Stelazine
What it is used for
Chronic therapy In higher doses for the management of psychotic disorders, such as acute and chronic schizophrenia, psychosis due to organic brain damage, toxic psychosis, manic depressive psychosis and psychosis associated with mental deficiency. Short term therapy For the relief of delusions, hallucinations and confusion, and for the control of tremulousness and aggressive behaviour in alcoholic patients. In low doses to control excessive anxiety, tension and agitation in non-psychotic disorders. Trifluoperazine is not recommended as first line therapy in patients with non-psychotic anxiety disorders, nor should therapy be carried out for more than 12 weeks. For nausea and vomiting (see Section 4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient trifluoperazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Visual appearance
Blue, round, biconvex film coated tablets with “5” embossed on one side and other side plain.
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