Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Salt Composition : Chlorpromazine(50mg)
Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet is also used for controlling intractable hiccups, feeling or being sick (nausea), and autism (learning and communication difficulties). This medicine belongs to a group of drugs known as phenothiazines, which act on the central nervous system. It alters the thoughts and elevates the mood, improving the person’s ability to think, feel and behave.
Chlorpromazine is a member of the typical antipsychotic or neuroleptic drug class, also known as first-generation antipsychotics (FGAs). It produces its antipsychotic effect by the post-synaptic blockade at the D2 receptors in the mesolimbic pathway
The pharmacokinetics of chlorpromazine is also not fully understood and varies per the individual and route of administration. However, the kidneys excrete approximately 43-65% of the daily dose within 24 hours. There are 5 clinically important metabolites, 4 of which are biologically active
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Chlorpromazine
Sleepiness
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Dryness in mouth
Abnormality of voluntary movements
Weight gain
Increased prolactin level in blood
Urinary retention
Constipation
Muscle stiffness
breast cancer.
a high prolactin level.
overweight.
anemia.
decreased blood platelets.
low levels of white blood cells.
low levels of a type of white blood cell called neutrophils.
alcoholism.
Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet.
Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
If the Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet is given, monitor the baby for excessive sleepiness during breastfeeding.
Schizophrenia (primarily the positive symptoms)
Bipolar I acute manic type of manic-depressive illness.
Acute agitation marked by explosive hyperexcitable behavior out of proportion to the initial provocation.
To control nausea and vomiting.
Persistent singultus (chronic hiccups)
dementia.
acute alcohol intoxication.
cardiovascular disease.
CNS depression.
head injury.
anticholinergic effects.
breast cancer.
dystonic reactions
Do not chew, crush or break it. Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines
Take it at night to avoid feeling sleepy during the day.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet affects you.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Do not drink alcohol while taking Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet as it can cause serious breathing problems.
Inform your doctor if you notice involuntary muscle movements.
Monitor your weight during the treatment as Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet can cause weight gain.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
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. Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Is Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet a benzodiazepine/sleeping tablet?
Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet is not a benzodiazepine. It belongs to a class of medicines called phenothiazine antipsychotics. Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet should not be used as a sleeping tablet
Q. Is it good for anxiety?
It is used in patients with schizophrenia but it relieves anxiety too at certain levels
Q. Is Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet a controlled substance/narcotic?
No. Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet is not a controlled substance/ narcotic. However, it can be purchased only after producing a doctor's prescription
Q. Is it addictive?
Chlorpromazine does not have high addictive potential and a very little propensity for abuse for euphoria
Q. Does Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet help with opiate withdrawal?
It has been observed that Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet helps in certain cases of opiate withdrawal. However, it is not widely used for this purpose. Please follow your doctor's advice regarding its use.
