Chlorpromazine
Generic Name: Chlorpromazine klor-PROE-ma-zeen
Drug Class: Phenothiazines | | Contents | Description | This medicine is used to treat psychotic disorders such as hallucinations, delusions and hostility. Phenothiazine drugs may also be prescribed to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting.
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| | General Information | | This information is for educational purposes only. Not every known side effect, adverse effect, or drug interaction is in this database. If you have questions about your medicines, talk to your healthcare provider. Top of page
| | Proper use of this medicine | Take this medicine exactly as directed. Swallow extended-release capsules whole, do not open. Do not take more of this medicine than is prescribed by your doctor. If your doctor has given you a suppository, follow these steps: If the suppository feels soft, hold it under cold, running water for 1 minute. Dip the tip of the suppository in water. Lie down on your left side and raise your right knee to your chest. (A left-handed person should lie on the right side and raise the left knee.) Using your finger, insert the suppository into the rectum, about 1/2 to 1 inch in infants and children and 1 inch in adults. Hold it in place for a few moments. Stand up after about 15 minutes. Wash your hands thoroughly and resume your normal activities.
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| | Missed Dose | Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
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| | Storage | Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture. Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
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| | Possible Side Effects | - Contact your health care provider if the following side effects become bothersome or don't go away; dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, rash, constipation, vision changes, difficulty urinating
- If you experience involuntary movements, sore throat, pounding heart beat, or unusual bruising or bleeding, notify your doctor at once.
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| | Warnings/Precautions | - This medicine may cause drowsiness.
- Be cautious when driving or performing other hazardous activities. This medicine can impair judgment.
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| | Overdose | Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
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| | Drug Interactions | - Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all other medicines that you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products.
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| | Pregnancy/Nursing | This medicine should be taken during pregnancy only when clearly needed. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits when using this medicine during pregnancy. This medicine may be excreted in breast milk. Nursing mothers are advised to talk to their doctors before breast-feeding.
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| | More Information | For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider.
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Last reviewed:
On 8 Aug 2006
By John M. Grohol, Psy.D.
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