Question 1

is latadua 80mg a weight gainer. i've been eating every sweet in site n gained 10lbs in one week.

Accepted Answer

A known side effect!: Latuda, lurasidone hcl, is indicated for the treatment of patients with schizophrenia, and bipolar depression. Known side effects include metabolic changes that result in body weight gain.

Question 2

how is the medication latuda (lurasidone)?

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Use 4 Schiz.: Txmt. for Schizophrenia
LATUDA (lurasidone) is an atypical antipsychotic indicated for the trxmt. of pt's with schizophrenia. Efficacy was established in five 6-week controlled studies of adult pts with schizophrenia. The effectiveness of LATUDA (lurasidone) for longer-term use,  more than 6 wks, has not been established in controlled studies. Therefore, the physician who elects to use LATUDA (lurasidone) for longer use must monitor pt

Question 3

is there a generic for latuda (lurasidone)?

Accepted Answer

No: There are other drugs in that class that are available in generics. Discuss with your doctor.

Question 4

how long does latuda (lurasidone) take to work?

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Depends: Completely depends on what you are taking it for, and if you are a responder.  Please visit with your prescribing psychiatrist for excellent questions like this one.

Question 5

what is peak time and half life of latuda (lurasidone)?

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Latuda (lurasidone) Half Life: The activity of Latuda (lurasidone) is primarily due to the parent drug. The pharmacokinetics of Latuda (lurasidone) is dose-proportional within a total daily dose range of 20 mg to 160 mg. Steady-state concentrations of Latuda (lurasidone) are reached within 7 days of starting Latuda (lurasidone).

Following administration of 40 mg of Latuda (lurasidone), the mean (%CV) elimination half-life was 18 (7) hours.

Absorption and Distribution: Latuda (lurasidone) is absorbed and reaches peak serum concentrations in approximately 1-3 hours. It is estimated that 9-19% of an administered dose is absorbed. Following administration of 40 mg of Latuda (lurasidone), the mean (%CV) apparent volume of distribution was 6173 (17.2) L. Latuda (lurasidone) is highly bound (~99%) to serum proteins.

In a food effect study, Latuda (lurasidone) mean Cmax and AUC were about 3-times and 2-times, respectively, when administered with food compared to the levels observed under fasting conditions. Latuda (lurasidone) exposure was not affected as meal size was increased from 350 to 1000 calories and was independent of meal fat content

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: latuda (lurasidone)?

Accepted Answer

Drug: Latuda (lurasidone) is an antipsychotic drug used to treat schizophrenia.

Question 7

can you tell me what it's like to take the medication latuda (lurasidone)?

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It  can be effective: Latuda is an atypical antipsychotic medication.
Latuda has FDA indications for use with Schizophrenia &amp; for depressive episodes with Bipolar I Disorder. It can be used as monotherapy or as adjunct with lithium or depakote. Really need to take with full meal - can cause nausea.  REF:  http://www.latuda.com/LatudaPrescribingInformation.pdf

Question 8

can i tell me if i have taken latuda, (lurasidone) what has it been like for you?

Accepted Answer

Taking Latuda (lurasidone): Lurasidone  works in the brain to treat schizophrenia. It is also known as a second generation antipsychotic (SGA).  It  rebalances dopamine &amp; serotonin to improve thinking, mood, &amp; behavior.  Reduces Symptoms of schizo.  Hallucinations &amp; Delusions- beliefs that are not true.  
Latuda increase the risk of wt. gain, high blood sugar, &amp; increase hemoglobin A1c . MD must check blood.

Question 9

i've been prescibed latuda and i can't afford it my insurance doesn't cover it. will lithium work as good as latuda?

Accepted Answer

Don't know what: you are being treated for. Latuda is FDA approved for the treatment of Bipolar I Depression and Schizoprhenia. Lithium is approved for use of manic episodes of Bipolar Disorder. Effect is likely to be different depending on what is it being used for.

Question 10

my first two days on latuda (lurasidone) i just took it with a sandwich one day and a banna the other, is it like i wasted 2 pills?

Accepted Answer

Up to 2 weeks: Hopefully the small amount of food was enough to get most of it absorbed. Just continue as prescribed w/ 350+ calorie meals. Let your provider know effects at 1 week, then wait - It can take 2 wks. Relax - be patient - it's probably going to be better soon. It's good that you care, but don't worry. Perhaps the dose will be raised if you call. Best wishes!

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Is latadua 80mg a weight gainer. i've been eating every sweet in site n gained 10lbs in one week.

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How is the medication latuda (lurasidone)?

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Is there a generic for latuda (lurasidone)?

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How long does latuda (lurasidone) take to work?

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What is peak time and half life of latuda (lurasidone)?

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What is the definition or description of: latuda (lurasidone)?

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Can you tell me what it's like to take the medication latuda (lurasidone)?

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Can i tell me if i have taken latuda, (lurasidone) what has it been like for you?

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I've been prescibed latuda and i can't afford it my insurance doesn't cover it. will lithium work as good as latuda?

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My first two days on latuda (lurasidone) i just took it with a sandwich one day and a banna the other, is it like i wasted 2 pills?

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