Loxitane
This medication is formulated to target schizophrenia symptoms and is intended to alleviate cognitive and behavioural disturbances in patients.
Strengths: 10 · 25mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Therapeutic class
Typical Antipsychotic
- Pharmacological class
Dibenzoxazepine
- Minor side effects
sedation; dizziness; dry mouth
- Moderate side effects
extrapyramidal symptoms; constipation; blurred vision
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Teva
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature, protected from light and moisture.
- Drug interactions
alcohol; central nervous system depressants; epinephrine
- Age restrictions
Not indicated for children.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to loxapine; severe central nervous system depression; history of closed-angle glaucoma; urinary retention; comatose states
Precautions and warnings
risk of tardive dyskinesia; monitor for signs of neuroleptic malignant syndrome; may impair ability to drive or operate machinery
Serious side effects
neuroleptic malignant syndrome — requires immediate medical attention; tardive dyskinesia — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
This medication is formulated to target schizophrenia symptoms and is intended to alleviate cognitive and behavioural disturbances in patients.
Mechanism of action
Loxapine is a typical antipsychotic that acts by blocking dopamine D2 receptors in the brain. By inhibiting these pathways, it modulates central nervous system activity, providing relief from the symptoms associated with psychotic disorders like schizophrenia.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if the potential benefit justifies the risk. Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment.
Loxitane
This medication is formulated to target schizophrenia symptoms and is intended to alleviate cognitive and behavioural disturbances in patients.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Loxapine
- Listed indication(s): Schizophrenia
Usually available as
- 120 tablets - 10 mg633-10-mg-3416
- 90 tablets - 25 mg633-25-mg-3421