Clozapine
Ayupil contains the active substance clozapine.
Ayupil belongs to a group of medicines called antipsychotics (also called neuroleptics) (medicines used to treat certain mental disorders, such as psychoses).
Ayupil is used to treat patients with schizophrenia who do not respond to treatment with other medicines. Schizophrenia is a mental illness that causes disturbances in thinking, emotions, and behavior.
Ayupil should only be used to treat patients who have already taken at least two different antipsychotic medicines, including one from the group of new atypical antipsychotic medicines indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia, and who did not respond to these medicines or experienced severe side effects that could not be controlled.
Ayupil is also used to treat severe thought, emotional, and behavioral disorders in patients with Parkinson's disease who do not respond to treatment with other medicines.
with the exception of cases of low white blood cell count in the blood related to previous chemotherapy
If any of the above points apply to the patient, they should tell their doctor and not take Ayupil.
Ayupil should not be taken by patients who are unconscious or in a coma.
Before the patient starts taking Ayupil, they should tell their doctor if they have or have had:
The patient should immediately tell their doctor before taking the next dose of Ayupil if they:
Before starting treatment with Ayupil, the doctor will take a medical history and order blood tests to confirm a normal white blood cell count. This is important because the patient's body needs white blood cells to fight infections.
If the patient currently experiences dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting, or if the medicine or Ayupil causes such symptoms, they should change positions carefully from sitting or lying down, as these symptoms may increase the risk of falls.
If the patient needs to undergo surgery or is immobilized for a longer period, they should discuss the use of Ayupil with their doctor.
There is a risk of thrombosis (blood clotting in the veins).
Patients under 16 years should not take Ayupil, as there is limited data on the use of the medicine in this age group.
In elderly patients (60 years and older), the following side effects may occur more frequently during treatment with Ayupil: fainting or lightheadedness when changing positions, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, difficulty urinating, and constipation.
The patient should tell their doctor if they have a condition called dementia.
The patient should tell their doctor or pharmacist about all medicines they are currently taking, have recently taken, or plan to take, as well as over-the-counter medicines and herbal medicines. It may be necessary to change the dosage of the medicines or change the medicines.
Ayupil should not be taken with medicines that suppress normal bone marrow function and (or) reduce the number of white blood cells produced by the body, such as:
These medicines increase the risk of developing agranulocytosis (lack of white blood cells).
Taking Ayupil with other medicines may affect the action of Ayupil and (or) other medicines. The patient should tell their doctor if they plan to take, are taking (even if the treatment is ending), or have recently stopped taking the following medicines:
The above list is not exhaustive. The doctor or pharmacist has more information about medicines that should be taken with caution with Ayupil or should be avoided during treatment with Ayupil, and they know whether the medicine belongs to the listed groups. The patient should ask them about it.
The patient should not drink alcohol while taking Ayupil.
The patient should tell their doctor if they smoke and how often they drink caffeinated beverages (coffee, tea, cola). Sudden changes in smoking or caffeine consumption habits may also change the effects of Ayupil.
If the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding, thinks they may be pregnant, or plans to have a child, they should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. The doctor will discuss the benefits and possible risks of taking the medicine during pregnancy with the patient.
The patient should immediately tell their doctor if they become pregnant while taking Ayupil.
In newborns of mothers taking antipsychotic medicines in the last trimester of pregnancy (the last three months of their pregnancy), the following symptoms may occur: trembling, stiffness, and (or) muscle weakness, drowsiness, agitation, breathing difficulties, and feeding disorders. If the child develops these symptoms, the patient should contact their doctor.
Some women taking antipsychotic medicines may have irregular periods or may not have them at all. When switching from another medicine to Ayupil, normal menstruation may return. Therefore, women of childbearing age should use effective contraception.
The patient should not breastfeed while taking Ayupil. Clozapine, the active substance of Ayupil, may pass into breast milk and affect the baby.
Ayupil may cause drowsiness, dizziness, and seizures, especially during the initial treatment period. The patient should not drive vehicles or operate machinery if they experience these symptoms.
Ayupil 12.5 mg contains 1.55 mg of aspartame in each tablet, which corresponds to 18 mg/g.
Ayupil 25 mg contains 3.10 mg of aspartame in each tablet, which corresponds to 18 mg/g.
Ayupil 100 mg contains 12.4 mg of aspartame in each tablet, which corresponds to 18 mg/g.
Ayupil 200 mg contains 24.8 mg of aspartame in each tablet, which corresponds to 18 mg/g.
Aspartame is a source of phenylalanine. It may be harmful to patients with phenylketonuria. This is a rare genetic disorder in which phenylalanine accumulates in the body due to its improper elimination.
In order to minimize the risk of low blood pressure, seizures, and drowsiness, it is necessary for the doctor to gradually increase the doses of Ayupil. Ayupil should always be taken according to the doctor's instructions. If the patient has any doubts, they should consult their doctor or pharmacist.
