Author Details
Written By
BDS
Reviewed By
MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated
09 Jan 2024 | 05:19 PM (IST)

We provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

Want to know more

Have issue with the content?

Report Problem

Blonitas 4 Tablet

Prescription Required
arrow
arrow

Product introduction

Blonitas 4 Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania. It can also be used to treat depression and bipolar disorders.

Blonitas 4 Tablet should be taken with food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include akathisia (an urge to move, that you cannot control), dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions), and urinary retention. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may increase your weight. However, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.

Before taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if your suffering from high body temperature and muscle stiffness (neuroleptic malignant syndrome), have had abnormal tongue or face movements (dyskinesia), heart disease, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, fits (epilepsy), difficulty in swallowing (dysphagia), or liver problems.

Uses of Blonitas Tablet

Benefits of Blonitas Tablet

In Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Blonitas 4 Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.

In Mania

Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Blonitas 4 Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Blonitas 4 Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.

Side effects of Blonitas Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Blonitas

  • Sleepiness
  • Akathisia (inability to stay still)
  • Dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions)
  • Parkinsonism
  • Anxiety
  • Urinary retention
  • Weight gain

How to use Blonitas Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Blonitas 4 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Avoid Blonitas 4 Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

How Blonitas Tablet works

Blonitas 4 Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Blonitas 4 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Blonitas 4 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Blonitas 4 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Blonitas 4 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Blonitas 4 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Blonitas 4 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Blonitas 4 Tablet
₹11.8/Tablet
Elicia 4 Tablet
Zydus Cadila
₹11.4/tablet
3% cheaper

Quick tips

  • Blonitas 4 Tablet should be taken with food or after food.
  • It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of suicidal thoughts in the past.
  • Do not stop taking medicine without talking to your doctor first.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Pyridinylpiperazines Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Atypical Antipsychotics

Interaction with drugs

Taking Blonitas with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Brand(s): Clowil, Odis, Kamestin
Life-threatening
Brand(s): Geoflu, Con F, Fucan
Life-threatening
Brand(s): Itraspan, Itoz, Sitra
Life-threatening
Brand(s): Ketozoe
Life-threatening

Patient concerns

arrow
Continued diwaa500 twice and blonitas 2mg twice a day but since last 1month blonitas stopped which caused patient abnormal act
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
There are other antipsychotics available in the market. Blonitas also comes as elicia. If it's not available, please discuss with your psychiatrist.
I am suffering from mania .what should i do.
Dr. Vikas Sharma
Neurology
Show. To psychiatric
arrow

User feedback


FAQs

Q. Why has Blonitas 4 Tablet been prescribed?

Blonitas 4 Tablet is an antipsychotic drug used to treat manic episodes and Schizophrenia, a mood disorder. It shortens the time to recovery and prevents mania from returning.

Q. How many times a day can I take Blonitas 4 Tablet?

Blonitas 4 Tablet must be taken twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening, e.g., after breakfast and dinner or as prescribed by your doctor.

Q. How long does it take for Blonitas 4 Tablet to work?

Like many medicines, Blonitas 4 Tablet does not work straight away. You might start feeling more calm and relaxed after a few weeks of taking this medicine.

Q. Is Blonitas 4 Tablet addictive?

This medicine is not addictive, but if you stop taking the medicine suddenly you may experience unpleasant physical feelings.

Q. Does Blonitas 4 Tablet cause sleepiness?

Somnolence (sleepiness) is a common side effect of Blonitas 4 Tablet. You should refrain from indulging in driving and heavy activities during your treatment. It is better to talk to your doctor if you experience sleep problems while taking Blonitas 4 Tablet.

Q. What is Schizophrenia and how it is diagnosed?

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder with symptoms like delusions, hallucinations, hearing voices, anxiety, etc. The doctor may also request imaging studies, such as an MRI or CT scan.

Q. Which treatments are most effective for Schizophrenia?

Antipsychotic medication along with psychotherapy is the main treatment option for Schizophrenia. Patients may need to try several types, or combinations of antipsychotics before finding a treatment regime that suits them best.

Q. Who should not use Blonitas 4 Tablet?

Blonitas 4 Tablet should not be used in patients with a history of seizures, liver, kidney disorders, and heart disease. There's no single test for schizophrenia and the condition is usually diagnosed after assessment by a specialist in mental health.

Q. Can Blonitas 4 Tablet be given to children?

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Blonitas 4 Tablet?

It is recommended that people taking this medicine should not drink alcohol. This is because Blonitas 4 Tablet is an antipsychotic and taking it with alcohol can cause severe drowsiness. This can lead to falls and accidents. Also, drinking alcohol may make mania, depression, and anxiety worse. Discuss any concerns you have with your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.

Related ayurvedic ingredients

Want to share the information?

Disclaimer:

Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.

References

  1. Stahl SM, editor. Blonanserin. In: Stahl's Essential Pschopharmacology: Prescriber's Guide. 5th ed. New York, New York: Cambridge University Press; 2014. pp. 81-85.
  2. Saruwatari J, Yasui-Furukori N, Inoue Y, et al. Effect of dose timing in relation to food intake on systemic exposure to blonanserin. Eur J Clin Pharmacol. 2010;66(9):899-902. [Accessed 06 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 19 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: April, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Blonitas 4 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

In case of any issues, contact us

Email ID: [email protected]
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

109.74122Get 10% OFF
95.58+ free shipping withCare Plan Logo
Inclusive of all taxes
This offer price is valid on orders above ₹1599. Apply coupon HEALTHALL on the cart. Max. coupon discount is ₹260. T&C apply.
10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Add to cart
Cash on delivery available
Earliest delivery by 6pm, Today
Delivering to:
110020, New DelhiDown Arrow Icon

Additional offers

Amazon Pay Later: Pay with Amazon Pay Later on Tata 1mg for Rs. 499 and more and earn cashback up to Rs. 300 with minimum cashback of Rs. 15. Offer ends 31st March'24.
Show more show_more

INDIA’S LARGEST HEALTHCARE PLATFORM

260m+
Visitors
31m+
Orders Delivered
1800+
Cities
Get the link to download App
Reliable

All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies. All labs listed on the platform are accredited

Secure

Tata 1mg uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) 128-bit encryption and is Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliant

Affordable

Find affordable medicine substitutes, save up to 50% on health products, up to 80% off on lab tests and free doctor consultations.

LegitScript approved
India's only LegitScript and ISO/ IEC 27001 certified online healthcare platform

Know more about Tata 1mgdownArrow

Access medical and health information

Tata 1mg provides you with medical information which is curated, written and verified by experts, accurate and trustworthy. Our experts create high-quality content about medicines, diseases, lab investigations, Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products, Ayurvedic herbs/ingredients, and alternative remedies.

Order medicines online

Get free medicine home delivery in over 1800 cities across India. You can also order Ayurvedic, Homeopathic and other Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products. Your safety is our top priority. All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies.

Book lab tests

Book any lab tests and preventive health packages from certified labs and get tested from the comfort of your home. Enjoy free home sample collection, view reports online and consult a doctor online for free.

Consult a doctor online

Got a health query? Consult doctors online from the comfort of your home for free. Chat privately with our registered medical specialists to connect directly with verified doctors. Your privacy is guaranteed.