Latuda

Latuda (lurasidone) is a prescription medication used to treat Schizophrenia, bipolar depression. An oral once-daily antipsychotic used for schizophrenia and depression linked to bipolar disorder.

Balances dopamine and serotonin activity in the brain to improve mood and thinking symptoms.

Commonly reported side effects of Latuda include Sleepiness, Restlessness, Nausea, Movement problems, and Increased death risk in elderly with dementia. This is not a complete list — tell your doctor or pharmacist about any side effects you experience.

Yes. Latuda carries an FDA Boxed Warning — the agency's most serious safety warning. Read the full prescribing information and talk to your doctor about the risks before starting or changing treatment.

The active ingredient in Latuda is lurasidone, which belongs to a class of medicines known as Atypical Antipsychotic.

Latuda is manufactured by Sunovion (Sumitomo). It was first approved in 2010.

You may be able to lower the cost of Latuda by using a free pharmacy discount card or by comparing prices across pharmacies before you fill your prescription. Savings vary by pharmacy and location.