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Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet

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Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet is a product of Saga Laboratories

Composition: Chlorpromazine (100mg) + Trihexyphenidyl (2mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet

Description:

Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder in which a person develops unreal thoughts and behavior). It alters the thoughts and elevates the mood, improving the person’s ability to think, feel and behave.

Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, constipation, dryness in mouth, sedation, abnormal heart rhythm, urinary retention, blurred vision, and nervousness. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Earlier taking it, inform your doctor if you are suffering from thyroid or kidney problems, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, glaucoma, or any heart problems. You should not take this medicine if you are under the influence of alcohol or any sleep-inducing, cough, and/ or allergy medication. This medicine can also lead to weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking with high-calorie food, and exercise regularly.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Chlorectil Plus

  • Blurred vision
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Sedation
  • Weight gain
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
  • Urinary retention
  • Tenseness
  • Increased prolactin level in blood
  • Dizziness

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
If the Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet is given, monitor the baby for excessive sleepiness during breastfeeding.
Driving
UNSAFE
Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet can cause blurring of vision, dizziness, mild nausea, and mental confusion in some cases. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Tolerants with kidney disease should be closely monitored by a doctor while taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

What is Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet used for?

Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet is used primarily to treat schizophrenia and other serious mental health disorders. It helps to stabilize thoughts, reduce hallucinations, delusions, mood swings, and symptoms like agitation or aggression.<br>

Who should avoid taking Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet?

Individuals should avoid taking Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet if they are allergic to any of its ingredients, have conditions like narrow-angle glaucoma (a serious eye problem), severe central nervous system depression, severe liver or kidney disease, blood disorders, or if they are in a coma. Forever inform your doctor about any medical conditions you have.<br>

What important precautions should I know before using Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet?

Earlier using Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, seizures, prostate enlargement, urinary problems, or liver/kidney issues. The medicine may cause dizziness or low blood pressure when standing up, so rise slowly to avoid falls. Employ caution if you are elderly, especially if you have dementia.<br>

Are there any serious side effects of Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet?

Earnest side effects of Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet include severe allergic reactions (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing), irregular heartbeat, extreme dizziness, seizures, or muscle stiffness. If you notice any of these, seek medical help immediately.<br>

Can Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet cause movement problems?

Affirmative, sometimes Chlorectil Plus 100mg/2mg Tablet can cause muscle rigidity, tremors, or restlessness, called extrapyramidal symptoms. Tell your doctor if you experience such symptoms.<br>

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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