Stride 400mg 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.

Stride 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at night. 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 in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness or seizures.

Some common side effects of this medicine include a skin rash, tremor, breast pain, parkinsonism, and increased liver enzymes. 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 but, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.

Uses of Stride Tablet

Schizophrenia

Benefits of Stride Tablet

In Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Stride 400mg 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 Stride 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 Stride

Skin rash
Weight gain
Sleepiness
Tremors
Breast pain
Parkinsonism
Akathisia (inability to stay still)
Increased liver enzymes
Drowsiness

How to use Stride 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. Stride 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Stride Tablet works

Stride 400mg Tablet works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affects thoughts.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Stride 400mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Stride 400mg 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

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Stride 400mg Tablet may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Stride 400mg Tablet should be avoided for prolonged periods and in women with a history of major depression. Tiredness, headache, and leg edema have also been reported in mothers taking Stride 400mg Tablet.

Driving

UNSAFE

Stride 400mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Stride 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Stride 400mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

What if you forget to take Stride Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Stride 400mg Tablet, 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Take it at bedtime to avoid feeling sleepy during the day.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Stride 400mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine because it can make drowsiness worse.
It may cause weight gain. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your weight regularly.
Inform your doctor if you experience any abnormal or uncontrolled movements while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as high fever, sweating, muscle stiffness, and faster breathing. These may be due to a rare side effect known as neuroleptic malignant syndrome.
Do not stop taking Stride 400mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause a worsening of symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Benzenesulfonamides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Atypical Antipsychotics

Interaction with drugs

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

Domperidone (Oral Route) Life-threatening

Do not consume Domperidone with Sulpiride. Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal.

Amiodarone (Injection Route) Severe

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their p... More

Hydroxyzine (Oral Route) Severe

Do not consume Hydroxyzine with Sulpiride. Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal.

Amiodarone (Oral Route) Severe

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their p... More

Artemether (Injection Route) Severe

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their p... More

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Patient concerns

I'm 18 and My problem is hair fall , I'm getting bald early so i came across a treatment that could delay baldness so I'm taking fenestride 1mg daily , i heard that it works by preventing the dihydro Testosterone to act , is it safe to continue the consumption of pill ,or does it cause any sexual dysfunction ?? I'm worried please answer

Dr. Shyam Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Hello PATIENT to 1mg. I think dermatologist will guide you well. Gene stride is not a drug of choice of baldness. First try to understand underlying cause of baldness.

Suffering Schizophrnia from last 20+ years. Is cure able ?

Dr. Ambrish Dharmadhikari

Psychiatry

We are here to helpSchizophrenia is chronic disorderSymptoms can be stopped from expressingCure is difficult word to say in schizophrenia

suffering from schizophrenia plz help

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Schizophrenia is a chronic problem caused by Neuro chemical disturbance in brain. It is characterised by fear, odd experiences and distorted thought pattern. Treatment is with antipsychotic medicines which may need to continue throughout life. Coping with a mental disorder as serious as schizophrenia can be challenging, both for the person with the condition and for friends and family. Here are some ways to cope: 1. Learn about schizophrenia. Education about the disorder can help motivate the person with the disease to stick to the treatment plan. Education can help friends and family understand the disorder and be more compassionate with the person who has it. 2. Join a support group. Support groups for people with schizophrenia can help them reach out to others facing similar challenges. Support groups may also help family and friends cope. 3. Stay focused on goals. Managing schizophrenia is an ongoing process. Keeping treatment goals in mind can help the person with schizophrenia stay motivated. Help your loved one remember to take responsibility for managing the illness and working toward goals. 4. Ask about social services assistance. These services may be able to assist with affordable counselling services, job placements and other daily activities. 5. Learn relaxation and stress management. The person with schizophrenia and loved ones may benefit from stress-reduction techniques such as meditation, yoga or tai chi. Please see a psychiatrist for further guidance.

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