LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET

LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET belongs to a group of medicines called 'antipsychotics' used to treat schizophrenia and manic depression (or bipolar disorder). LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET 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 truly 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. 

LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET contains 'Loxapine', which works by blocking the effects of chemical messengers in the brain (i.e., dopamine and serotonin), thereby helps in improving mood, behaviour, and thoughts. LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET elevates the symptoms of the disease and prevents them from coming back. 

Take LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET as your doctor has prescribed it. You are suggested to take $ame as long as your doctor has prescribed it after checking your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as Parkinsonism, difficulty sleeping, sleepiness, depression, anxiety, restlessness, shortness of breath, abdominal pain, dizziness, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not take LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET causes drowsiness and dizziness, do not drive unless you are alert. LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor for treating conduct disorder. LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET should not be given to children for treating schizophrenia or mania. Avoid consuming alcohol with LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET 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. LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET 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.

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

LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET 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. LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET 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. LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly persons as they are at more risk of serious side effects of the medicine. LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET is not allowed to use for the treatment of dementia-related psychosis.  LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET 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 LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Rise slowly from sitting or lying position as LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET causes orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing). Inform your doctor before taking LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET if you have diabetes as LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET can cause an increase in blood sugar levels. LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET may not be suitable for people with a history of prolactin-dependant breast cancer as LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET increases the levels of prolactin. LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET should not be used in adults to treat dementia-related psychosis. 
 

• ALBUTEROL
• GABAPENTIN
• QUETIAPINE
• CLONAZEPAM
• LAMOTRIGINE
• PREGABALIN
• HYDROXYZINE
• DIPHENHYDRAMINE
• OXYCODONE
• TRAMADOL
• ESCITALOPRAM
• SERTRALINE
• TRAZODONE
• DULOXETINE
• FLUOXETINE
• ARIPIPRAZOLE
• LORAZEPAM
• ALPRAZOLAM
• CITALOPRAM
• DIAZEPAM

While taking LOXAPAX 10MG TABLET, you may become more sensitive to extreme temperature conditions (like too hot or too cold temperature), so it is advisable to avoid getting too cold or too hot or becoming dehydrated, especially during summer. Drink plenty of fluid and water to cope with this condition. 

• Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
• Regularly attend therapy sessions.
• Perform meditation and yoga.
• Follow a regular sleep pattern.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Learn about your condition, understand the risk factors and follow the doctor’s treatment plan.