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Stelazine, |Stelazine

Stelazine

Generic Name: trifluoperazine (trye floo oh PER a zeen)
Brand Names: Stelazine

What is trifluoperazine?

Trifluoperazine is in a class of drugs called phenothiazines. It works by changing the actions of chemicals in the brain.

Trifluoperazine is used to treat psychotic disorders and anxiety.

Trifluoperazine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about trifluoperazine?

Dizziness may be more likely to occur when you rise from a sitting or lying position. Rise slowly to prevent dizziness and a possible fall.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking trifluoperazine?

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have

• a bone marrow disease,

• glaucoma,

• seizures,

• Parkinson"s disease,

• enlargement of the prostate or difficulty urinating,

• liver disease, or
• kidney disease.

You may not be able to take trifluoperazine, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.

How should I take trifluoperazine?

Take trifluoperazine exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Mix the liquid with at least 2 ounces (60 mL) of water, tomato or fruit juice, milk, simple syrup, orange syrup, soda, coffee, tea, or a semisolid food such as pudding or soup just before taking it.

Your healthcare provider will administer the injectable form of trifluoperazine.

Trifluoperazine liquid should have a clear to slightly yellowish color. Throw away any discolored liquid.

What happens if I miss a dose?

If you take one dose of trifluoperazine a day, take the missed dose as soon as you remember, then go back to your regular schedule the next day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the dose you missed and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose.

If you are taking trifluoperazine on a regular schedule several times a day, take the missed dose within 1 hour of its regular time. If more than 1 hour has passed, skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Symptoms of a trifluoperazine overdose include uncontrollable movements, agitation, seizures, severe dizziness or fainting, coma, very deep sleep, irregular heartbeats, and high or low body temperature.

What should I avoid while taking trifluoperazine?

Dizziness may be more likely to occur when you rise from a sitting or lying position. Rise slowly to prevent dizziness and a possible fall.

Trifluoperazine side effects

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);

• uncontrollable movements of the tongue, face, lips, arms, or legs;

• muscle spasms of the face or neck;

• severe restlessness or tremor;

• severe drowsiness or fainting; or

• a rash.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take trifluoperazine and talk to your doctor if you experience

• decreased sweating;

• dry mouth or a stuffy nose;

• constipation;

• blurred vision;

• mild restlessness, drowsiness, or tremor;

• difficult urination, dark urine;

• decreased sex drive;

• dizziness;

• increased appetite; or

• menstrual irregularities or swollen breasts.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect trifluoperazine?

Trifluoperazine also interacts with medications other than the ones listed here. Before taking trifluoperazine, tell your doctor about all other prescription and over-the-counter medicines you are taking, including herbal products. During treatment, do not start taking any new drug without first talking to your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has additional information about trifluoperazine written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Trifluoperazine is available with a prescription under the brand name Stelazine. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

• Stelazine 1 mg--round, blue, coated tablets

• Stelazine 2 mg--round, blue, coated tablets

• Stelazine 5 mg--round, blue, coated tablets

• Stelazine 10 mg--round, blue, coated tablets

• Stelazine Concentrate10 mg/ 1 mL--clear, yellow, banana-vanilla-flavored liquid

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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