Welenuf Tablet

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Welenuf Tablet

10 Tablet in 1 Strip
₹ 55
10 TABLET | 1 Strip
₹ 55
113 people have bought this recently

Welenuf Information

Welenuf, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Welenuf also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Welenuf. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Welenuf include Abnormal Involuntary Movements. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Welenuf can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Welenuf go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Welenuf's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Welenuf related warnings talks about Welenuf's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Welenuf can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Welenuf in conditions like Dementia, Tardive Dyskinesia, Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Welenuf are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Welenuf have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Welenuf is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Welenuf Benefits & Uses

Welenuf is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Welenuf Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Schizophrenia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: dose may increase up to 10 mg twice
Geriatric
  • Disease: Schizophrenia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: dose may increase up to 10 mg twice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Mania
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dose range: 2.5 - 10 mg twice daily
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Mania
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: This dose is only given to children who's age is more than 10 years

Welenuf Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Welenuf safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Welenuf. It is best to stop taking Welenuf immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Welenuf safe during breastfeeding?


    No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Welenuf on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Welenuf will cause side effects or not.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Welenuf on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Welenuf on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Welenuf on the Liver?


    Welenuf has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Welenuf on the Heart?


    There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Welenuf. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Welenuf with Other Drugs

Welenuf should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Welenuf Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Welenuf unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Welenuf

  • Is this Welenuf habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Welenuf has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Welenuf, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Welenuf can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Welenuf is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Welenuf has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

    Yes

Welenuf Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Welenuf


    Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Welenuf, due to a lack of research on this.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Welenuf


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Welenuf with alcohol.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Saphris® (asenapine)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 188-190

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