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Mesoridazine: Drug Information, Side Effects and Precautions

Mesoridazine is a medication used to treat schizophrenia. It is also used to reduce restlessness, anxiety, and tension. It also helps reduce hyperactivity and uncooperativeness in some people. There are others similar to this drug, which can be found on other pages of this site.

Mesoridazine Dosage and Usage Information

This medication is to be taken exactly how it was prescribed to you by your doctor. Furthermore, you are not to stop this medication unless directed to do so by your doctor. You can take this medication with or without food.

In Case of a Missed Dose

You would take the dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for your next dose (or very close to that time) then you would skip the missed dose and go back to the regularly scheduled one. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.

In Case of an Overdose

In the case of an overdose you would seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies related to overdose you can contact a poison control center as soon as possible.

Mesoridazine Side Effects

Every medication affects each person in a little different way.

The list of some of the less serious side affects associated with Mesoridazine include as follows

  1. Constipation
  2. Diarrhea
  3. Drowsiness
  4. Dry mouth
  5. Headache
  6. Restlessness
  7. Upset stomach
  8. Vomiting
  9. Weight gain

Some of the more serious side effects of this medication include as follows

  1. Severe CNS depression
  2. Comotose state
  3. Blood  dyscrasias
  4. Bone marrow depression
  5. Liver damage
  6. Hypertension or hypotensive heart disease

Mesoridazine Precautions

Before you take Mesoridazine you need make sure you are honest with your doctor about any and all existing medical conditions. You will also need to inform your doctor about any and all prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking. You particularly need to inform your doctor if you are using any phenothiazines substances, antacids, antihistamines, antidepressant medications or any other medications.

Those who are pregnant should be aware that the safety of Mesoridazine during this time has not been established. Therefore, you should inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Mesoridazine Storage and Disposal

This medication should be kept in the container it came in, tightly closed and away from children. Furthermore, it should be stored in a dry place at room temperature, and not in places such as the bathroom. All medication that is no longer needed or outdated should be thrown away. Your pharmacist can inform you about the proper disposal of your medication.

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