Secuado
Secuado 30 Patch 24 Hour
What is Secuado?
Secuado® is a transdermal patch formulation of asenapine, an atypical antipsychotic medication used for the treatment of schizophrenia. This innovative delivery system provides consistent medication levels throughout the day, potentially improving adherence and minimizing certain side effects associated with oral forms of this medication. Secuado® is specifically designed for ease of use and to enhance the patient's quality of life by reducing the burden of daily pill intake.Side Effects
- 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
Warnings
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, 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, including 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 using 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.
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- 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
- Jerky muscle movement you cannot control (often in your face, tongue, or jaw), problems with balance or walking
- 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
- Sweating, confusion, muscle stiffness, tremors, or twitching
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, 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, including 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 using 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.
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Secuado 30 Patch 24 Hour
What is Secuado ?
Secuado® is a transdermal patch formulation of asenapine, an atypical antipsychotic medication used for the treatment of schizophrenia. This innovative delivery system provides consistent medication levels throughout the day, potentially improving adherence and minimizing certain side effects associated with oral forms of this medication. Secuado® is specifically designed for ease of use and to enhance the patient's quality of life by reducing the burden of daily pill intake.
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