Clopixol Acuphase Injection 200mg

Product Description

Product Name: Clopixol Acuphase Injection 200mg 

Product Form: Injection

Pack Size: 1s

Manufactured By: Lundbeck

Used For:

Clopixol 25mg contains Zuclopenthixol, an antipsychotic medication from the thioxanthene class. It is primarily used to treat:

• Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders
• Acute and chronic psychosis
• Mania in bipolar disorder
• Severe aggression or agitation in psychiatric conditions

Side Effects:

Common side effects:

• Drowsiness, dizziness
• Dry mouth, constipation
• Increased appetite and weight gain
• Blurred vision
• Low blood pressure (hypotension)

Serious side effects (seek medical attention if these occur):

• Extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) – muscle stiffness, tremors, restlessness
• Tardive dyskinesia – involuntary movements of the face/tongue
• Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) – high fever, muscle rigidity, confusion
• Severe allergic reactions – swelling, breathing difficulties
• Heart rhythm problems – irregular heartbeat, palpitations

Precautions:

• Avoid if you have severe heart disease, liver/kidney problems, or epilepsy.
• Use with caution in elderly patients (increased risk of stroke).
• Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor.
• Can cause drowsiness, so avoid alcohol, driving, or operating heavy machinery.
• May interact with other sedatives, antidepressants, and antihypertensive drugs.
• Regular monitoring of heart function, liver enzymes, and blood counts may be needed.