Andol 5mg Tablet

What is Andol 5mg Tablet?

Andol 5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder in which a person develops unreal thoughts and behavior). It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.

What are the uses Andol 5mg Tablet?

Andol 5mg Tablet is used for treating,

• Schizophrenia

How to Use Andol 5mg Tablet?

• Normally take Andol 5mg Tablet exactly as your doctor has told you.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet.
• It may cause diarrhea, gas or an upset stomach.
• Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it.
• Do not handle the tablets with wet hands.

If you forget to take Andol 5mg Tablet

• Take your Andol 5mg Tablet at the next scheduled time if you miss a dose and it is close to the next scheduled dose.
• Do not take a double dose to make up for the one you missed.

If you take more Andol 5mg Tablet

• Contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital if you are taking more than the recommended tablet.
• These effects usually wear off in a few hours.

If you stop taking Andol 5mg Tablet

• Until your doctor advises you to do so, do not stop taking this medicine.

Warning & Precautions of Andol 5mg Tablet?

Talk to your doctor if you:

• Have any allergy.
• During pregnancy.
• During driving.
• Have kidney problem.
• Are alcoholic.
• Have liver problem.
• During breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Andol 5mg Tablet?

• Agitation
• Extrapyramidal symptoms
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Muscle spasm
• Headache

More Information :

• Keep Andol 5mg Tablet out of the reach of kids.
• Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
• Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light (15-25°C).
• Do not take this medicine after the expiry date.
• Take Andol 5mg Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
• It is less likely to cause weight gain as compared to other similar medicines.