Azona
Azona Products are primarily used for
Schizophrenia, Mania
About Azona Products
Azona Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Azona are Vomiting, Sleepiness, Abnormal vision, Akathisia (inability to stay still), Dizziness, Respiratory tract infection, Abdominal pain, Extrapyramidal symptoms, Fever, Facial swelling, Photosensitivity, Decreased body temperature, Tachycardia, Postural hypotension (low blood pressure), Decreased appetite, Muscle pain, Agitation, Breathlessness.
How Azona Products work
Ziprasidone is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Patient Concerns about Azona Products
Frequently asked questions about Azona Products
Frequently asked questions about Ziprasidone
Q. What is Azona 80mg Capsule used for?
Azona 80mg Capsule is an antipsychotic medicine used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It helps manage symptoms such as hallucinations, mood swings, and disorganized thinking.
Q. Can elderly people take Azona 80mg Capsule?
Azona 80mg Capsule is not recommended for elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis, as it can increase the risk of death or stroke in this group.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Azona 80mg Capsule?
Serious side effects of Azona 80mg Capsule include irregular heart rhythm (QT prolongation), seizures, serotonin syndrome (a rare but dangerous condition), and severe skin reactions (like DRESS, or Stevens-Johnson syndrome). If you notice unusual movements, fever, rash, confusion, or heartbeat changes, seek medical help immediately.
Q. Who should not take Azona 80mg Capsule?
Individuals should not take Azona 80mg Capsule if they have heart rhythm problems (QT prolongation), have had a recent heart attack, or heart failure, are using monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), or are allergic to ziprasidone or any other ingredients present in Azona 80mg Capsule.
Q. Does Azona 80mg Capsule cause weight gain?
Yes, Azona 80mg Capsule may cause weight gain in some people. Your doctor may advise regular monitoring of weight, blood sugar, and cholesterol during treatment.
Q. Can Azona 80mg Capsule affect the heart?
Yes, Azona 80mg Capsule can cause a heart rhythm issue called QT prolongation, which can be dangerous. Avoid taking it with other medicines that also affect the heart rhythm.
Products for Azona
Azona 80mg Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP
₹111.73
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Azona 40mg Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP
₹55.91
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Azona 20mg Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP
₹28.19
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