Trifluoperazine (HCl)

Overview

Trifluoperazine (HCl) is a phenothiazine similar to chlorpromazine. Trifluoperazine (HCl) is used to treat symptoms of certain types of mental or emotional conditions such as anxiety, tension and agitation. Trifluoperazine (HCl) is also used to treat nausea and vomiting.

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Primary Characterstics

Indications

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Pharmacokinetics

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Contraindications

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Drug Interactions

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Side Effects

The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Trifluoperazine (HCl), which give rise to further complications include Tardive dyskinesia.

The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Trifluoperazine (HCl) include Hypotension, Akathisia, Torticollis, Dystonic syndrome.

The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Trifluoperazine (HCl) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Drowsiness, Anorexia, Insomnia, Dry mouth, Blurred vision, Postural hypotension, Lassitude, Motor restlessnes, Dyskinesia, Dystonia.

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Dosage

Trifluoperazine (HCl)'s dosage details are as follows:
Dose Single Dose Frequency Route Instructions

Adult Dosage

1 to 2 mg1.5 (1.5)12 hourlyPOFrequency may be increased upto 3 times/day if needed.

Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)

0.02 to 0.05 mg/kg0.035 (0.035)6 hourlyOral-

Neonatal Dosage (3kg)

No data regarding the neonatal dosage details of Trifluoperazine (HCl) is available.

High Risk Groups

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Warning / Precautions

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Storage Conditions

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Interference in Pathology

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Brands / Trade Names of Trifluoperazine (HCl)

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Manufacturers of Trifluoperazine (HCl) in Pakistan

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