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Ziiquit 100mg Tablet

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION Ziiquit 100mg Tablet

Ziiquit 100mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania. It is also used to treat bipolar disorders.

Ziiquit 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness or seizures.

Some common side effects of this medicine include decreased hemoglobin levels in the blood, increased triglycerides level in blood, decreased cholesterol level in blood, headache, extrapyramidal symptoms, dry mouth, and withdrawal symptoms. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may increase your weight but, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.

You should be cautious while using this medicine as it may increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is better to monitor glucose regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.

USES OF ZIIQUIT TABLET

BENEFITS OF ZIIQUIT TABLET

In Treatment of Mania

Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Ziiquit 100mg Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Ziiquit 100mg Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.

In Treatment of Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Ziiquit 100mg Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ZIIQUIT TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ziiquit

Weight gain
Constipation
Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Fatigue
High blood pressure
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Sleepiness
Dyslipidemia
Increased appetite

HOW TO USE ZIIQUIT TABLET

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ziiquit 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW ZIIQUIT TABLET WORKS

Ziiquit 100mg Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ZIIQUIT TABLET?

If you miss a dose of Ziiquit 100mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQs

Q. What does Ziiquit 100mg Tablet do to the brain?

Ziiquit 100mg Tablet helps to correct chemical imbalances in the brain. It acts on various chemical messengers in the brain like dopamine and serotonin. It prevents the excessive activity of dopamine, helping to treat symptoms of schizophrenia and mania.

Q. Is Ziiquit 100mg Tablet a sleeping pill?

Ziiquit 100mg Tablet can make you feel sleepy, but it is not used as a sleeping pill. Ziiquit 100mg Tablet is approved for the treatment of symptoms of schizophrenia. It prevents as well as treats episodes of mania and depression in bipolar disorder. It is also used with other medicines to treat depression.

Q. How long does Ziiquit 100mg Tablet take to work?

You may start seeing an improvement within a week of starting Ziiquit 100mg Tablet but full benefits may take about 4-6 weeks to appear.

Q. Is Ziiquit 100mg Tablet good for anxiety?

Ziiquit 100mg Tablet has not been approved for the treatment of anxiety; however, your doctor may prescribe it for anxiety. Some studies suggest its use in post-traumatic stress disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and anxiety associated with mood disorders.