Serenace 0.25mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Serenace Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as antipsychotics. Serenace tablet is used to treat Psychosis, Schizophrenia, and Tourette Syndrome. Hallucinations, including hearing or seeing things that aren't real and Illusions, are some common symptoms of Schizophrenia.

Serenace Tablet prevents these symptoms from occurring. Tourette disorder is a neurological ailment characterised by uncontrollable repeated motions, noises, or tics. Serenace Tablet consists of Haloperidol, a typical antipsychotic medication.

Serenace tablet prevents dopamine, a chemical messenger in the human brain that influences thoughts and emotions, from acting. Before taking medicine, talk to your doctor if you have thyroid or renal issues, epilepsy, glaucoma, Parkinson's disease, or any heart issues. You shouldn’t take this medicine if you are under the influence of alcohol or other sleep-inducing, cough, or allergy medication.

Serenace side-effects may include weight gain, so eat a well-balanced diet, avoid high-calorie snacks, and exercise often.

Dosage

Overdose

• Chest tightness, breathing problems, itching, fever, terrible cough, quick heartbeat, dizziness or passing out, a significant change in balance, shakiness, problems moving about, agitation and excitability, inability to pass urine are all signs of a severe reaction to the medicine. In addition, if you become pregnant while using this medication, you may experience a rash or other health concerns. In case of an overdose, seek instantaneous medical attention or contact a doctor.

Missed a Dose

As soon as you recall, take the missed dosage. If the upcoming dose is approaching soon, omit the missed dose. Do not take an extra dose to compensate for your missing one. It would help if you did not abruptly stop taking your prescription without consulting your doctor since this may aggravate your symptoms.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Serenace Tablet is a neuroleptic medicine. It works by preventing Dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that influences thoughts and emotions, from acting. The medication suppresses the release of chemical compounds that produce psychotic symptoms by binding to their receptors.

Directions for Use

• Take Serenace Tablet with or without meals. However, it's best if you take it at the same time each day.
• Take the tablet orally, all at once. Don't crush, break or chew it.
• Observe your doctor's instructions on the dosage and duration of this medication.
• Your doctor will decide when to take Serenace Tablet based on your medical situation.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Serenace Tablet during pregnancy?

Serenace Tablet belongs to category C pregnancy medication. If used during pregnancy, it may damage the unborn child and cause harm to the mother. If you expect to become pregnant, talk to your doctor before taking the Serenace Tablet. If you encounter any pain or discomfort after taking it, stop taking it and consult your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Serenace Tablet while breastfeeding?

Serenace Tablets may cause serious side effects in nursing women. Use it only after consulting a doctor. The medicine might enter the breastmilk and cause damage to the infant. If you use Serenace Tablet while breastfeeding, keep an eye on the infant for signs of oversleeping.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Serenace Tablet?

Serenace Tablet may make you drowsy and dizzy by lowering your alertness or affecting your eyesight. So, it is not advisable to drive while on this medication.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Serenace Tablet?

When taking this medicine, alcohol consumption increases the chance of severe side effects, including dizziness, concentration difficulties, poor thinking, and others. Consumption of alcohol while taking Serenace Tablet may worsen the disease. In addition, it has the potential to produce extreme sleepiness.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a known allergy to Haloperidol or any inactive components in the formulation should avoid the medicine.
• You suffer from uncontrolled seizures, severe central nervous system depression, or coma.
• You face some adverse side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
• Avoid taking this prescription without visiting your doctor first.
• Follow your doctor's guidance for using the Serenace 0.25 Tablet.
• Do not consume higher or lower doses than what has been prescribed.

Contraindications

If you have thyroid or renal issues, autism, Parkinson's disease, blindness, or any heart problems. If you're under the influence of liquor or other sleep-inducing, asthma, or allergic medication.

Side effects

• Agitation
• Weight gain
• Muscle spasm
• Insomnia (difficulty sleeping)
• Shaking of hands or feet
• Headache
• Difficulty swallowing
• Loss of balance
• Twisting of body parts
• Skin rash
• Dizziness
• Blurred vision
• Fast heartbeat
• Constipation

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Serenace may interact with the following medicines, changing their effectiveness and causing adverse reactions.
• Fluconazole
• Antihypertensives
• Itraconazole
• Clozapine
• Clotrimazole
• Tramadol
• Levodopa

Interactions with food items

• Taking Serenace pills with or without meals is safe. However, you should also talk to your doctor about it. There is no interaction between Serenace tablets and food. Although, it may interact with citrus fruits and juices, causing unwanted side effects.

Storage and disposal

Keep under 30 ° C in a clean, dry environment away from direct sunlight.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Serenace Tablet suitable for long-term use?

In certain circumstances, long-term usage of Serenace Tablet may induce dyskinesia (a movement disorder). Your doctor will only prescribe this medicine if the advantages exceed the dangers.

Can I stop taking Serenace Tablets on my own?

Confusion, chest pains, anxiety, difficulty sleeping, or tremors are possible withdrawal symptoms. As a result, take Serenace Tablet for as long as your doctor prescribes it. If you find any problems while taking it, see your doctor. Your doctor may lower the amount progressively before asking you to stop the medicine.

Is Serenace Tablet suitable for dementia-related psychosis patients?

Serenace Tablet is not indicated for individuals with dementia-related psychosis because it raises the risk of cardiac illness, such as heart failure, and infections like pneumonia. Based on the clinical situation, an alternative medication should be sought.