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Loxapine: Drug Information, Side Effects and Precautions

Loxapine is an antipsychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia.

How Loxapine Works

The main function of Loxapine is to decrease abnormal excitement in the brain. For further information regarding the function of this medication you can consult a mental health professional or medical doctor.

How to Take Loxapine capsule

Medication can be taken with or without food, and as the doctor prescribed. This medication should never be stopped abruptly, and the use of it should be monitored periodically by a mental health professional.

In Case of Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medication you will need to take a new one to make up for the one you missed. You should never take a double dose to make up for the one that you had missed.

In Case of Overdose

You will need to contact a medical professional immediately if it is an emergency. For non-emergency overdose matters you can contact a local poison control center.

Side Effects of Loxapine

Most medications come with side effects information. Not all these side effects occur in everyone, and not everyone will experience side effects.

Some of the more common side effects of Loxapine include as follows

• Difficulty in speaking or swallowing
• Loss of balance control
• Mask-like face
• Restlessness
• Shuffling walk
• Slowed movements
• Stiffness of arms and legs
• Increased sensitivity to sunlight

Some of the less common side affects of Loxapine include the following

• Constipation (severe)
• Difficult urination
• Inability to move eyes
• Muscle spasms
• Especially of the neck and back
• Skin rash
• Sore Throat and fever
• Increased spasms of the eyelids

Other side effects occur in some people that are not listed. If you experience any of the above side effects or any other effects you will want to report that to your doctor as soon as possible.

Precautions for Loxapine Users

If you use Loxapine you will need to tell your doctor about any and all existing medical conditions. In addition, you will need to inform your doctor about any prescription meds that you are currently taking.

Alcohol should be used cautiously while taking Loxapine, because it could cause drowsiness and dizziness. In addition, Loxapine users should know that the safety of this medication for pregnant and breastfeeding women is not established. Some potential risks are involved. This drug is also not recommended for children under 16 years old, and no studies have been done on those of that age group.

If you plan to drive or operate machinery should do so with caution, and should wait until you know how this medication will affect you before you do so.

How to Store Loxapine

This medication should be enclosed tightly in the container in came in. In addition, it should be stored at room temperature away from excess heat and moisture. Any medication that is outdated or no longer used will need to be properly discarded. If you need any information about how to dispose of medication you can contact your pharmacist.

Medications

Amantadine
Amineptine
Amisulpride
Antabuse
Aripiprazole
Artane
Atomoxetine
Aurorix
Benztropine
Camcolit
Chlororpromazine HCL
Cipramil
Coaxil
Cylert
Celexa
Cipralex
Deprex
Desiprimine
Dosulepin
Doxepin
Edronax
Flunarizine
Flupentixol
Fluphenazine
Geodon
Guanfacine
Imipramine
Isocarboxazid (Marplan)
Klonopin
Lerivon
Limbitrol
Lofepramine
Loxapine
Lexapro
Luvox
Maprotiline
Mesoridazine
Mirtazapine
Navane
Nardil
Nortriptyline
Oxazepan
Oxcarbazepine
Surmontil
Trazodone
Thioridazine
Trilafon
Vivactil
Xanax

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