Tripaazine Tablet contains Trifluoperazine, an antipsychotic used to prevent and treat relapses of schizophrenia (a mental illness). Additionally, Tripaazine Tablet may be used for anxiety and depression over a short period, nausea and vomiting. Tripaazine Tablet inhibits the dopamine (chemical messenger) receptors in the brain. Dopamine is involved in regulating mood, behavior, and emotions. Thereby, Tripaazine Tablet helps in controlling psychotic illness, relieving depression, lightening the mood, and relieving anxiety symptoms such as fear and panic. Also, Tripaazine Tablet blocks dopamine receptors in the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ) and inhibits transmission of messages to the vomiting center. Thereby, it helps in controlling nausea and vomiting.

FAQs

What is the use of Tripaazine Tablet?

Tripaazine Tablet is used to treat schizophrenia (a mental illness). Additionally, it may be used for anxiety, depression, nausea and vomiting.

How does Tripaazine Tablet work?

Tripaazine Tablet contains Trifluoperazine, an antipsychotic that works by inhibiting the dopamine (chemical messenger) receptors in the brain. Dopamine is involved in regulating mood, behaviour and emotions. Thereby, Tripaazine Tablet helps in relieving depression, lighten the mood and relieve anxiety symptoms such as fear and panic. Also, Tripaazine Tablet blocks dopamine receptors in the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ) and inhibits transmission of messages to the vomiting centre. Thereby, it helps in controlling nausea and vomiting.

Can I take Tripaazine Tablet with levodopa?

You are not recommended to take Tripaazine Tablet with levodopa (antiparkinson drug) as it may decrease the effectiveness of levodopa and increase the risk of adverse effects such as low blood pressure, drowsiness, light-headedness and dizziness. However, please consult your doctor before using Tripaazine Tablet with any other medicines.

Can a dementia patient take Tripaazine Tablet?

Tripaazine Tablet should be avoided by dementia (decline in memory, behaviour, thinking and ability to do daily activities) patients as it may increase the risk of severe adverse effects. Therefore, inform your doctor if you are suffering from dementia before taking Tripaazine Tablet.

Is Tripaazine Tablet used to treat nausea and vomiting?

Tripaazine Tablet may be used to treat nausea and vomiting. Tripaazine Tablet blocks dopamine receptors in the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ) in the brain and inhibits transmission of messages to vomiting centre. Thereby, it helps in controlling nausea and vomiting.

Does Tripaazine Tablet cause dizziness?

Tripaazine Tablet may cause dizziness, especially while standing up suddenly from a sitting or lying position. Therefore, to avoid such adverse effects, standing up slowly if you are sitting or lying down is advised. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

Is Tripaazine Tablet safe for patients suffering from fits?

Tripaazine Tablet should be used cautiously in patients suffering from fits as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have a history of fits before taking Tripaazine Tablet.

Does using Tripaazine Tablet cause abnormal movements?

Tripaazine Tablet medication may cause face/muscle twitching and uncontrollable movements (tardive dyskinesia). In some cases, this condition may be permanent. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop any uncontrollable movements such as lip smacking, mouth puckering, tongue thrusting, chewing, or unusual arm/leg movements.