Solian

What Solian is and what it is used for

Solian contains a medicine called amisulpride. This belongs to a group of medicines called ‘anti-psychotics’. It is used to treat an illness called schizophrenia. Schizophrenia can make you feel, see or hear things which do not exist, have strange and frightening thoughts, change how you act, and make you feel alone. Sometimes people with these symptoms may also feel tense, anxious or depressed. Solian works by improving disturbed thoughts, feelings and behaviour. It is used to treat schizophrenia when it starts and also over the long term

How to take Solian

Always take Solian exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. Taking this medicine
• Take this medicine by mouth
• Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water. Do not chew your tablets
• Take before a meal
• If you feel the effect of your medicine is too weak or too strong, do not change the dose yourself, but ask your doctor How much to take The amount of Solian you take will depend on your illness. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully. Adults
• The usual dose is between 50mg and 800mg each day
• Your doctor may start you on a lower dose if necessary
• If necessary your doctor can prescribe up to 1200mg each day

Possible side effects

Like all medicines, Solian can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Stop taking Solian and see a doctor or go to a hospital straight away if:

Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)
• You have an unusual heart rate.

Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)
• You have an allergic reaction. The signs may include: an itchy, lumpy rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue.
• You have a fit (seizure).
• You get more infections than usual. This could be because of a blood disorder (agranulocytosis) or a decrease in the number of white blood cells (leukopenia or neutropenia).

Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1000 people)
• You have a high temperature, sweating, stiff muscles, fast heartbeat, fast breathing and feel confused, drowsy or agitated. These could be the symptoms of a serious but rare side effect called ‘neuroleptic malignant syndrome’
• You have a very fast heart rate or chest pain which could result in a heart attack or life-threatening heart disorder.
• You have blood clots in the veins especially in the legs (symptoms include swelling, pain and redness in the leg), which may travel through blood vessels to the lungs causing chest pain and difficulty in breathing. If you notice any of these symptoms seek medical advice immediately. Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you have any of the following side effects: Very

Common (may affect more than 1 in 10 people)
• Trembling, muscle stiffness or spasm, slow movement, producing more saliva than usual or feeling restless.

Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)
• Movements that you cannot control, mainly of the arms and legs (These symptoms can be reduced if your doctor lowers your dose of Solian or prescribes an additional medicine)

Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)
• Movements that you cannot control, mainly of the face or tongue

How to Store Solian

Keep this medicine in a safe place where children cannot see or reach it. Do not use Solian after the expiry date which is stated on the carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Do not use Solian if you notice that the tablets become discoloured. Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.