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Brand Saphris 5 mg Tablets from Canada

The brand Saphris 5 mg comes from Canada manufactured Organon. It is available in the quantity of 60, 120, and 180 sublingual tablets.

Saphris (Asenapine) Information

Saphris, which contains the active ingredient asenapine, is an atypical antipsychotic medication. It is used for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults and for the acute treatment of manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar I disorder in both adults and pediatric patients aged 10–17 years. In some cases, saphris may be used as part of long-term maintenance therapy to help prevent relapse of bipolar symptoms. Unlike many other antipsychotic formulations, saphris dissolves under the tongue (sublingually), allowing the medicine to be absorbed quickly without being swallowed. This route of administration is beneficial for individuals who have difficulty swallowing tablets or who need rapid symptom control. Saphris is generally taken twice daily.

The mechanism of action for asenapine involves adjusting the activity of several neurotransmitters in the brain, particularly dopamine and serotonin, which influence mood, perception, and behavior. Asenapine works by blocking a variety of dopamine (D2) and serotonin (5-HT2) receptors, which helps reduce hallucinations, disorganized thinking, severe mood shifts, and agitation. It also interacts with other receptors involved in mood and cognition, contributing to its broader stabilizing effects in bipolar and psychotic disorders. Sublingual absorption helps avoid significant first-pass metabolism, resulting in more predictable effects.

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Do I need a prescription to order Saphris 5 mg ?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Saphris 5 mg.