Orap - Pimozide - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Orap.
• Orap
• PIM-oh-zide

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication exactly as prescribed.
• Do not take this more often or increase your dose without consulting your doctor.
• Your condition will not improve any faster and the risk of serious side effects will be increased.
• Your dose may be slowly and gradually increased or decreased at times to see if the tics continue.
• Follow any changes in dosing carefully.
• Do not stop taking this drug suddenly if you have been taking this for some time.
• Your dose should be gradually reduced over time.
• Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice at any time while using this medication unless your doctor instructs you otherwise.

Orap Miscellaneous Notes

• Laboratory tests may be done periodically while taking this medication to monitor the effects.
• See your doctor regularly.

Possible Side Effects

• Dry mouth, drowsiness, headache, stomach upset, change in appetite, or sleeplessness may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication.
• Blurred vision, change in sex drive, nervousness, muscle cramps, behavior changes, or menstrual changes may also occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• Notify your doctor immediately of.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Try to take each dose at the scheduled time.
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose up.

Orap Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Read Before Using Orap (precautions)

• This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
• Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication works in the nervous system to help control involuntary or unconscious movements (tics) both physical and verbal.
• It is used to reduce tics in persons with Tourette's Disorder.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• This drug should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include weakness, fatigue, dizziness, decreased sexual ability, numbness, drowsiness, irregular heartbeat, and seizures.