Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablet (Chlorpromazine 50mg)

Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s belongs to a group of medications called ‘antipsychotics’. It is used in the treatment of schizophrenia or psychosis and bipolar disorder (manic depression). Besides this, it is also used to treat nausea and vomiting, anxiety before surgery, chronic hiccups (involuntary spasms of the diaphragm). Schizophrenia is characterized by hallucinations symptoms (seeing or hearing things that are not real) and delusions (wrong beliefs). Manic episodes of excitement or depression characterize bipolar disorder. Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s prevents the occurrence of these symptoms.

Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s contains ‘Chlorpromazine’ which is an antipsychotic drug. It acts by blocking dopamine, a neurotransmitter present in the brain responsible for developing schizophrenia and bipolar disorder symptoms. Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s rebalances dopamine to improve thinking, mood and behaviour. It also blocks the other natural substances receptors in the brain, such as histamine and muscarinic, thereby preventing nausea and vomiting.

Take Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as sleepiness, orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), dry mouth, abnormality of voluntary movements, weight gain, urinary retention, constipation, muscle stiffness, tremor. Most of these side effects of Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s if you are allergic to Chlorpromazine or any other ingredients present in it. Before taking Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s, talk to your doctor if you or your family have a history of blood clots, stroke or heart diseases and if you are above 65 years and have a history of dementia (memory loss). Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s is not recommended during pregnancy as it may affect the unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s. It is not recommended for use in children under 1 year of age. Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s contains lactose, so it should not be given to people who are intolerant to some sugars. Please do not stop taking Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s without your doctor’s advice as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms.

Schizophrenia (mental illness), Bipolar disorder (manic depression).

Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. The key action of Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s is to block the dopamine receptors (D2) in the brain and correct dopamine’s overactivity. Altogether, Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s may help decrease hallucinations and help you think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated and take a more active part in everyday life. On the other hand, it also blocks histamine H1 and muscarinic M1 receptors in the vomiting centre, thereby preventing nausea and vomiting.

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Oral Tablet: Take Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s with or without food as advised by your doctor and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.Liquid Oral Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s with or without food in doses as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup.Injection: A healthcare professional will administer the injection form of Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s, do not self-administer.Depending on your medical condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to take Chlorpromazine 50 mg Tablet 10’s.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

• Sleepiness
• Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
• Dry mouth
• Abnormality of voluntary movements,
• Weight gain
• Urinary retention
• Constipation
• Muscle stiffness
• Tremor
• Confusion, agtitation, feeling jittery, trouble sleeping
• Tardive dyskinesia (unusual/uncontrolled movements of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, arms, or legs)
• breast swelling or discharge