What is Saphris ?

Saphris is a brand-name version of the generic drug, asenapine, and it is used to treat schizophrenia in adults and children over 13 years old. Saphris is also used to treat bipolar disorder, also known as ‘manic depression’, in adults and children over 10 years old. The average Saphris cash price can be expensive at around $680 for a supply of 30 sublingual tablets (10 mg). You can save on your Saphris cost with our Rx.com savings card. Simply use the Rx.com search engine and locate savings in your local area. Sign up for a Rx.com savings card, then take the code to your local pharmacy for significant discounts.

• Jerky muscle movement you cannot control (often in your face, tongue, or jaw), problems with balance or walking
• Numbness or tingling in your mouth or throat, sores or blisters in your mouth
• Lightheadedness, dizziness, drowsiness, or fainting
• Seizures, tremors, or twitching
• Sweating, confusion, muscle stiffness
• Mood or behavior changes, or thoughts of hurting yourself or others
• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Fast, slow, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
• Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, and body aches
• Increased hunger or thirst, frequent urination, tiredness, blurred vision

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, trouble swallowing, or a history of seizures. Tell your doctor if you have a blood vessel or heart problem, including low blood pressure, heart failure, heart rhythm problems, or a history of heart attack or stroke.
• This medicine may cause the following problems: Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), which can be life-threateningTardive dyskinesia (a movement disorder) that may not go away after you stop using this medicineHeart rhythm changes, such as QT prolongationIncreased risk for infections
• This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or do anything that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you. Stand up slowly. You may feel lightheaded if you get up suddenly from a lying or sitting position.
• You might get overheated while you are taking this medicine. Drink more water during hot weather, and while you exercise.
• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
• Lightheadedness, dizziness, drowsiness, or fainting
• Mood or behavior changes, or thoughts of hurting yourself or others
• Numbness or tingling in your mouth or throat, sores or blisters in your mouth
• Seizures, tremors, or twitching