Chlorpromazine
Information about Chlorpromazine
Chlorpromazine Uses
Chlorpromazine is used in the treatment of schizophrenia.
How Chlorpromazine 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.
Common side effects of Chlorpromazine
Sleepiness, Dryness in mouth, Weight gain, Constipation, Extrapyramidal symptoms, Sedation
Available Medicine for Chlorpromazine
ChlorpromazineAbbott
₹2 to ₹1310 variant(s)
ChlorotameTriko Pharmaceuticals
₹14 to ₹222 variant(s)
Chlorpromazine HclMedopharm
₹41 variant(s)
ChloproPsycormedies
₹4 to ₹62 variant(s)
LargactilAbbott
₹11 variant(s)
SalichlorOrchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹31 variant(s)
MegatilIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹4 to ₹195 variant(s)
PromexyGujarat Terce Laboratories Ltd
₹41 variant(s)
YemetilManas Pharma MFG
₹14 to ₹574 variant(s)
HypnozinePharma Fabrikon
₹6 to ₹133 variant(s)
Expert advice for Chlorpromazine
- Take it at night to avoid feeling sleepy during the day.
- Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Chlorpromazine 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 as it can cause serious breathing problems.
- Inform your doctor if you notice involuntary muscle movements.
- Monitor your weight during the treatment as Chlorpromazine can cause weight gain.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.