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Estezene (1mg) 100 Tablets
- Manufacturer Adamjee Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd.
- Generic Name Trifluoperazine
Healthwire Pharmacy Ratings & Reviews (1500+)
Product Information
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Description
This medication is used to treat mental disorders. It contains Trifluoperazine, an antipsychotic, that acts by postsynaptic inhibition of dopamine receptors. It has other peripheral and central nervous system effects, producing alpha-adrenergic stimulation and blocking histamine- and serotonin-mediated effects.
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Ingredients
Trifluoperazine -
Drug Class
Antipsychotics
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Dosage Form
Tablet
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Uses
This medication is used to treat mental/mood disorders, such as:
- Schizophrenia
- Other psychotic disorders
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Dosage
Follow these dosage instructions:
Outpatient dosage
The recommended dose should be 1-2mg orally twice daily, 12 hours apart.
Inpatient Dosage
The initial dose should be 2-5mg orally twice daily
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In case of Overdose
In cases of overdose, symptoms may include drowsiness, agitation, tremors, muscle rigidity, respiratory depression, and potentially severe cardiovascular effects. If an overdose is suspected, seek immediate medical attention. Provide healthcare professionals with information about the amount taken and any symptoms present. Do not attempt to treat the situation on your own- prompt professional care is crucial.
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Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, make sure to take it as soon as possible the same day. If you don't remember missing the dose, don't double it. Consult your doctor on how to adjust the missing doses.
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How To Use
Take one tablet per day, with or without food as your doctor has recommended. Swallow the tablet with water and don't chew it. Take the medication regularly and at the same time each day to get the most benefit from it.
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When Not to Use
This medication is contraindicated in following circumstances:
- Pregnancy
- Lactation
- Comatose states
- Bone marrow depression
- Liver damage
- Blood disorders
- Uncontrolled cardiac failure
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Side Effects
Common side effects include:
- Decreased WBCs and platelets
- Increased Prolactin Hormone
- Muscle Tone and Movement abnormalities
- Drowsiness, insomnia, dizziness
- Increased heart rate and decreased blood pressure
- Blurred vision
- Loss of appetite
- Depression
- Photosensitivity
- Convulsions
- Blood disorders
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Precautions & Warnings
You should understand these cautions before taking the medicine:
- Talk to your doctor if you have hypersensitivity or allergic reactions to any of the components in the medicine.
- Talk to your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking this medication.
- Withdraw from this medicine gradually, and not at once.
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Drug Interactions
This medicine may interact with the following drugs:
- Strong painkillers (e.g. codeine)
- Medicines that result in lowering of blood pressure (e.g. guanethidine)
- Anticholinergic medicines used to reduce saliva and lung secretions (e.g. atropine, procyclidine)
- Antidepressants (e.g. other phenothiazines, lithium)
- Medicines for fits (anticonvulsants)
- Medicines for Parkinson’s disease (e.g. levodopa)
- Blood-thinning medicines (anticoagulants such as warfarin)
- Medicines used to treat iron poisoning (desferrioxamine)
- Antacids used to treat indigestion
- Medicines for psychiatric conditions (neuroleptics)
- Heart medicines that prolong the QT interval (e.g quinidine, disopyramide, procainamide, amiodarone, sotalol)
- Drugs causing electrolyte imbalances (e.g. diuretics).
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Food Interaction
The food interactions that should be considered while using Trifluoperazine are:
- No significant interactions with food.
- Taking with food may help reduce gastrointestinal upset.
- Alcohol should be avoided as it can enhance the sedative effects of the product.
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Storage/Disposal
Store the medicine at room temperature and keep out of direct sunlight, excessive heat, and moisture. Keep the medicine out of the reach of children and animals. Do not use the medication past its expiration date.
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Control Drug
No
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Quick Tips, if any
Always follow your doctor's advice, and never self-medicate.
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