Trifluoperazine
Information about Trifluoperazine
Trifluoperazine Uses
Trifluoperazine is used in the treatment of anxiety disorder and schizophrenia.
How Trifluoperazine works
Trifluoperazine is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.
Available Medicine for Trifluoperazine
EspazineGlaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹28 to ₹293 variant(s)
TalecalmTalent India
₹14 to ₹152 variant(s)
TrazineSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹4 to ₹122 variant(s)
ShicalmShine Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹131 variant(s)
TrikozinTriko Pharmaceuticals
₹121 variant(s)
Trazine LSSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹71 variant(s)
NormacalmHealth Plan
₹1601 variant(s)
NeocalmIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹4 to ₹52 variant(s)
TrinicalmTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹51 variant(s)
TrazenExelife Biotech Pvt Ltd
₹261 variant(s)
Expert advice for Trifluoperazine
- You have been prescribed Trifluoperazine for the treatment of schizophrenia.
- It may cause less weight gain as compared to other similar medicines.
- Take it at bedtime to avoid feeling sleepy during the day.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Trifluoperazine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can cause increased sedation.
- Inform your doctor if you experience abnormal movements, particularly of the face, lips, jaw and tongue, while taking this medicine.
- It may increase your blood sugar and cholesterol level. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your blood levels regularly.
- Don't stop taking Trifluoperazine without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.