Sulpitil Description

Schizophrenia is a psychotic illness that is believed to be a result of an imbalance in the brain chemicals, also called neurotransmitters. Most drugs prescribed to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia are designed to try and fix this discrepancy to improve the disturbed thoughts, feelings, and behaviors you may be dealing with.

Sulpitil or generic Sulpiride is not a cure for schizophrenia, but it can be effective for allowing you to deal with the mental and emotional changes you experience and improve your path in life so you are able to return to work, family, and social events. The generic alternative is not manufactured by the company that makes the brand product.

How Sulpitil Works

Dopamine is one of the neurotransmitters that can become unbalanced and cause your symptoms, including hallucinations and delusions. When taken as directed, Sulpitil works by blocking dopamine receptors in your brain that dopamine acts on. By doing so, the excessive activity of dopamine is prevented and your symptoms will be decreased. Treatment for schizophrenia is not quick. It can take at least 2-3 weeks before you notice any positive changes and these changes will increase over time. You should also arrange for therapy so you can learn about how to deal with some of your symptoms and understand them.

Positive, Negative, and Cognitive Symptoms of Schizophrenia Explained

The symptoms of schizophrenia are categorized as positive, negative, and cognitive. Positive, in this case, does not mean good but is the new symptoms that have been added to your personality. These include hallucinations, delusions, odd behavior, and having difficulties carrying a conversation with others. The negative symptoms are not bad but are things that your usual personality has lost, such as finding little pleasure in things you once enjoyed, showing little or no emotion, feeling confused and cannot think straight, failing at school or work and not caring, and you may stop bathing and taking care of yourself or surroundings. The cognitive symptoms are specific changes in your behavior like the inability to make decisions and loss of memory.

Before Sulpitil is Prescribed to You

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or are breast feeding before taking Sulpitil so you are aware of any risks to your unborn or nursing baby. Explain other medical conditions or allergies you have to your doctor and list any OTC and Rx drugs you currently take or use, including alternative or complementary meds, so your doctor can decide if Sulpitil is safe for you to take.

Sulpitil Precautions and Proper Use

You should avoid or moderate the use of alcohol as its effects may be increased if taken with Sulpitil. Do not drive or attempt any tasks that may be unsafe until you know how Sulpitil will affect you. Keep this and other medications out of children’s reach and away from pets. You should not stop, start, or alter your dosage of any meds without talking to your doctor first.

Possible Side Effects of Sulpitil

• Blurry vision
• Increased/decreased libido
• Feeling agitated or confused

If these or other side effects become persistent or bothersome, call your doctor as Sulpitil may need a dosage adjustment.

Drugs Similar to Sulpitil

• Solian
• Zyprexa
• Geodon