Thorazine (Chlorpromazine)
Generic name: Chlorpromazine
Brand names: Chlorpromazine
What is/are Thorazine/Chlorpromazine Tablets?
Thorazine has many different applications. It is used to heal certain mental and behavioral disorders. This pill is also taken to control nausea and vomiting, nervousness before surgery, and hiccups that will not go away. It is also used to heal episodes of porphyria and in combination with other specific to remedy tetanus. This remedy may be used for other objective; ask your pediatrician if you have questions.
What should I speak to my health care provider before I take this specific?
They need to know if you have any of these disorders:
- blood disorders or sickness
- dementia
- frequently drink alcoholic beverages
- liver sickness
- Parkinson’s sickness
- Reye’s syndrome
- uncontrollable movement disorder
- an unusual or allergic reaction to chlorpromazine, sulfa drugs, other drug, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- breast-feeding
How should I use this drug?
Use this medicine by mouth with a tumbler of water. Follow the information on the prescription label. Use your doses at regular intervals. Do not use your remedy more often than directed. Do not stop taking this pharmaceutical suddenly. This can cause nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. Ask your nurse for recommendation if you are to stop using this drug.
inform your pediatrician regarding the use of this pill in children. Special treatment may be needed. While this pharmaceutical may be prescribed for children as young as 6 months for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage:
If you think you have used too much of this pharmaceutical contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
Note: This pharmaceutical is only for you. Do not share this remedy with others.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What may interact with this medicine?
Do not take this pharmaceutical with any of the following:
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- gatifloxacin
- grepafloxacin
- sparfloxacin
- chloroquin
- cisapride
- clozapine
- droperidol
- ephedrine
- levomethadyl
- maprotiline
– drug for mental depression.
This drug may also interact with the following:
– barbiturate remedy for inducing sleep or treatment seizures, like phenobarbital diuretics local and general anesthetics phenytoin prescription pain specific warfarin.
This list may not report all possible interactions. Give your doctor a catalogue of all the specifics, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also report to them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your pharmaceutical.
What side effects may I eye from this pharmaceutical?
Side effects that you should report to your pediatrician as soon as possible:
- allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
- breast enlargement in men or women
- breast milk in women who are not breast-feeding
- breathing problems
- changes in vision
- chest pain
- confusion, drooling, restlessness
- dark urine
- fast, irregular heartbeat
- feeling faint or lightheaded, falls fever, chills, sore throat seizures stomach area pain
- uncontrollable movements of the eyes, mouth, head, arms, legs
- unusual bleeding, bruising
- unusually weak ot tired
- yellowing of skin or eyes
Side effects that usually do not need medical attention (tell your physician if they continue or are bothersome):
- change in sex drive or performance
- headache
- trouble passing urine
- trouble sleeping
What should I watch for while using this pharmaceutical?
Visit your health care provider for regular checks on your progress.
You may get drowsy, dizzy, or have blurred vision. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol can increase possible dizziness or drowsiness. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
This drug can diminish the response of your body to heat or cold. Try not to get overheated. Avoid temperature extremes, such as saunas, hot tubs, or very hot or cold baths or showers. Dress warmly in cold weather.
This pill can make you more sensitive to the sun. Store out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/booths.
Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water may help. Contact your pediatrician if the problem does not go away or is severe.
Where should I store this pill?
Store out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused pill after the expiration date.
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