What is adasuve used for?

What is adasuve used for?

Adasuve is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of agitation associated with Schizophrenia and Bipolar I disorder. Adasuve may be used alone or with other medications. Adasuve belongs to a class of drugs called Antipsychotics, 1st Generation.

Is loxapine an atypical antipsychotic?

Loxapine, although classified as a conventional antipsychotic, at low doses (<50 mg/day) may be considered as an atypical one [13,18].

Who makes adasuve?

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (NYSE:TEVA) announced today the commercial launch of ADASUVE® (loxapine) inhalation powder 10 mg, the first and only orally inhaled medicine for the acute treatment of agitation associated with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder in adults.

Is Loxapine a sedating?

Loxapine can cause sedation, which may mask the signs of bronchospasm.

How does Loxapine make you feel?

Drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, constipation, dry mouth, weight gain, or blurred vision may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Dizziness and lightheadedness can increase the risk of falling.

Is loxapine available in the US?

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved loxapine inhalation powder for the acute treatment of agitation associated with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder in adults.

When was loxapine approved?

Approval Date: 12/21/2012.

How does loxapine make you feel?

Does loxapine work immediately?

It may take 2-3 months before you get the full benefit of loxapine.

Is loxapine a sedating?

What does loxapine do to the brain?

Loxapine is used to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia (a mental illness that causes disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions). Loxapine is in a group of medications called conventional antipsychotics. It works by decreasing abnormal excitement in the brain.

What is the brand name for loxapine?

BRAND NAME(S): Loxitane.