Lurasidone
Latuda (lurasidone) is a prescription atypical antipsychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia and depressive episodes associated with bipolar I disorder in adults and adolescents.
Latuda is an antipsychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar depression by helping restore chemical balance in the brain.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1040032
- Generic
- Latuda
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Latuda is FDA-approved for treating schizophrenia in adults and adolescents ages 13-17, as well as for treating major depressive episodes associated with bipolar I disorder (bipolar depression) in adults.
As an atypical antipsychotic, Latuda works by blocking dopamine D2 receptors and serotonin 5-HT2A receptors in the brain, helping to reduce psychotic symptoms and improve mood.
Latuda is taken orally once daily, preferably with food (at least 350 calories) to ensure proper absorption. Common side effects may include drowsiness, restlessness, nausea, and weight changes. Regular monitoring of blood sugar and cholesterol levels may be recommended during treatment. Elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis should not use this medication.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed July 26, 2026. · Read our editorial policy