Clopixol 200 mg injection 1 mlx1 Amp

Name: Clopixol
Brand: Lundbeck
SKU: LUNCLO40986
Price: 653 PKR
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Brand: Lundbeck

Prescription Required

Tranquilizer, Sedative/Hypnotic

Clopixol 200 mg injection is composed of Zuclopenthixol (200 mg)

Primary Uses
Indications
Side Effects
Warnings
Contraindications
FAQS

Primary Uses

Indications

This drug is used to treat psychosis, especially early schizophrenia.

Side Effects

This drug can have a number of side effects including decreased WBC's, increased prolactin hormones, abnormality of muscle tone, abnormality of voluntary movements, restlessness, Parkinsonism, drowsiness, insomnia, agitation, increased heart rate, arrhythmia, decreased blood pressure, dry mouth, blurred vision, rash, photosensitivity, impaired temperature regulation, convulsions, male sexual dysfunction, increased lymphocytes and monocytes, invluntary movements of jaw and face, and neuroleptic malignant syndrome.

Warnings

Pregnancy

This drug has a positive evidence of risk. Use only when no safer alternatives exist for a serious problem. Consult your physician for better advice.

Lactation

This drug is contraindicated or not recommended in lactation. Consult your physician for better advice.

Precautions

This drug should be used with caution in kidney, liver or cardiovascular disease, arrhythmias, severe respiratory disease, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, glaucoma, prostatic hypertrophy, thyroid disorders, Myasthenia Gravis, pheochromocytoma, risk factors for stroke, QT prolongation, or venous thromboembolism. Monitor blood counts if signs of persistent infection show. Use with caution in eldelry. Withdraw gradually.

Contraindications

This drug shoud not be given if there is intolerance to oral neuroleptic drugs, Parkinsonism, severe arteriosclerosis, senile confusional states, advanced kidney, liver or cardiovascular disease. This drug should also not be given in acute opiate, alcohol or barbiturate posioning, in circulatory collapse, depressed level of consciousness, and coma.

FAQS

What is the use of this medicine?

It is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions) and anxiety.

How is this medicine taken?

It is given as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered.

How to get its maximum benefit?

To ensure its best result, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body.

What should be done in case of a missed dose?

Take it as soon as you remember it.

How does it work?

It works by blocking certain chemicals present in the brain and thus helps to reduce psychoses.

Is this medicine addictive?

No, it is not

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