Chlorpromazine Hcl Injection
Product introduction
Chlorpromazine Hcl Injection 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 Hcl Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include dry mouth, abnormality of voluntary movements, urinary retention, constipation, and muscle rigidity. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine can lead to weight gain, have a healthy balanced diet, and exercise regularly. You may also notice some injection site reactions such as pain, redness, or swelling. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own in some time. Please consult your doctor in case these do not subside or bother you.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any preexisting medical conditions. This medicine is contraindicated in patients with bone marrow depression, pheochromocytoma, hepatic failure or active hepatic disease, and CNS depression. If you are diabetic, it is important to monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking this medicine. Let your doctor also know anout all the medicaitions you are taking, as some medicines may interact with this drug and cause harmful effects.
Uses of Chlorpromazine Hcl Injection
Benefits of Chlorpromazine Hcl Injection
In Treatment of Anxiety
In Treatment of Mania
In Treatment of Schizophrenia
Side effects of Chlorpromazine Hcl Injection
Common side effects of Chlorpromazine Hcl
- 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
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Photophobia
- Blurred vision
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Safety advice
If the Chlorpromazine Hcl Injection is given, monitor the baby for excessive sleepiness during breastfeeding.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. A close monitoring is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
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Quick tips
- Chlorpromazine Hcl Injection is given as a deep injection into muscles by the doctor.
- Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Chlorpromazine Hcl Injection 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 Hcl Injection as it can cause serious breathing problems.
- Inform your doctor if you notice involuntary muscle movements.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
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