PRODUCT DETAILS

About Loxpin 10mg Capsule

LOXAPINE belongs to a group of medicines called 'antipsychotics' used to treat schizophrenia and manic depression (or bipolar disorder). LOXAPINE also treats short-term treatment of long-term aggression in people with Alzheimer's dementia and mentally disabled children. Schizophrenia is a mental condition in which the person may feel, hear or see things that are not there, believe things that are not true, feel unusually suspicious or confused. Manic depression or bipolar disorder is a severe brain disorder in which a person experiences extreme mood swings (variance in thinking) and frequent mood and behaviour changes. 

Uses of Loxpin 10mg Capsule

Schizophrenia, Manic depression (bipolar disorder)

Medicinal Benefits of Loxpin 10mg Capsule

LOXAPINE is used in the treatment of certain mood disorders like schizophrenia. This drug makes a person think more clearly, be less nervous and live a normal life. LOXAPINE also decreases aggression and wishes to hurt your self or other persons. It also helps in reducing hallucinations about the things that actually not present there. Being an antipsychotic drug, it works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances like dopamine in the brain.

Directions for Use

Take LOXAPINE with or without food. The tablet form of LOXAPINE should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water, do not chew or crush the tablet. The liquid form of LOXAPINE should be taken by mouth using the pack's measuring cup, shake the bottle well before each use. A healthcare professional will administer the injection form of LOXAPINE, do not self-administer. You are advised to take LOXAPINE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition.

Side Effects of Loxpin 10mg Capsule

• Dizziness
• Faintness.
• Blurred vision.
• Weakness.
• Dry mouth.
• Trouble in falling asleep or staying asleep.
• Increased saliva.
• Nausea.

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

LOXAPINE have some sedative effects, start within 20 to 30 minutes and lasted through 12 hours, so it is advised to avoid driving or doing such work that needs mental alertness. LOXAPINE can not be used in comatose patients or persons heavily dependent on barbiturates, alcohol, and narcotics. This medicine should not be used in people who are allergic to this medicine or any other component of the drug. LOXAPINE should be used with caution in elderly persons as they are at more risk of serious side effects of the medicine. LOXAPINE is not allowed to use for the treatment of dementia-related psychosis.  LOXAPINE can be given to children above 10 years if prescribed by the doctor for treating a mental condition like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Avoid consuming alcohol along with LOXAPINE as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Rise slowly from sitting or lying position as LOXAPINE causes orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing). Inform your doctor before taking LOXAPINE if you have diabetes as LOXAPINE can cause an increase in blood sugar levels. LOXAPINE may not be suitable for people with a history of prolactin-dependant breast cancer as LOXAPINE increases the levels of prolactin. LOXAPINE should not be used in adults to treat dementia-related psychosis. 
 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 LOXAPINE may have interaction with medicines used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder (aripiprazole), anxiety disorders (lorazepam, diazepam, alprazolam), depression (citalopram, duloxetine, fluoxetine, escitalopram, trazodone, sertraline), allergy (diphenhydramine, hydroxyzine), mania (divalproex sodium), fits (gabapentin, clonazepam, lamotrigine, pregabalin ), pain (oxycodone, tramadol), asthma (albuterol), psychosis (quetiapine).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 LOXAPINE may have interactions with dementia (memory loss), CNS depression, liver disease, seizures, low blood pressure, diabetes, lipid alterations, weight gain, parkinsonism, acute alcohol intoxication, neuroleptic malignant syndrome (occurs due to reaction with anti-psychotic drugs), Tardive dyskinesia (repetitive, involuntary movements), irregular heartbeat (with QT interval prolongation), kidney impairment/disease, blood abnormalities, lipid alterations, Priapism (prolonged erection of the penis), and hyperprolactinemia (higher levels of prolactin in the blood).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking LOXAPINE as it may cause increased drowsiness and lower your blood pressure.

PREGNANCY

• Avoid taking LOXAPINE if you are pregnant unless prescribed by a doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

• LOXAPINE can pass into the breastmilk, so it is not safe to breastfeed while taking LOXAPINE. Consult your doctor before taking LOXAPINE; your doctor will decide whether LOXAPINE can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not. Tell your doctor if your baby has symptoms of dizziness or tremor.

DRIVING

• LOXAPINE causes tiredness, dizziness and vision problems. Do not drive or operate machinery without consulting your doctor.

LIVER

• Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

KIDNEY

• Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.