This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, and severe behavioral problems in children).
Chlorpromazine is also used to control nausea/vomiting, relieve prolonged hiccups, relieve restlessness/anxiety before surgery, and help treat tetanus.
Chlorpromazine is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.
Major & minor side effects for Chlorpromazine
- Uncontrolled body movements
- Restlessness
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Blurred vision
- Skin rash
- Hypoglycemia
- Difficulty in breathing
- Muscle stiffness
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Chlorpromazine should be discontinued immediately if the patient develops Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome characterized by an increase in the body temperature, muscle rigidity, altered consciousness.
Chlorpromazine may cause involuntary movements of tongue, lips, and face.
Chlorpromazine may increase the blood glucose levels in the body.
Chlorpromazine may reduce the blood cell count, especially WBC (neutrophils).
The safety and efficacy of Chlorpromazine is not established in the children less than 6 months of age.
Do not stop taking this medicine abruptly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like nausea, headache, diarrhea, dizziness, and irritability.