Information about Iloperidone

Generic Name : Iloperidone
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Iloperidone are provided here.

Pronunciation : eye'' loe per' i done

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Iloperidone, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y49.5 Therapeutic Classification : Antipsychotics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Iloperidone

International :

Fanapt, Fanapta, and Zomaril

Why is Iloperidone Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an atypical antipsychotic, prescribed for schizophrenia.

When should Iloperidone not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Iloperidone?

PO- The recommended starting dose is 1 mg twice daily. The maximum recommended dose is 12 mg twice daily (24 mg/day).

How should Iloperidone be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food twice a day.

What are the warnings and precautions for Iloperidone?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of seizures, heart, kidney, liver disease, abnormal electrocardiogram (ECG), heart attack, stroke, blood vessel problems, high or low blood pressure, neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), suicidal thoughts, diabetes, low blood minerals, decrease in white blood cells, Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, diarrhea, difficulty in swallowing, dehydration, alcoholism, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery sit up or stand slowly while taking this medication.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

• Monitor complete blood cell counts, blood electrolyte levels, and fasting blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medication.

• Avoid becoming overheated; otherwise heatstroke may occur.

♦ Patient may develop with increased risk of Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) with the following symptoms: muscle cramps and tremors, fever, symptoms of autonomic nervous system instability such as unstable blood pressure, agitation, delirium, or coma.

What are the side effects of Iloperidone?

Body as a Whole - Joint pain, fatigue, muscle stiffness, increased weight.
Heart - Fast heart rate, low blood pressure.
Eye - Blurred vision.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, dry mouth, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort.
Infections - Upper respiratory tract infection.
Central Nervous System - Dizziness, drowsiness, movement disorders, tremor, lethargy.
Genitourinary - Ejaculation failure.
Respiratory - Nose block, difficulty in breathing.
Skin - Rash.
♦ Metabolic- Increased level of blood glucose, weight gain, abnormal amount of lipids in blood.