It is very important not to change the dose or stop taking Ayupil without consulting the doctor first. The patient should continue treatment for as long as the doctor recommends. In patients over 60 years old, the doctor may start treatment with smaller doses and gradually increase them, as it is more likely that they will experience certain side effects (see section 2 Important information before taking Ayupil).
If the prescribed dose cannot be achieved with the available strength of the medicine, another strength of the medicine is available on the market, which will allow the required dose to be achieved.
The recommended initial dose is 12.5 mg once or twice a day on the first day, and then 25 mg once or twice a day on the second day.
Do not open the blister or bottle until you are ready to take the medicine. Immediately after opening the blister or bottle, take out the tablet with dry hands and place the entire orally disintegrating tablet on the tongue. The tablet will quickly dissolve in the saliva. The orally disintegrating tablet can be taken with or without a liquid.
If the treatment is well tolerated, the doctor may then gradually increase the daily dose by 25 mg to 50 mg over 2-3 weeks to achieve a target dose of 300 mg per day. Then, if necessary, the daily dose can be further increased by 50 mg to 100 mg at intervals of 3 to 4 days or, preferably, once a week.
The effective daily dose is usually between 200 mg and 450 mg, divided into several single doses. Some patients may need higher doses. The maximum daily dose is 900 mg. At doses above 450 mg per day, it is possible to exacerbate some side effects (especially seizures). The patient should always take the smallest effective dose of the medicine. Most patients take part of the dose in the morning and part in the evening. The doctor will explain how to divide the daily dose. If the daily dose is only 200 mg, the patient can take it as a single dose in the evening. If the patient has been taking Ayupil for some time with good results, the doctor may try to reduce the dose. The patient should take Ayupil for at least 6 months.
The recommended initial dose is 12.5 mg in the evening.
Do not open the blister or bottle until you are ready to take the medicine. Immediately after opening the blister or bottle, take out the tablet with dry hands and place the entire orally disintegrating tablet on the tongue. The tablet will quickly dissolve in the saliva. The orally disintegrating tablet can be taken with or without a liquid.
Then, the doctor will gradually increase the dose by 12.5 mg, no faster than twice a week, to achieve a maximum dose of 50 mg per day by the end of the second week. If the patient experiences fainting, lightheadedness, or confusion, the dose increase should be delayed or suspended. To avoid these symptoms, the patient's blood pressure should be checked in the first weeks of treatment.
The effective daily dose is usually between 25 mg and 37.5 mg, taken as a single dose in the evening.
Taking doses higher than 50 mg per day should only be done in exceptional cases. The maximum daily dose is 100 mg. The patient should always take the smallest effective dose of the medicine.
If the patient takes a higher dose of Ayupil than recommended or takes the medicine by mistake, they should immediately contact their doctor or go to the nearest hospital.
Symptoms of overdose include: drowsiness, fatigue, lack of energy, loss of consciousness, coma, confusion, delirium, agitation, hallucinations, stiffness of the limbs, trembling of the hands, seizures, excessive salivation, dilated pupils, blurred vision, low blood pressure, shock, rapid or irregular heartbeat, shallow breathing or difficulty breathing.
If the patient misses a dose, they should take it as soon as possible. However, they should not take the medicine if it is almost time for the next dose. In this case, they should take the next dose at the usual time. The patient should not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose. If the patient forgets to take Ayupil for 48 hours or more, they should immediately contact their doctor.
The patient should not stop taking Ayupil without consulting their doctor, as withdrawal reactions may occur. These include: sweating, headache, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. If the patient experiences any of these symptoms, they should immediately tell their doctor. After these symptoms, more severe side effects may occur if the patient does not receive immediate treatment. The symptoms of the disease may also return. To stop treatment, it is recommended to gradually reduce the dose by 12.5 mg over 1 to 2 weeks.
The doctor will advise the patient on how to reduce the dose of Ayupil. If it is necessary to stop taking Ayupil immediately, the patient should consult their doctor.
If the doctor decides to restart treatment with Ayupil and the patient has taken the last dose of Ayupil more than 2 days ago, the initial dose will be 12.5 mg.
If the patient has any further doubts about taking this medicine, they should consult their doctor or pharmacist.
Like all medicines, Ayupil can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Very commonside effects (affect more than 1 in 10 people):
Commonside effects (affect less than 1 in 10 people):
Uncommonside effects (affect less than 1 in 100 people):
Rareside effects (affect less than 1 in 1,000 people):
Rare(affect less than 1 in 1,000 people) or very rareside effects (may affect less than 1 in 10,000 people):
Very rareside effects (affect less than 1 in 10,000 people):
Frequency not knownside effects (frequency cannot be estimated from the available data):
If any of the above points apply to the patient, they should tell their doctor before taking the next dose of Ayupil.
