What is Trifluoperazine Hcl ?

Trifluoperazine HCl is an antipsychotic medication belonging to the phenothiazine class, primarily used to treat schizophrenia and anxiety. It functions by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain, helping to normalize mood and reduce psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions. Additionally, it possesses antiemetic properties, mitigating nausea and vomiting by inhibiting dopamine receptors in the chemoreceptor trigger zone.

• Skin rash
• Sore throat or fever
• Rapid breathing or heartbeat
• Severe stiffness
• Convulsions
• Spasms of neck, face or back
• Muscle twitching or jerking
• Sensitivity to sunlight

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
• Let your doctor know if you have a history of breast cancer, epilepsy, glaucoma, prostate problems, lung, heart, kidney or liver disease, or Parkinson's disease.
• Trifluoperazine may make you dizzy and drowsy. If it does, avoid driving a car or operating machinery.
• Get up slowly from a lying or sitting position to avoid dizziness from this medicine.
• This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to the sun. Try not to spend long periods in direct sunlight and protect your skin from the sun.
• While taking this medicine, you might become more sensitive to hot and cold temperatures. Dress warmly in cold weather and don't stay outside too long. Avoid becoming overheated during hot weather.
• There is a risk side effects that include muscle spasms, twitching in the face and body, and uncontrolled tongue or jaw movement. Talk to your doctor about this risk.
• Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without first talking to your doctor. You may need to take smaller and smaller doses before completely stopping.