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Sizomax 2 is used in the treatment of mental/mood disorders including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and several other conditions. To know what this drug is, how it works and the notes when using it, you should refer to the article below.
1. What is Sizomax 2?
Sizomax 2 drug contains the main ingredient is Risperidone 2mg, belongs to the group of atypical antipsychotics. The mechanism of action of the drug is to restore the balance of natural substances in the brain. Therefore, the drug works well in the treatment of some mental/mood disorders, helping patients to have clear thinking and participate in normal activities.
2. Indications and contraindications Sizomax 2
2.1. Indications With the above effect, Sizomax 2 is indicated in the following cases:
Patients with acute and chronic schizophrenia. People with psychological problems such as depression, guilt, and anxiety associated with schizophrenia. Drug use in the treatment of mania associated with bipolar disorder. Support to overcome behavioral disorders in dementia patients. Treatment of autism in children and adolescents. 2.2. Contraindications Sizomax 2 is contraindicated in cases such as:
Patients who overdose on barbiturates, drugs containing opiate ingredients or regularly drink alcohol. People with a history of allergy to risperidone or any of the other ingredients. Sizomax 2 is contraindicated for pregnant women, nursing mothers, people who are driving or operating machinery.
3. Dosage and how to use Sizomax 2
3.1. Dosage Depending on the user, the dose of Sizomax 2 has certain differences.
People with schizophrenia
Adults: Use with a starting dose of 2 mg per day, which can be increased to 4 mg per day on the second day. The doses used can then be adjusted depending on the response to treatment. Usually, patients respond well to doses of 4 to 6 mg/day divided into 1-2 doses per day. Elderly: Use with a starting dose of 0.5 mg divided into 2 oral doses/day. The following doses may be increased gradually to 1-2mg twice daily. Manic patients
Adults: Use with a starting dose of 2 mg x 1 time / day. The doses can then be adjusted depending on the body's ability to respond to treatment. Usually, patients feel comfortable when taking doses of 1-6 mg once a day. Elderly: Use with a starting dose of 0.5 mg x 2 times/day. Thereafter, the dose can be gradually adjusted to 1 mg to 2 mg twice daily depending on response. Patients with dementia (Also known as Alzheimer's)
Adults (including the elderly): Use with a starting dose of 0.25 mg x 2 times / day. The dose can then be adjusted by your doctor, usually 0.5 mg twice daily. Some special cases may need to use the drug at a dose of 1mg x 2 times / day. However, it should be noted that the duration of drug use in patients with Alzheimer's dementia should not exceed 6 weeks. Use in children and adolescents: Children <18 years of age should not be treated with Sizomax 2. People with signs of conduct disorder
For adults and children weighing ≥50 kg: Use with the starting dose. 0.5 mg x 1 time/day at first. The dose can then be increased by 1 mg/day and maintained at the usual dose of 0.5 - 1.5 mg/day. For children weighing <50 kg: Use with a starting dose of 0.25 mg x 1 time / day. The daily dose may be increased by 0.5 mg daily and the usual maintenance is 0.25 - 0.75 mg once daily. Note that the duration of drug use in patients with behavioral disorders is guaranteed for ≤6 weeks.
You need to pay more attention, the above dose is just a reference dose. To achieve the best treatment effect, patients need to follow the doctor's instructions.
3.2. How to use You can take the drug when full or hungry because food does not affect the absorption of Sizomax 2 from the gastrointestinal tract. Do not take Sizomax 2 with soft drinks, cola, tea.
4. Side effects of Sizomax 2
Sizomax 2 has a risk of causing some side effects including:
Common side effects
Dizziness, anxiety, somnolence, extrapyramidal symptoms, increased excitability, headache. Affects the digestive system causing constipation, nausea, indigestion, abdominal pain, loss of appetite. Rhinitis, sinusitis, pharyngitis, persistent cough. Rash, dry skin or increased sebum production. Joint pain, tachycardia, orthostatic hypotension. Back pain, chest pain, fatigue, fever, sexual dysfunction. Rare side effects of Sizomax 2
Depression, decreased concentration, temporary amnesia, paresthesia. Affects the digestive system causing diarrhea, flatulence, gastritis, black stools, hemorrhoids. Skin appears acne, hair loss; gain or lose weight. Hyponatremia, diabetes, gynecomastia in men, amenorrhea in women. Hematuria, vaginal bleeding, purpura, anemia.
5. Sizomax 2 drug interactions
Sizomax 2 has the potential to interact with some of the following drugs:
Drugs that may decrease the effects of Sizomax 2 include Rifampicin (to treat certain infections), Carbamazepine, phenytoin (a medicine for epilepsy), Phenobarbital. Medicines that can increase the effects of Sizomax 2 include quinidine, antidepressants such as paroxetine, fluoxetine, beta-blockers (to treat high blood pressure), Phenothiazines (to treat mental disorders or to calm your nerves). , Cimetidine, ranitidine (acid blocker). In addition, there are Itraconazole and ketoconazole (fungal infections), drugs used in the treatment of HIV/AIDS, such as ritonavir, Verapamil for high blood pressure, and Sertraline for depression and psychiatric disorders.
6. Be careful when using Sizomax 2
For elderly patients, debilitated people, impaired liver and kidney function and people prone to hypotension, the dose should be reduced when using for the first time. Patients with cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, history of epilepsy, spasticity, Parkinson's syndrome should use Sizomax 2 at a lower dose than usual. Sizomax 2 should be used with caution in patients with a history of hyperprolactinemia or with prolactin-dependent tumors. Regularly monitor blood sugar in patients with diabetes or at risk of this disease when using Sizomax 2. Sizomax 2 may cause weight gain, so patients need to adjust their diet. Above is some information about the drug Sizomax 2. Patients need to take the drug according to the indications, from here the drug will promote the best effect, preventing possible side effects.
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