TabletsClinical Overview
Chlorpromazine is the historic prototype aliphatic phenothiazine first-generation typical antipsychotic on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It blocks postsynaptic dopamine D2 receptors in the mesolimbic pathway, while also producing strong blockade of alpha-1 adrenergic, histaminergic H1, and muscarinic receptors, causing marked sedation and autonomic stabilization. Indicated for schizophrenia, acute manic excitement, severe behavioral problems, intractable hiccups, and acute porphyria.
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Usage Guidelines
Take orally with food or a large glass of water to reduce stomach irritation. Take divided throughout the day or at bedtime. Follow titration guidelines.
General Administration Advice: Adhere strictly to the prescribed dosage, frequency, and treatment course. For oral medications, swallow with sufficient water. Never stop antibiotics, psychiatric medications, or antihypertensives abruptly without clinical direction.
Possible Side Effects
Common: Marked sedation, orthostatic hypotension, dry mouth, constipation, weight gain, photosensitivity (sunburn), extrapyramidal symptoms. Rare/Severe: Tardive dyskinesia, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, corneal/lens opacities and skin pigmentation with long-term use, and agranulocytosis.
*Note: Individual physiological responses vary. While many patients experience few or no side effects, notify your treating physician if adverse reactions persist or if hypersensitivity (angioedema, skin rash, dyspnea) occurs.
Precautions & Warnings
Boxed warning for dementia-related psychosis mortality. High risk of severe orthostatic hypotension and reflex tachycardia; monitor blood pressure. Avoid direct exposure to bright sunlight due to phototoxic skin reactions.
Schedule H (Prescription Required)
This medication is scheduled under statutory drug regulatory frameworks (CDSCO / Drugs & Cosmetics Rules). Dispensing requires a valid medical prescription from a registered medical practitioner. Self-medication or unsupervised dosage adjustment carries significant clinical risks.
Medical Disclaimer: Statutory Clinical Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational and price-transparency purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, clinical diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Always consult a registered medical practitioner or qualified pharmacist before initiating, modifying, or substituting any medication regimen.
Chlorpromazine Tablets 50 mg
Chlorpromazine is the historic prototype aliphatic phenothiazine first-generation typical antipsychotic on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It blocks postsynaptic dopamine D2 receptors in the mesolimbic pathway, while also producing strong blockade of alpha-1 adrenergic, histaminergic H1, and muscarinic receptors, causing marked sedation and autonomic stabilization. Indicated for schizophrenia, acute manic excitement, severe behavioral problems, intractable hiccups, and acute porphyria.
Chlorpromazine Tablets 25 mg
Chlorpromazine is the historic prototype aliphatic phenothiazine first-generation typical antipsychotic on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It blocks postsynaptic dopamine D2 receptors in the mesolimbic pathway, while also producing strong blockade of alpha-1 adrenergic, histaminergic H1, and muscarinic receptors, causing marked sedation and autonomic stabilization. Indicated for schizophrenia, acute manic excitement, severe behavioral problems, intractable hiccups, and acute porphyria.