Amisulpride
Amisulpride, available as the brand Solian, is an antipsychotic medicine used to treat schizophrenia. This single-product catalogue contains one listed formulation of the ingredient, in tablet form.
Key points
- The tablet is available in two strengths: 50mg and 100mg.
- It works by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain, a chemical messenger.
- Solian is the originator brand, developed by Sanofi-Aventis.
Common questions about Amisulpride
What is the difference between the 50mg and 100mg tablets?
Both tablets contain the same active ingredient, Amisulpride. The difference is the amount of medicine in each tablet, and a prescriber chooses the strength based on the person’s condition and response to treatment.
Is generic amisulpride the same as Solian?
Generic amisulpride contains the same active ingredient as the originator brand Solian, which was developed by Sanofi-Aventis. Both the brand-name and generic versions are listed as tablets in the same two strengths.
