Asenapine

Uses

Asenapine is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.

How it Works

How Asenapine works Asenapine is an atypical antipsychotic. It functions by modulating the activity of specific chemical messengers in the brain that influence thoughts.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Asenapine include abnormal involuntary movements, akathisia (inability to stay still), anxiety, dizziness, dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions), increased saliva production, nausea, parkinsonism, sleepiness, taste changes, and weight gain.

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