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Joystiff 400 Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

AMISULPRIDE-400MG

Uses:

SchizophreniaPostoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV)

Medicinal Benefits:

Joystiff 400 Tablet contains Amisulpride, a group of medicines called antipsychotics used to treat a mental illness called schizophrenia, bipolar disorder. Additionally, Joystiff 400 Tablet has anti-emetics properties used either monotherapy or in combination with other antiemetic drugs to prevent nausea and vomiting, which might occur after surgery. The key action of Joystiff 400 Tablet is to block some of the brain's dopamine receptors and correct dopamine's overactivity, thereby producing a calming effect in the brain. Altogether, Joystiff 400 Tablet may help decrease hallucinations and help you think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated and take a more active part in everyday life. 

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Joystiff 400 Tablet contains Amisulpride, which works by modulating certain chemical messengers (dopamine D2) in the brain, which helps regulate mood, behavior, nausea and vomiting.

Joystiff 400 Tablet can be used to treat psychotic disorders like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and depression. However, you should not take this medication without a doctor’s advice.

Joystiff 400 Tablet may affect fertility as it may cause hyperprolactinemia (excessive levels of prolactin hormone in the blood) resulting in amenorrhea (absence of menstrual periods), anovulation (lack of egg release) and impaired fertility.

You are not recommended to stop taking Joystiff 400 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Joystiff 400 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Joystiff 400 Tablet , please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.

Joystiff 400 Tablet is not recommended for dementia (loss of memory or other mental abilities) patients especially in elderly people as it may cause severe adverse effects including stroke. Therefore, it is advised to inform your doctor if you have dementia or history of stroke before taking Joystiff 400 Tablet .

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