Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR
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Product introduction
Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR is a prescription medicine 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.
Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, preferably before bedtime. 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. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, dryness in the mouth, blurred vision, insomnia, and erectile dysfunction. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so 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 can lead to weight gain and may increase your blood sugar and cholesterol levels. However, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.
Uses of Soltus Tablet SR
Benefits of Soltus Tablet SR
In Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life. Take it as prescribed by the doctor and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.
Side effects of Soltus Tablet SR
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 Soltus
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dryness in mouth
- Constipation
- Weight gain
- Decreased blood pressure
- Dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions)
- Akathisia (inability to stay still)
- Increased prolactin level in blood
- Blurred vision
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Erectile dysfunction
How to use Soltus Tablet SR
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. Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Soltus Tablet SR works
Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR 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
Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Soltus Tablet SR?
If you miss a dose of Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR helps treat schizophrenia.
- Take it at bedtime to avoid feeling sleepy during the day.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
- It may cause increased weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat) levels. Eat healthy and exercise regularly.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Denzamide Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Atypical Antipsychotics
Interaction with drugs
Taking Soltus with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Ondansetron with Amisulpride.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Hydroxyzine with Amisulpride.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Amiodarone with Amisulpride.
Both Aripiprazole and Amisulpride can affect heart rhythm and if taken together this may be fatal.
Do not consume Aripiprazole with Amisulpride.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Voriconazole with Amisulpride.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR
Once A Day
93%
Twice A Day
5%
Thrice A Day
2%
What are you using Soltus Tablet SR for?
Schizophrenia
100%
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
47%
Poor
40%
Average
13%
What were the side-effects while using Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR?
Dryness in mo*
25%
No Side Effec*
25%
Weight gain
25%
Constipation
25%
*Dryness in mouth, No Side Effect
How do you take Soltus Tablet SR?
With food
67%
With or witho*
33%
*With or without food
Please rate Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR on price
Expensive
56%
Average
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FAQs
Does Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR make you sleepy?
Yes, Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR may make you sleepy, drowsy, less alert, and may even blur your vision. If you experience these symptoms you should not drive or operate heavy machinery.
When should I take Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR?
The time of taking the medicine will be suggested by your doctor depending upon your dose. Doses up to 300 mg can be taken anytime of the day but preferably at the same time each day. Doses more than 300 mg can be taken half in the morning and half in the evening. You can take the medicine during or between meals.
What does Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR do to the brain?
Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR belongs to antipsychotic class of medicines. It acts against dopamine receptors in the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter which helps in regulating mood and behavior. Schizophrenia is associated with an overactivity of dopamine in the brain, and this overactivity may cause delusions and hallucinations. Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR prevents this excessive activity of dopamine in the brain which helps in treating symptoms of schizophrenia.
Does Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR help with anxiety?
No, there is no data to support the use of Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR in the treatment of anxiety. On the contrary, anxiety is a common side effect of Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR.
Can I stop taking Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR after some time?
No, you should keep taking Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR as long as your doctor has advised. Do not stop the medication even if you feel better. Stopping it suddenly may worsen your condition or symptoms may come back. Talk to your doctor who will gradually reduce your dose.
Who should not take Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR?
You should not take Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR if you are under 15 years of age, allergic to it, have breast cancer or a tumor known as prolactinoma. Avoid taking Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR if you are breastfeeding, have tumor of adrenal glands (pheochromocytoma), or if you are taking certain medicines like levodopa, medicines to treat heart rhythm disorders, etc.
Is Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR addictive?
No, there is no evidence to say that Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR causes addiction. Also, its use is not known to have any tendency for abuse.
What are the withdrawal symptoms of Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR?
Suddenly stopping Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR may cause withdrawal symptoms which include nausea, vomiting, sweating, difficulty sleeping, extreme restlessness, muscle stiffness or abnormal movements, or your original condition may come back. Therefore, it is advised to gradually reduce the dose of Soltus OD 100 Tablet SR.
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Expires on or after: October, 2025
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