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Is used for:
Sulpiride works by acting on several chemical transmitters in the brain.
It is effective in helping symptoms such as hearing voices, loss of energy, thought disturbances, difficulties communicating with others, worry, depression, overcoming feelings of wanting to be alone as well as other symptoms of schizophrenia.
Do NOT use if:
Before taking sulpiride make sure your doctor or pharmacist knows:
· If you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding.
· If you suffer from any heart problems.
· If you suffer from liver, kidney or breathing problems.
· If you suffer from Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, depression, or myasthenia gravis (a muscle weakening disease).
· If you suffer from prostate problems, phaeochromocytoma (a growth on the adrenal glands) or glaucoma.
· If you suffer from porphyria or another blood disorder.
· If you suffer from behaviour that makes you agitated, feel aggressive or easily get excitable.
· If you suffer from postural hypotension (if you become dizzy when getting up from a sitting or lying position).
· If you have had jaundice.
· If you have ever had an allergic reaction to this or any other medicine.
· If you are taking any other medicines, including those available to buy without a prescription, herbal and complementary medicines.
How to use :
· Always read the manufacturer's information leaflet, if possible, before beginning treatment.
· Take sulpiride exactly as directed by your doctor.
· Try to get into the habit of taking sulpiride at the same times each day to avoid missing any doses.
· You may have to take sulpiride for several weeks before you feel the full effect.
· Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you or someone else has taken an overdose of sulpiride contact your doctor or go to the accident and emergency department of your local hospital at once. Where possible, take the container with you, even if it is empty. This medicine is for you. Never give it to others even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
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