Trifluoperazine & Trihexyphenidyl HCl Tablets

Description

“Trifluoperazine HCl and Trihexyphenidyl HCl tablets” –  Trifluoperazine HCl and Trihexyphenidyl HCl tablets are closely related to that class of drugs which are known as antipsychotics and it is used to treat mental illness. Specially, this medicine also provides relaxation for those who suffer from depression and anxiety. Depression is a health issue that affects the mood of a patient, and schizophrenia is a kind of mental disease in which a person is not thinking clearly and behaves differently from daily routine behavior.

This medicine is a mixture of two medicines that contain two different salts named Trifluoperazine HCl and Trihexyphenidyl HCl. Both drugs work differently. Trifluoperazine HCl is related to the phenothiazine class of medicine, which works by blocking some neurotransmitters in the brain, such as dopamine and serotonin that are responsible for regulating the mood swings and behavior of the patient. This drug also helps to decrease the symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and disordered thinking. Trihexyphenidyl HCl comes under the category of anticholinergics medicine, which works by reducing the activity of a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine in the brain. This medicine provides peacefulness to patients from symptoms such as tremors, muscle stiffness, and muscle spasms, which are especially related to certain neurological conditions.

Drug-to-Drug Interactions

TRIFLUOPERAZINE HCL & TRIHEXYPENIDYL HCL TABLETS may mixed with many categories of medicines like high blood pressure- -lowering drugs, opioid painkillers, and blood thinner medicines. Patients need to be aware of the interactions with medicines to neglect the dangerous effects of medicines.

GUANETHIDINE

CODEINE

ATROPINE

PROCYCLIDINE

PROMAZINE

PROCHLORPERAZINE

CHLORPROMAZINE

ARIPIPRAZOLE

LURASIDONE

OLANZAPINE

RISPERIDONE

QUETIAPINE

How to use Trihexyphenidyl and Trifluoperazine Tablets

• Take this medicine by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once or twice daily.
• The doctors prescribe a dosage based on your medical condition, age, and reaction to your treatment. In children, the dosage is based on weight. To reduce your fear of side effects, your doctor may consult you to start this medicine at a low dose and slowly increase your dose. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.
• Take this medicine on time to get more benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time(s) each day or set an alarm to remind you.
• Although you may notice some medicine’s effects soon after starting, it may take 2 to 3 weeks and you get the full benefit of this drug.

Storage Indications For Medication

According to the prescription of professional healthcare, patients should keep the medication in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight. It is mandatory to keep medication away from the reach of children and pets.

Side  Effects of Trihexyphenidyl and Trifluoperazine Tablets

After taking Trihexyphenidyl and Trifluoperazine Tablets patients may experience some bad effects. However, if the patient feels any serious effects or common symptoms become inferior then immediately consult your doctor.

• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Blurred vision
• Nervousness
• Sedation
• Weight gain
• Urinary retention
• Dryness in mouth
• Orthostatic hypotension
• Increased prolactin level in blood

Precautions for Trihexyphenidyl and Trifluoperazine Tablets

Take Trihexyphenidyl and Trifluoperazine Tablets with large amounts of water to avoid the bad effects of this medicine. Take with meals to avoid an empty stomach and do not skip any of the dose of medicine for better results. If the patient has had any surgery then give proper details to the doctor to know about it before taking the medicine.