Antipsychotics

What are antipsychotics, and how do the main types differ?

Antipsychotics are a broad medicine class used in specialist care for conditions involving psychosis and for some other carefully assessed clinical purposes. Long-established medicines are often described as first-generation or typical antipsychotics, while newer medicines are commonly called second-generation or atypical antipsychotics. These groupings can help explain differences in clinical history and prescribing context, but they do not make medicines interchangeable.

Choice is made by the prescriber according to the individual medicine, the reason for treatment, previous response and the need for ongoing clinical monitoring. The active ingredient, tablet strength, formulation and prescription requirements are practical points to check before purchasing.

What is the position for antipsychotics in the United Kingdom?

Antipsychotic treatment in the UK is prescription-led and commonly involves specialist clinical input. Different medicines in the class have different licensing histories and availability. Thioridazine, the active ingredient in the option we list, was withdrawn from the UK market and is not a routinely marketed licensed medicine in the United Kingdom. Any supply for an individual patient requires an appropriate prescription and specialist clinical oversight.

Which antipsychotic option do we list?

We list Mellaril, an oral tablet containing thioridazine, a phenothiazine antipsychotic. The listed strengths are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg. Package quantities vary by strength, from 10 to 360 tablets, allowing you to match the pack selection to the prescription.

• 10 mg packs are available in quantities from 20 to 360 tablets, with prices from £51.12.
• 25 mg packs are available in quantities from 20 to 360 tablets, with prices from £50.37.
• 50 mg packs are available in quantities from 10 to 360 tablets, with prices from £48.89.
• 100 mg packs are available in quantities from 30 to 180 tablets, with prices from £40.00.

Strength and pack size should follow the prescription rather than be chosen as a substitute for a different antipsychotic or formulation.

How should storage and delivery be considered?

The listed tablets have specified storage conditions of 20°C to 25°C, with permitted excursions from 15°C to 30°C, and require protection from light and moisture in a tightly closed container. We package medicines carefully for standard postal delivery. Prompt receipt and correct storage after delivery help keep the order in good condition. Check the delivered pack and its accompanying information on arrival.

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