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, Increased glucose level in blood, Venous thromboembolism
Available Medicine for Chlorpromazine
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.
Frequently asked questions for Chlorpromazine
Chlorpromazine
Q. Is Chlorpromazine a benzodiazepine/sleeping tablet?
Chlorpromazine is not a benzodiazepine. It belongs to a class of medicines called phenothiazine antipsychotics. Chlorpromazine 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 a controlled substance/narcotic?
No. Chlorpromazine is not a controlled substance/ narcotic. However, it can be purchased only after producing a doctor's prescription