Uses of Chlorpromazine
Chlorpromazine is used in the treatment of schizophrenia.
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Chlorpromazine side effects
Common
Weight gain, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Sleepiness, Akathisia, Dystonia, Dryness in mouth, Constipation, Abnormality of voluntary movements, Parkinsonism.
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How to use Chlorpromazine
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Normazine Plus 50 mg/2 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Normazine Plus 50 mg/2 mg Tablet works
Chlorpromazine is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.
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Uses of Trihexyphenidyl
Trihexyphenidyl is used in Parkinson's disease and drug induced abnormal movements.
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Trihexyphenidyl side effects
Common
Dryness in mouth, Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, Blurred vision.
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How to use Trihexyphenidyl
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Normazine Plus 50 mg/2 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Normazine Plus 50 mg/2 mg Tablet works
Trihexyphenidyl is a muscle relaxing medication. It works by decreasing the activity of excess acetylcholine in the brain. This improves muscle control and reduces stiffness. It helps patients with Parkinson's disease by improving muscle control and reducing stiffness so that they can move more naturally. It is also used to treat movement disorder (restlessness, involuntary movements or muscle spasm ) which can be caused by certain drugs.
In Depth Information on Normazine Plus 50 mg/2 mg Tablet
Expert advice for Chlorpromazine
Do not use chlorpromazine in children < 1 year unless the need is lifesaving or in children =12 years for the treatment of hiccups. Tell your doctor before taking chlorpromazine if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, reduced activity of thyroid gland (hypothyroidism), heart disease, raised eyeball pressure (glaucoma), diabetes, tendency to form blood clots or a family history of clotting disorder, pheochromocytoma (high blood pressure due to a tumour near the kidney), or enlarged prostate. Inform your doctor if you have known cardiovascular disease or family history of QT prolongation and if you are taking medicines that may prolong the QT interval. Inform your doctor of other medications that you may be taking for psychiatric disorders, lowering of blood pressure, insomnia, fits, Parkinson’s disease, migraine etc. Do not stop taking chlorpromazine or change its dose without consulting your doctor. Monitor blood glucose regularly while on chlorpromazine treatment, if you are a patient with diabetes Do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking chlorpromazine as it may cause drowsiness and visual disturbances. Do not consume this drug if you are allergic to any phenothiazine drug, chlorpromazine or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Expert advice for Trihexyphenidyl
It may be taken before or after meals. If Trihexyphenidyl causes your mouth to dry excessively, it may be better to take it before meals, unless it causes nausea. If taken after meals, thirst can be improved by sucking hard sugarless candy, chewing gum, or drinking water. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines to treat glaucoma. Trihexyphenidyl can cause blurred vision or dizziness. Do not drive and or operate machinery if you get blurred vision or dizziness. Inform your doctor if you have trouble in passing urine. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
