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Lurasidone

Atypical antipsychotic for schizophrenia and bipolar depression

Lurasidone (Latuda) is used for schizophrenia and bipolar depression. Must be taken with food (≥350 calories) to absorb properly.

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We dispense 20, 40, 60, 80, and 120 mg.

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Available by prescription only.

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Available by prescription only.

Forms and strengths

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Strengths, dosage forms, brands, or package entries may vary. Your prescription label and pharmacist counselling are the instructions to follow.

Brand / GenericStrengthFormDINRecord
Latuda
Lurasidone
40mgTabletActive
COMMON QUESTIONS

Questions
Lurasidone Questions

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Yes — at least 350 calories. Without food, absorption drops by half.
A feeling of restlessness can develop. Tell the prescriber.
Generally less weight and metabolic effect than some other atypicals.

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