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Rexulti: Side Effects, Dosage, Alternatives, and More

Recommended Dosage for Rexulti

Certain factors may affect the dosage of Rexulti. These include other drugs you are taking, your body’s responses to the medications, the condition you want to treat with Rexulti, possible side effects, and your medical history of other diseases.

To treat depression, you should take Rexulti one time per day, typically with another medication. Your healthcare provider tends to suggest a low dose and monitor how your body responds. After several weeks, the dosage may be increased gradually. The maximum dosage should be 3 milligrams per day.

To treat schizophrenia, a low dosage of Rexulti should be taken one time per day from day 1 to day 4 of treatment. From day 5 onwards, the dosage may be increased. The maximum dosage should be 4 milligrams per day. [6]

How to Take Rexulti

It is important to follow the instructions of your doctor when taking Rexulti. In general, you should take the medication orally once per day. Since the manufacturer does not state exactly the best time to take it, you can take it at any time during the day. Use a reminder to avoid missing a dose. Rexulti can be taken alone or with food. You should swallow the whole pill. Do not chew, crush, or cut it in half. [7]