Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for CPZ 50MG TAB and its Constituents
- 5 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Disease Interactions
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Available Alternatives for CPZ 50MG TAB
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Overview
CPZ 50MG TAB is a Schedule X drug.CPZ 50MG TAB is composed of: CHLORPROMAZINE (50 MG)
Chlorpromazine is an anti-psychotic medication in a group of drugs called phenothiazines. It works by changing the actions of chemicals in your brain. Chlorpromazine is used to treat psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia or manic-depression, and severe behavioral problems in children ages 1 through 12. Chlorpromazine is also used to treat nausea and vomiting, anxiety before surgery, chronic hiccups, acute intermittent porphyria, and symptoms of tetanus.Chlorpromazine is a typical anti psychotic. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.
Usage
CHLORPROMAZINE is generally used to treat: Schizophrenia, Manic Depression, Bipolar, Anxiety, Chronic Hiccup, Acute Intermittent Porphyria, TetanusCHLORPROMAZINE can address symptoms like: Nausea, Vomit, Depressed Mood, Hallucinations
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12month
Precautions for CPZ 50MG TAB and its Constituents
- Do not use chlorpromazine in children < 1 year unless the need is lifesaving or in children ?12 years for the treatment of hiccups.
- Tell your doctor before taking chlorpromazine if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, reduced activity of thyroid gland (hypothyroidism), heart disease, raised eyeball pressure (glaucoma), diabetes, tendency to form blood clots or a family history of clotting disorder, pheochromocytoma (high blood pressure due to a tumour near the kidney), or enlarged prostate.
- Inform your doctor if you have known cardiovascular disease or family history of QT prolongation and if you are taking medicines that may prolong the QT interval.
- Inform your doctor of other medications that you may be taking for psychiatric disorders, lowering of blood pressure, insomnia, fits, Parkinson’s disease, migraine etc.
- Do not stop taking chlorpromazine or change its dose without consulting your doctor.
- Monitor blood glucose regularly while on chlorpromazine treatment, if you are a patient with diabetes
- Do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking chlorpromazine as it may cause drowsiness and visual disturbances.
- Do not consume this drug if you are allergic to any phenothiazine drug, chlorpromazine or any of its ingredients.
- Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
- Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Symptoms of Overdosage
CHLORPROMAZINE over-dosage can result in: Dry Mouth, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Agitation, Fever, Irregular Heartbeat, Restless Or Irritability, DrowsinessCommon Side-Effects
CHLORPROMAZINE : Constipation, Impotence, Akathisia, Dystonia, Orthostatic Hypotension, Parkinsonism, Drowsiness, Dry Mouth, Irregular Menstrual Periods, Eyes Blurred VisionSerious Side-Effects
CHLORPROMAZINE : Jaundice, Hives, Muscle Pain, Joint Pain, Seizure, Fever Blister, Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Face Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Throat Soreness, Pain When Swallowing, Pale Skin, Easy BruisingRare Side-Effects
CHLORPROMAZINE : Anemia, Rapid BreathingDisease Interactions
CHLORPROMAZINE can interfere with: Dementia, Alcoholism, Myocardial Infarction, Hypotension, Pheochromocytoma, ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome), Glaucoma, Urinary Retention, Breast Cancer, Hypocalcemia, Acute Liver Failure, Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, Parkinsonism, Acute Renal Failure, Tardive Dyskinesia, SeizureTechnical Classification
CHLORPROMAZINE is categorized as:- PHENOTHIAZINE ANTIEMETICS / ANTIEMETIC/ANTIVERTIGO AGENTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
- PHENOTHIAZINE ANTIPSYCHOTICS / ANTIPSYCHOTICS / PSYCHOTHERAPEUTIC AGENTS
Available Alternatives for CPZ 50MG TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| CHLOPRO 50MG TAB | INR 4.02 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG |
| CHLOROTAME 50MG TAB | INR 12.5 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG |
| CHLORPROMAZINE 50MG TAB | INR 4.47 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50 MG |
| CLOZINE 50MG TAB | INR 3.75 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG |
| CPZ 50MG TAB | INR 4.17 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50 MG |
| EMETIL 50MG TAB | INR 4.51 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG |
| PROZINE 50MG TAB | INR 3.97 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG |
| RELITIL 50MG INJ | INR 2.91 for 2 ML INJECTION | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG |
| RELITIL 50MG TAB | INR 4.23 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG |
| SERECTIL 50MG TAB | INR 3.65 for 10 TABLEYS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50 MG |
| SUN PRAZIN 50MG TAB | INR 268.51 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG |
| TALENTIL 50MG TAB | INR 8.6 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG |
| TRYTIL 50MG TAB | INR 4.12 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG |
| ZINETIL 50MG TAB | INR 3.96 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
| CHLOPRO 100MG TAB | INR 6.79 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG |
| CHLORDYL 100MG/2MG TAB | INR 8.12 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| CHLORDYL H 50MG/2MG TAB | INR 12 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| CHLORFLUHEX 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 24 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| CHLOROPAMAZINE 100MG TAB | INR 6.18 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG |
| CHLOROTAME 100MG TAB | INR 18.5 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG |
| CHLOROTAME FORTE TAB | INR 31.43 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 200.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| CHLORPRO 100MG TAB | INR 7.5 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG |
| CHLORPROMAZINE | CHLORPROMAZINE | |
| CHLORPROMAZINE 100MG TAB | INR 8.1 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100 MG |
| CHLORPROMAZINE HCL INJ | INR 4.43 for 2 ML INJECTION | CHLORPROMAZINE |