Very commonside effects (affect more than 1 in 10 people):
Commonside effects (affect less than 1 in 10 people):
Uncommonside effects (affect less than 1 in 100 people):
Rareside effects (affect less than 1 in 1,000 people):
Very rareside effects (affect less than 1 in 10,000 people):
Frequency not known(frequency cannot be estimated from the available data):
In elderly patients with dementia, treated with antipsychotic medicines, there is a slightly increased risk of death compared to patients not taking antipsychotic medicines.
If the patient experiences any side effects, including any side effects not listed in the leaflet, they should tell their doctor or pharmacist. Side effects can be reported directly to the Department of Drug Safety Monitoring of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices, and Biocidal Products, Al. Jerozolimskie 181C, 02-222 Warsaw, tel.: +48 22 49 21 301, fax: +48 22 49 21 309, e-mail: ndl@urpl.gov.pl
Side effects can also be reported to the marketing authorization holder.
By reporting side effects, it will be possible to gather more information on the safety of the medicine.
The medicine should be stored out of sight and reach of children.
Ayupil should not be taken after the expiry date stated on the blister and carton.
The expiry date refers to the last day of the month stated.
There are no special precautions for storage.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. The patient should ask their pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer needed. This will help protect the environment.
12.5 mg, orally disintegrating tablets
25 mg, orally disintegrating tablets
100 mg, orally disintegrating tablets
200 mg, orally disintegrating tablets
12.5 mg orally disintegrating tablets
Ayupil 12.5 mg yellow, round, flat orally disintegrating tablets with a diameter of approximately 6.5
mm. The tablets have the inscription "C7PN" on one side and "12.5" on the other.
25 mg orally disintegrating tablets
Ayupil 25 mg yellow, round, flat orally disintegrating tablets with a diameter of approximately 8
mm. The tablets have the inscription "C7PN" on one side and "25" on the other.
100 mg orally disintegrating tablets
Ayupil 100 mg yellow, round, flat orally disintegrating tablets with a diameter of approximately 13
mm. The tablets have the inscription "C7PN" on one side and "100" on the other.
200 mg orally disintegrating tablets
Ayupil 200 mg yellow, round, flat orally disintegrating tablets with a diameter of approximately 16
mm. The tablets have the inscription "C7PN" on one side and "200" on the other.
12.5 mg orally disintegrating tablets
PVC/PVDC/Aluminium foil blisters are available in boxes containing 7, 10, 14, 20, 28, 30, 40,
50, 56, 60, 84, 90, 98, 100, 250, 300 or 500 tablets.
Single-dose PVC/PVDC/Aluminium foil blisters are available in boxes containing 7, 10,
14, 20, 28, 30, 40, 50, 56, 60, 84, 90, 98, 100, 250, 300 or 500 tablets.
HDPE bottles containing 250 or 500 tablets are available.
25 mg orally disintegrating tablets
PVC/PVDC/Aluminium foil blisters are available in boxes containing 7, 10, 14, 20, 28, 30, 40,
50, 56, 60, 84, 90, 98, 100, 250, 300 or 500 tablets.
Single-dose PVC/PVDC/Aluminium foil blisters are available in boxes containing 7, 10,
14, 20, 28, 30, 40, 50, 56, 60, 84, 90, 98, 100, 250, 300 or 500 tablets.
HDPE bottles containing 250 or 500 tablets are available.
100 mg orally disintegrating tablets
PVC/PVDC/Aluminium foil blisters are available in boxes containing 7, 10, 14, 20, 28, 30, 40,
50, 56, 60, 84, 90, 98, 100, 250, 300 or 500 tablets.
Single-dose PVC/PVDC/Aluminium foil blisters are available in boxes containing 7, 10,
14, 20, 28, 30, 40, 50, 56, 60, 84, 90, 98, 100, 250, 300 or 500 tablets.
HDPE bottles containing 250 or 500 tablets are available.
200 mg orally disintegrating tablets
PVC/PVDC/Aluminium foil blisters are available in boxes containing 7, 10, 14, 20, 28, 30, 40,
50, 56, 60, 84, 90, 98, 100, 250, 300 or 500 tablets.
Single-dose PVC/PVDC/Aluminium foil blisters are available in boxes containing 7, 10,
14, 20, 28, 30, 40, 50, 56, 60, 84, 90, 98, 100, 250, 300 or 500 tablets.
HDPE bottles containing 250 or 275 tablets are available.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Synthon BV
Microweg 22
6545 CM Nijmegen
Netherlands
Synthon BV
Microweg 22
6545 CM Nijmegen
Netherlands
Synthon Hispania S.L.
C/ Castelló, nº1
Pol. Las Salinas
Sant Boi de Llobregat
08830 Barcelona
Spain
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