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May 27, 2012

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Schizophrenia is a chronic, severe, debilitating mental illness that affects about 1% of the population, more than 2 million people in the United States alone.
With the sudden onset of severe psychotic symptoms, the individual is said to be experiencing acute schizophrenia. Psychotic means out of touch with reality or unable to separate real from unreal experiences.
There is no known single cause of schizophrenia. As discussed later, it appears that genetic factors produce a vulnerability to schizophrenia, with environmental factors contributing to different degrees in different individuals.
There are a number of various treatments for schizophrenia. Given the complexity of schizophrenia, the major questions about this disorder (its cause or causes, prevention, and treatment) are unlikely to be resolved in the near future. The public should beware of those offering "t...

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Saphris Drug Center

Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP

Prescribing Information

For Patients

Saphris Overview

Saphris (asenapine) is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). It is a psychiatric medication in the class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, numbness of the mouth, and weight gain.

Saphris is a sublingual (under the tongue) tablet. Dosage is individualized to the patient's need and response to treatment. The usual dose ranges from 5 to 10 mg taken twice daily. Saphris may interact with alpha blockers, anticholinergic/antispasmodic drugs, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, amiodarone, dofetilide, pimozide, procainamide, quinidine, sotalol, antibiotics, alcohol, antihistamines, theophylline, tramadol, antidepressants, drugs for sleep or anxiety, muscle relaxants, and narcotics. Check labels of allergy or cough-and-cold products for ingredients that cause drowsiness. Tell your doctor all medications you are taking. During pregnancy, Saphris should be used only when prescribed. Babies born to mothers who have used this drug during the last 3 months of pregnancy may develop symptoms including muscle stiffness or shakiness, drowsiness, feeding/breathing difficulties, or constant crying. If you notice these symptoms in your newborn during their first month, tell the doctor. It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

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What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Saphris Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

SAPHRIS® (asenapine) Structural Formula Illustration

Schizophrenia

SAPHRIS is indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia. The efficacy of SAPHRIS was established in two 6-week trials and one maintenance trial in adults [see Clinical Studies].

Bipolar Disorder

Monotherapy

SAPHRIS is indicated for the acute treatment of manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar I disorder. Efficacy was established in two 3-week monotherapy trials in adults [see Clinical Studies].

Adjunctive Therapy

SAPHRIS is indicated as adjunctive therapy with either lithium or valproate...

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What is Saphris Prescribing Information?

Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More

What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Saphris Consumer Information: Uses

This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). Asenapine helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It may also help to decrease hallucinations (hearing/seeing things that are not there) and prevent severe mood swings. Asenapine is a psychiatric medication that belongs to the class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain.

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