Who makes zuclopenthixol?

Manufacturer’s PIL, Clopixol® 200 mg/ml Injection; Lundbeck Limited, The electronic Medicines Compendium.

Is zuclopenthixol the same as Clopixol?

Zuclopenthixol (brand names Cisordinol, Clopixol and others), also known as zuclopentixol, is a medication used to treat schizophrenia and other psychoses.

What is Clopixol Depot?

Clopixol Depot injection is usually used to prevent further episodes of your illness. Clopixol belongs to a group of medicines called thioxanthene neuroleptics. It helps to correct chemical imbalances in the brain, which may cause mental illness. Your doctor, however, may prescribe it for another purpose.

Is zuclopenthixol FDA approved?

It is known that zuclopenthixol is metabolized by Cytochrome P450 2D6. Zuclopenthixol was approved for use in Canada in 2011, but is not approved for use in the United States.

Which antipsychotics are available as depot?

Most depot medications belong to the older group of antipsychotics (‘first generation’ or ‘typical’ antipsychotics). These are Modecate, Depixol, Haldol, Piportil and Clopixol.

Does Clopixol affect blood pressure?

Zuclopenthixol may reduce the blood pressure lowering effect of guanethidine.

Is Clopixol oil based?

Injection: Zuclopenthixol decanoate 500 mg/ml. Solution for injection. Clear, yellowish oil, practically free from particles.

What are the side effects of Clopixol Depot?

Clopixol injection side effects

  • Redness, swelling or pain at the injection site.
  • Sleepiness.
  • Abnormal movements of the hands, legs, face, neck and tongue, eg tremor, twitching, rigidity (extrapyramidal effects)
  • Anxiety, restlessness and agitation (akathisia)
  • Increased salivation or dry mouth.

What is the side effect of Clopixol?

Stop using Clopixol and seek medical advice immediately if you have any of the following allergic reactions: Difficulty in breathing. Swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat which causes difficulty in swallowing or breathing. Severe itching of the skin (with raised lumps)

Does Clopixol make you tired?

Clopixol injection warnings This medicine may cause drowsiness and blurred vision. If affected do not drive or operate machinery. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having treatment with this medicine because it can make drowsiness worse.

Is sulpiride safe to take long-term?

Treatment with sulpiride is usually long-term unless you experience an adverse effect. Keep taking it unless your doctor tells you otherwise. Stopping sulpiride suddenly can cause problems and your doctor may want you to reduce your dose gradually if this becomes necessary.