Generic name:iloperidone [ EYE-loe-PER-i-done ]
Drug class:Atypical antipsychotics
What is Fanapt?
Fanapt is an antipsychotic medication. It works by changing the effects of chemicals in the brain.
Fanapt is used to treat schizophrenia in adults.
Fanapt may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Fanapt is not FDA-approved for use in psychotic conditions related to dementia. Iloperidone may increase the risk of death in older adults with dementia-related psychosis.
While you are taking Fanapt, you may be more sensitive to temperature extremes such as very hot or cold conditions. Avoid getting too cold, or becoming overheated or dehydrated. Drink plenty of fluids, especially in hot weather and during exercise. It is easier to become dangerously overheated and dehydrated while you are taking this medicine.
Fanapt may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert. Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase some of the side effects of this medicine. Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have very stiff (rigid) muscles, high fever, sweating, confusion, fast or uneven heartbeats, tremors, restless muscle movements in your face or neck, tremor (uncontrolled shaking), trouble swallowing, or feeling like you might pass out.
If you have stopped taking this medicine for any reason, talk with your doctor before you start taking it again. You may need to restart the medication at a lower dose.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Fanapt if you are allergic to iloperidone.
Fanapt may increase the risk of death in older adults with dem...
