart disease or a family history of heart problems.
6. Your doctor has told you that you might have a stroke.
7. If you or someone else in your family has a history of blood clots, medicines like these have
8. been associated with the formation of blood clots.
9. You are diabetic or have been told you have an increased risk of having diabetes.
10. You have been told you have a low amount of potassium in your blood.
11. You are elderly.

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Storage Conditions Of Solian 50 Mg Tablets

• Store below 25°c
• Don’t refrigerate
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

For More Information About Amisulpride

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit SFDA website
• Visit Medscape at Information About Amisulpride
• Visit Drugs.com at Information About Amisulpride
• Visit DrugBank at Information About Amisulpride