Prescription Required.Why?
A typical antipsychotic medication that primarily works by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain.
An anticholinergic medication used to treat parkinson's disease and extrapyramidal symptoms (eps) caused by antipsychotics.
Another typical antipsychotic medication that also blocks dopamine receptors in the brain.
Treatment of acute and chronic psychosis, including schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.
Management of severe behavioral disturbances.
Control of nausea and vomiting.
Relief of extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) associated with antipsychotic medications.
The combination of chlorpromazine, trihexyphenidyl, and trifluoperazine primarily works by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain. This action helps to reduce the symptoms of psychosis, such as hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking. Trihexyphenidyl additionally helps to reduce EPS by blocking acetylcholine receptors, which are involved in muscle control.
Store the medication in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
The dosage of this medication will be determined by your doctor, based on your individual needs and medical history.
It is typically taken orally, with or without food.
Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and do not change your dosage or stop taking the medication without consulting with your doctor.
Extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) such as tremors, muscle stiffness, restlessness, and involuntary movements.
Drowsiness
Dry mouth
Constipation
Blurred vision
Dizziness
Weight gain
Allergic reactions.
Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication, as it can increase the risk of side effects.
This medication can cause drowsiness and dizziness, so it is not recommended to drive or operate machinery until you know how it affects you.
This medication may be harmful to a developing fetus. It is important to discuss the risks and benefits of taking this medication with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
This medication is not typically recommended for children unless the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
This medication may be processed by the kidneys. Your doctor may need to adjust your dose if you have kidney problems.
This medication may be processed by the liver. Your doctor may need to adjust your dose if you have liver problems.
Chlorpromazine
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/3047
Trihexyphenidyl
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/4146
Trifluoperazine
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/3044
