Secuado (transdermal)
Generic name:asenapine (transdermal) [ a-SEN-a-peen ]
Drug class:Atypical antipsychotics
What is Secuado transdermal?
Secuado (skin patch) is an antipsychotic medicine that is used to treat schizophrenia in adults.
Secuado may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use Secuado if you are allergic to it, or if you have severe liver disease.
Secuado is not approved for use in older adults with dementia-related psychosis.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Secuado if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
severe liver disease.
Secuado may increase the risk of death in older adults with dementia-related psychosis and is not approved for this use.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
heart problems;
a heart attack or stroke;
diabetes (Secuado may raise your blood sugar);
a seizure;
liver disease;
trouble swallowing;
low white blood cell (WBC) counts; or
long QT syndrome (in you or a family member).
Using antipsychotic medicine in the last 3 months of pregnancy may cause breathing problems, feeding problems, or withdrawal symptoms in the newborn. If you get pregnant, tell your doctor right away. Do not stop using Secuado without your doctor's advice.
It may not be safe to breastfeed while using Secuado. Ask your doctor about any risk.
Secuado is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I use Secuado transdermal?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Do not take by mouth. Transdermal medicine is for use only on the skin.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.
Apply the patch to clean, dry, and hairless skin on your stomach, hip, or the outer part of your upper arm. Press the patch firmly into place. You may leave the patch on while showering.
Remove the skin patch after 24 hours and r...