| CLOZINE FORTE 200MG/2MG TAB | INR 65.68 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 200.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| CLOZINE PLUS 100MG/2MG TAB | INR 21.12 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| CPZ 100MG TAB | INR 8.1 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG |
| CPZ 10MG TAB | INR 5.92 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 10.0 MG |
| CPZ 200MG TAB | INR 9.62 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 200.0 MG |
| CPZ 25MG TAB | INR 3.25 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 25.0 MG |
| EGRET PLUS 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 26 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| EMETIL 100MG TAB | INR 7.44 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG |
| EMETIL DS 200MG/2MG TAB | INR 27.95 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 200.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| EMETIL PLUS 100MG/2MG TAB | INR 21.42 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| EMETIL TAB 25MG | INR 2.85 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 25 MG |
| LACALM FORTE 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 20.3 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| LARGACTIL 10 MG TAB | INR 1.63 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 10 MG |
| LARGACTIL 10MG TAB | INR 1.63 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 10.0 MG |
| MANOCALM FORTE 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 4.65 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| NORMACALM FORTE 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 3.9 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| NORMAZINE FORTE 200MG/2MG TAB | INR 33.33 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 200.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| NORMAZINE H 50MG/2MG TAB | INR 13.45 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| NORMAZINE PLUS 50MG/2MG TAB | INR 21.86 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| PROMEXY HF 50MG/2MG TAB | INR 14.43 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| PROZINE 100MG TAB | INR 6.22 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG |
| PROZINE PLUS 100MG/2MG TAB | INR 14.9 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| PSYCOLAM FORTE TAB | INR 13.75 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| PSYZINE FORTE 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 16 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| QUIETAL PLUS 100MG/2MG TAB | INR 23.21 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| RELICALM SF 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 8.55 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| RELICLAM FORTE 25MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 14 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 25.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| RELICLAM SF 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 8.55 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| RELITIL 100MG TAB | INR 6.97 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG |
| RELITIL 25MG TAB | INR 2.95 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 25.0 MG |
| RELITIL FORTE 200MG/2MG TAB | INR 21 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 200.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| RELITIL PLUS 100MG/2MG TAB | INR 14 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| RESET FORTE TAB | INR 16 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| SALICHLOR INJ | INR 3.8 for 2 ML INJECTION | CHLORPROMAZINE |
| SCHIZONIL F 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 6.4 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| SER DP 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 70 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| SER FORTE 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 47.68 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| SER TAB | INR 17.05 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL , TRIFLUOPERAZINE |
| SHICALM 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 9.18 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| SHICALM FORTE 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 4.23 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| SUN PRAZIN 100MG TAB | INR 6.8 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG |
| SUN PRAZIN 25MG TAB | INR 245.41 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 25.0 MG |
| SYCO FORTE 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 19.9 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| TALECALM FORTE 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 17.3 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| TALENTIL 100MG TAB | INR 13.06 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG |
| TALENTIL 200MG TAB | INR 22.61 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 200.0 MG |
| TALENTIL FORTE 200MG/2MG TAB | INR 31.2 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 200.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| TALENTIL PLUS 100MG/2MG TAB | INR 17.65 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| TALENTIL T 100MG/2MG TAB | INR 12.8 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| TRICHLOR PLUS 100MG/2MG TAB | INR 18.41 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| TRINEX C TAB | INR 11.27 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE , TRIHEXYPHENIDYL |
| TRINICALM FORTE 2MG/50MG/5MG TAB | INR 7.9 for 10 TABLETS | TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPROMAZINE 2.0 MG |
| TRINICALM FORTE TAB | INR 8.2 for 10 TABLETS | TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 50 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5 MG, CHLORPROMAZINE 2 MG |
| TRYCALM FORTE 50MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 19.25 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 50.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| TRYCALM SF 25MG/2MG/5MG TAB | INR 19.23 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 25.0 MG, TRIFLUOPERAZINE 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG |
| TRYTIL 25MG TAB | INR 2.75 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 25.0 MG |
| ZINETIL 100MG TAB | INR 6.9 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPROMAZINE 100.0 MG |