Manopine 100mg Tablet belongs to a group of medications called ‘antipsychotics’. It is used in the treatment of bipolar depression, mania and schizophrenia. Bipolar disorder is characterized by manic episodes of excitement or euphoria and depression. Schizophrenia is characterized by symptoms of hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not real) and delusions (wrong beliefs).

Manopine 100mg Tablet contains ‘quetiapine’, which is an antipsychotic drug. It acts by blocking dopamine, a hormone in the brain responsible for developing symptoms of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Manopine 100mg Tablet also affects other neurotransmitters in the brain, such as serotonin, and its beneficial effects may also be related to this. Altogether  Manopine 100mg Tablet rebalances dopamine and serotonin to improve thinking, mood and behaviour.

Manopine 100mg Tablet should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. Common side-effects of Manopine 100mg Tablet are dizziness, drowsiness, headache, dry mouth, abnormal muscle movements such as difficulty moving muscles, tremors and muscle stiffness,  change in cholesterol levels, weight gain, and decrease in haemoglobin (protein in blood that carries oxygen) levels. Additionally, in children and adolescents, swelling of breasts in boys and girls and production of breast milk (due to an increase in prolactin hormone (helps in producing breast milk)) and irregular menstruation can be seen. Please do not stop taking Manopine 100mg Tablet without your doctor’s advice, as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms.

Do not take Manopine 100mg Tablet if you are allergic to quetiapine or any other ingredients present in it. Before taking Manopine 100mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have problems associated with the liver, kidney or heart. Also, inform your doctor if you have any sleeping difficulties. It is not recommended for use in children under 18 years of age. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop suicidal thoughts, or your depression worsens after taking Manopine 100mg Tablet. Manopine 100mg Tablet contains lactose, so it should not be given to people who are intolerant to some sugars. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Manopine 100mg Tablet contains ‘quetiapine’ that belongs to the class of antipsychotics. It works by blocking the dopamine receptors preventing the excessive activity of dopamine. Dopamine is a ‘feel-good hormone’ that promotes happiness, excitement and pleasure. It alters brain function, improving mood, thinking ability and social behaviour. It reduces the development of symptoms in patients with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or other mood disorders. Manopine 100mg Tablet also has effects on other neurotransmitters in the brain, such as serotonin, and its beneficial effects may also be related to this. Altogether  Manopine 100mg Tablet rebalances dopamine and serotonin to improve thinking, mood and behaviour.

Do not take Manopine 100mg Tablet if you are allergic to quetiapine or any ingredients present in it. Before taking Manopine 100mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, stroke, liver problems, seizures, diabetes, dementia (memory loss), alcohol or drug abuse, sleep apnea (a sleep disorder) and urinary retention. Manopine 100mg Tablet contains lactose, so it should not be given to people with lactose intolerance. Do not abruptly stop taking the medication as it may cause withdrawal symptoms, especially suicidal thoughts in young adults.

• Manopine 100mg Tablet may increase blood sugar levels even if you don't have diabetes, especially in patients with schizophrenia. So, it is recommended to immediately inform your doctor if you have symptoms such as increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue or increased appetite.
• If you are having a urine drug screen (an analysis to determine the presence of illegal drugs or drugs that are mostly abused, such as methadone or tricyclic antidepressants in the blood), the test results may show positive when certain test methods are used. A more specific test may be required in such cases.