SKU: PC-5307 Product Description: Thioril 50 mg Tablet is manufactured by Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy
Uses
Thioridazine is generally used in treatment of the treatment of schizophrenia.
Side Effects
Abnormality of voluntary movements
Constipation
Dryness in mouth
Increased prolactin level in blood
Muscle rigidity
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Sleepiness
Tremor
Urinary retention
Weight gain
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Thioridazine, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Thioridazine is to be taken with food.
How it works
Thioridazine is a typical antipsychotic. It makes the condition better by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.
Expert advice for Thioril 50 mg Tablet
Take precautions as long term use of Thioridazine may cause neuroleptic malignant syndrome (characterized by extreme body temperature, muscle rigidity, altered mental status) and tardive dyskinesia (disorder resulting in involuntary, repetitive body movements).You may be at risk of developing hypotension (low blood pressure) during the treatment with Thioridazine if you are a female or an elderly or alcoholic patient.Tell your doctor if you are suffering from narrow-angle glaucoma (increased pressure inside the eyes that causes visual problem), prostatic hypertrophy (enlargement of organ called prostate), heart disease or epilepsy.You should undergo regular eye examinations if you are receiving Thioridazine for long term or in high doses or if you have liver disease.Do not drive or operate machinery as Thioridazine may impair the mental and/or physical abilities.Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.