Ilopt 2mg Tablet

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Last updated on 06 Apr 2026 | 04:05 PM (IST)

Ilopt 2mg 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.

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General Information

Contains

Iloperidone (2mg)

Marketer

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

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Product introduction

Ilopt 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without 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 fatigue, dryness in the mouth, sleepiness, and nasal congestion. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so drink plenty of fluids and it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. 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 Ilopt Tablet

Benefits of Ilopt Tablet

Mania
Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Ilopt 2mg Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Ilopt 2mg Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.

Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Ilopt 2mg 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.

Side effects of Ilopt 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 Ilopt

Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Fatigue
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Sleepiness
Weight gain

How to use Ilopt 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. Ilopt 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Ilopt Tablet works

Ilopt 2mg Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

Quick tips

Take it at bedtime to avoid feeling sleepy during the day.
It may take 2-6 weeks to feel the medication's full effects.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Ilopt 2mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
It may cause an increase in weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat). Eat healthy and exercise regularly.
Do not stop taking Ilopt 2mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause a worsening of symptoms.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Ilopt 2mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Ilopt 2mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ilopt 2mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Ilopt 2mg Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Ilopt 2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Ilopt 2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Use of Ilopt 2mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Ilopt with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Life-threatening

Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Amiodarone with Iloperidone.

Life-threatening

Escitalopram Oxalate (Oral Route)

Do not consume Escitalopram Oxalate with Iloperidone.

Life-threatening

Haloperidol (Oral Route)

Do not consume Haloperidol with Iloperidone.

Life-threatening

Ondansetron (Oral Route)

Do not consume Ondansetron with Iloperidone.

Life-threatening

Apomorphine (Sublingual route)

Do not consume Iloperidone with Apomorphine.

Frequently asked questions

What is Ilopt 2mg Tablet used for?

Ilopt 2mg Tablet is an antipsychotic medicine used to treat schizophrenia in adults. It helps manage symptoms like hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking.

What serious side effects can Ilopt 2mg Tablet cause?

Serious side effects of Ilopt 2mg Tablet may include irregular heartbeat (QT prolongation), low blood pressure when standing, tardive dyskinesia (uncontrollable movements), and neuroleptic malignant syndrome (fever, muscle stiffness). Seek medical attention if you experience any of these.

Is Ilopt 2mg Tablet safe for elderly patients with dementia?

No. Ilopt 2mg Tablet is not approved for treating dementia-related psychosis in older adults. It may increase the risk of stroke or death in such patients.

Can I stop taking Ilopt 2mg Tablet suddenly?

No. Do not stop taking Ilopt 2mg Tablet suddenly without medical advice. Stopping it abruptly can cause withdrawal symptoms or a return of psychotic symptoms.

What precautions should I follow while using Ilopt 2mg Tablet?

While using Ilopt 2mg Tablet, you should avoid alcohol, rise slowly from sitting or lying positions, do not drive or operate machinery until you know how it affects you, stay hydrated, and avoid overheating of the body.

Who should not take Ilopt 2mg Tablet?

Individuals should not take Ilopt 2mg Tablet if they have heart rhythm problems (like QT prolongation), are taking medications that affect heart rhythm, or are allergic to iloperidone or any of the ingredients in Ilopt 2mg Tablet.

How long does Ilopt 2mg Tablet take to work?

Ilopt 2mg Tablet may take several days to weeks for symptoms of schizophrenia to improve. Do not stop taking it just because you do not feel immediate relief.

Can Ilopt 2mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Yes, weight gain is a possible side effect of Ilopt 2mg Tablet. Your doctor may monitor your weight, blood sugar, and cholesterol during treatment.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Alkyl- phenylketones

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Atypical Antipsychotics

References

Stahl SM, editor. Iloperidone. In: Stahl's Essential Pschopharmacology: Prescriber's Guide. 5th ed. New York, New York: Cambridge University Press; 2014. pp. 301-305.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 690-91.
Stahl SM. Iloperidone. In: Stahl's Essential Pschopharmacology: Prescriber's Guide. 5th ed. New York, NY: Cambridge University Press; 2014. pp. 301-304.
Iloperidone. Washington, D.C.: Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 2009 [revised Jan. 2016]. [Accessed 25 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Iloperidone. [Updated 2018 Dec 3]. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
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Address: Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Ilopt Tablet

Benefits of Ilopt Tablet

Side effects of Ilopt Tablet

How to use Ilopt Tablet

How Ilopt Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Escitalopram Oxalate (Oral Route)

Haloperidol (Oral Route)

Ondansetron (Oral Route)

Apomorphine (Sublingual route)

Frequently asked questions

What is Ilopt 2mg Tablet used for?

What serious side effects can Ilopt 2mg Tablet cause?

Is Ilopt 2mg Tablet safe for elderly patients with dementia?

Can I stop taking Ilopt 2mg Tablet suddenly?

What precautions should I follow while using Ilopt 2mg Tablet?

Who should not take Ilopt 2mg Tablet?

How long does Ilopt 2mg Tablet take to work?

Can Ilopt 2mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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