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Chlorpromazine tablets, liquid - oral

(klor-pro-muh-zeen)

common brand names: Thorazine

Simular Drugs : Chlorpromazine HCL, Chlorpromazine HCL, Chlorpromazine HCL

Chlorpromazine HCL Usage: Chlorpromazine is used for certain types of mental or emotional conditions. It's also used to control hiccups, reduce anxiety & treat nausea & vomiting.

How to use Chlorpromazine HCL: Take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs, unless directed otherwise by your doctor. do not suddenly stop taking this drug without consulting your doctor. in the treatment of mental or emotional conditions it may take up to two weeks for full effects of this medication to be noticed.

Chlorpromazine HCL side effects: Constipation, drowsiness, vision changes, or dry mouth may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify youre physician. Unlikely to occur but report promptly: restlessness, muscle stiffness, weakness, difficulty speaking, loss about balance, mask- like facial expression, trembling or shaking, dizziness, lip smacking or other uncontrollable movements, difficulty urinating, skin rash/discoloration. Very unlikely to occur but report promptly: sore throat, unusual bleeding or bruising, stomach pain, yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, hot dry skin, vomiting. Though very unlikely to occur, notify your pharmacist immediately if you experience any of following effects: severe muscle stiffness, confusion, fever, seizures, irregular/fast heartbeat, increased sweating, prolonged/painful erection. in unlikely chapter you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact you're physician or doctor.

Chlorpromazine HCL Precautions: Tell youre physician your medical history, especially: very high or very low blood pressure, liver disease, heart disease, Reye's syndrome, alcohol or tablet dependencies, nervous system problems, blood disorders, any allergies (especially pill allergies). Use caution performing tasks that require alertness, such as driving or using machinery. Use of alcohol may cause extreme drowsiness. Avoid alcohol consumption. this medication may increase sensitivity to sunlight. Avoid prolonged sun exposure & wear a sunscreen & protective clothing when you exposed to the sun. this drug can reduce sweating making you more susceptible to heat stroke. Avoid strenuous work or exercise in hot weather. the manufacturer about this drug does not recommend Its use during pregnancy. However, this may be used in certain cases. Discuss risks & benefits with your pharmacist. it drug is excreted into breast milk & may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult some your physician before breast- feeding.

Chlorpromazine HCL medication interactions: Inform your doctor about every the medications you may use (both prescription & nonprescription) especially: sparfloxacin, grepafloxacin, guanethidine, guanadrel, metrizamide, cabergoline. Tell your doctor if you take drugs that cause drowsiness such as: medicine for sleep, sedatives, tranquilizers, anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.g., phenothiazines or tricyclics), anti- seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine), muscle relaxants, antihistamines that cause drowsiness (e.g., diphenhydramine). money the labels on all you're medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products) because they may contain drowsiness-causing ingredients. Ask your pharmacist about safe use about these products. do not start or stop any medicine with-out physician or pharmacist approval.

Chlorpromazine HCL Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include restlessness, muscle spasms, tremors, twitching, deep sleep or loss of consciousness, and seizures.

Chlorpromazine HCL special notes: do not share this drug with others.

If you missed Chlorpromazine HCL dose: If you miss dose and take 1 dose daily: take as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for next dose. in that case, skip the missed dose & resume your usual schedule. If you take more than 1 dose daily: take as soon as possible if it is within an hour or so of missed dose. If not remembered within an hour, skip missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not double the dose to catch up.

Chlorpromazine HCL Storage: Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. don't store in the bathroom.

Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Chlorpromazine Tablets, Liquid