Pregnancy Interaction

• Not advised during pregnancy.
• Taking amisulpride late in pregnancy could lead to problems in newborns, such as:
• Having trouble breathing
• Problems with feeding
• Muscle stiffness or weakness
• Too much sleepiness
• Shakes
• Signs of withdrawal
• Only use it when absolutely essential and only under the care of a psychiatrist and gynecologist.
• Don't use this medicine while breastfeeding because it can go into breast milk and make babies sleepy or have trouble eating.

Faq For Medicine

Q1. What is Joykem ODT 300 mg used for?

People with schizophrenia, severe psychosis, hallucinations, delusions, disordered thinking, and aggressive conduct utilize it to get well.

Q2. What is ODT formulation?

ODT (Orally Disintegrating Tablet) dissolves right away on the tongue, which is good for people who have trouble swallowing or who don't want to take their medicine.

Q3. Does it make you sleepy?

Yes. It could make you sleepy, dizzy, and slow to respond.

Q4. How long does it take to see progress?

It looks like the first signs of recovery show up in 1–2 weeks, and the entire therapeutic effect may not happen for 4–6 weeks.

Q5. Is it habit-forming?

No. Amisulpride does not make you addicted.

Q6. Can older people take this dose?

Older people may need smaller doses since they are more sensitive to adverse effects. Be careful when you use it.

Q7. Is it safe for me to drive while taking this medicine?

No. Don't drive or use machines because it makes you sleepy and less aware.

Expert Advice

• To keep your blood levels stable, take it at the same time every day.
• Don't stop all at once; simply lower the dose under the care of a doctor.
• Don't drink alcohol at all; it makes you much more sleepy.
• Needs to be checked on a regular basis:
• ECG (heart rate)
• Function of the liver and kidneys
• Electrolytes (K+, Mg++)
• Tell your doctor if you get:
• Stiffness in the muscles
• A high fever
• Heart rate is high
• Changes in mood all of a sudden
• Movements that aren't regulated
• Stay cool and drink plenty of water.
• Not suggested for pregnant or breastfeeding women.

Side Effects

• Common Side Effects:
• Sleepiness
• Feeling dizzy
• Gaining weight
• Shakes
• Higher levels of prolactin (breast growth, breastfeeding, and irregular periods)
• Feeling anxious or uneasy
• Mouth that is dry
• Not being able to go
• Seeing things blurry
• Serious Side Effects:
• QT prolongation, or an irregular heartbeat
• Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (fever, stiffness, and confusion)
• Tardive dyskinesia (movements that can't be controlled)
• Very bad allergic reactions
• Seizures
• A big decline in blood pressure
• Seek urgent medical assistance if chest pain, fainting, severe stiffness, or breathing trouble occur.

  How It Works

• Amisulpride, an atypical antipsychotic, is in Joykem ODT 300 mg.
• It works by inhibiting dopamine D2 and D3 receptors in the brain.
• Lessens hallucinations, delusions, aggressiveness, chaotic behavior, and paranoid thoughts.
• It makes mood more stable, thoughts clearer, and social life better.

Medicine Interaction

• Big Drug Interactions:
• Amiodarone and Sotalol are anti-arrhythmics.
• SSRIs/SNRIs (Fluoxetine, Sertraline, Venlafaxine)
• Antidepressants that work in three ways
• Other antipsychotic drugs
• MAOIs
• Alprazolam and Diazepam are benzodiazepines.
• Levodopa (counteracts effect)
• Drugs and alcohol
• Antihistamines
• Interactions between diseases:
• Problems with heart rhythm
• Parkinson's disease
• Kidney damage
• Liver illness
• Seizures
• Diabetes
• An imbalance of electrolytes
• Depression and thoughts of suicide

 How to Use

• Put the pill on your tongue; it will dissolve on its own, so you don't need water.
• Take once or twice a day, depending on what your doctor says.
• Don't chew or crumble before putting on your tongue.
• Take at the same time every day.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember, unless it's close to the following dose. Don't take two doses.
• Long-term treatment is often needed, so be sure to follow your psychiatrist's directions.

 Uses / Indications

• Schizophrenia
• Very bad psychotic diseases
• Seeing things that aren't there
• Thinking that isn't real
• Behavior that is aggressive or violent
• Paranoia
• Problems with behavior
• Unstable thoughts and feelings