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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Loxapax Liquid 30 ml is used to treat schizophrenia and manic depression (bipolar disorder). It contains Loxapine which works by blocking the effects of chemical messengers in the brain and helps improve mood, behaviour, and thoughts. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as restlessness, sleepiness, abdominal pain, dizziness, and headache. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

LOXAPINE-25MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Dd Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Loxapax Liquid 30 ml

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml is used to treat schizophrenia and manic depression (or bipolar disorder). Loxapax Liquid 30 ml also treats short-term treatment of long-term aggression in people with Alzheimer's dementia and mentally disabled children. Schizophrenia is a mental condition in which the person may feel, hear or see things that are not there, believe things that are not true, or feel unusually suspicious or confused. Manic depression, or bipolar disorder, is a severe brain disorder in which a person experiences extreme mood swings (variance in thinking) and frequent mood and behaviour changes. 

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml contains 'Loxapine', which works by blocking the effects of chemical messengers in the brain (i.e., dopamine and serotonin), thereby helping in improving mood, behaviour, and thoughts. Loxapax Liquid 30 ml elevates the symptoms of the disease and prevents them from coming back. 

Take Loxapax Liquid 30 ml as your doctor has prescribed it. You are suggested to take $ame as long as your doctor has prescribed it after checking your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as Parkinsonism, difficulty sleeping, sleepiness, depression, anxiety, restlessness, shortness of breath, abdominal pain, dizziness, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Loxapax Liquid 30 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not take Loxapax Liquid 30 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Loxapax Liquid 30 ml causes drowsiness and dizziness; do not drive unless you are alert. Loxapax Liquid 30 ml can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor for treating conduct disorder. Loxapax Liquid 30 ml should not be given to children for treating schizophrenia or mania. Avoid consuming alcohol with Loxapax Liquid 30 ml as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Loxapax Liquid 30 ml

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and other mood disorders. The detailed uses of Loxapax Liquid 30 ml are as follows:

  • Treats Schizophrenia: Loxapax Liquid 30 ml helps improve mood, behaviour, and thoughts in patients with schizophrenia by blocking the effects of certain chemical messengers in the brain (such as dopamine and serotonin).
  • Manages Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression): Loxapax Liquid 30 ml helps control the symptoms of bipolar disorder by stabilising mood and reducing episodes of mania (extreme excitement).
  • Controls Aggression: Loxapax Liquid 30 ml may be used for the short-term management of aggression and agitation in patients with Alzheimer's dementia and mentally disabled children.

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Directions for Use

  • Loxapax Liquid 30 ml can be taken with or without food as prescribed by your doctor.
  • It is usually taken two to four times a day; however, follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medicine.
  • Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not chew, crush, or break it.

Key Benefits

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml is used in the treatment of certain mood disorders like schizophrenia. This drug makes a person think more clearly, be less nervous and live a normal life. Loxapax Liquid 30 ml also decreases aggression and wishes to hurt yourself or other persons. It also helps in reducing hallucinations about the things that actually not present there. Being an antipsychotic drug, it works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances like dopamine in the brain.

How Loxapax Liquid 30 ml Works

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml contains 'Loxapine', which works by blocking the effects of chemical messengers in the brain (i.e., dopamine and serotonin), thereby helping in improving mood, behaviour, and thoughts. Loxapax Liquid 30 ml elevates the symptoms of the disease and prevents them from coming back.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Loxapax Liquid 30 ml

Take Loxapax Liquid 30 ml only as prescribed by the physician. Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include fainting, seizures, and weak or shallow breathing. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml have some sedative effects, start within 20 to 30 minutes and lasted through 12 hours, so it is advised to avoid driving or doing such work that needs mental alertness. Loxapax Liquid 30 ml can not be used in comatose patients or persons heavily dependent on barbiturates, alcohol, and narcotics. This medicine should not be used in people who are allergic to this medicine or any other component of the drug. Loxapax Liquid 30 ml should be used with caution in elderly persons as they are at more risk of serious side effects of the medicine. Loxapax Liquid 30 ml is not allowed to use for the treatment of dementia-related psychosis.  Loxapax Liquid 30 ml can be given to children above 10 years if prescribed by the doctor for treating a mental condition like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Loxapax Liquid 30 ml as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Rise slowly from sitting or lying position as Loxapax Liquid 30 ml causes orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing). Inform your doctor before taking Loxapax Liquid 30 ml if you have diabetes as Loxapax Liquid 30 ml can cause an increase in blood sugar levels. Loxapax Liquid 30 ml may not be suitable for people with a history of prolactin-dependant breast cancer as Loxapax Liquid 30 ml increases the levels of prolactin. Loxapax Liquid 30 ml should not be used in adults to treat dementia-related psychosis. 
 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
  • Regularly attend therapy sessions.
  • Perform meditation and yoga.
  • Follow a regular sleep pattern.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Learn about your condition, understand the risk factors and follow the doctor’s treatment plan.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Loxapax Liquid 30 ml as it may cause increased drowsiness and lower your blood pressure.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Avoid taking Loxapax Liquid 30 ml if you are pregnant unless prescribed by a doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml can pass into the breastmilk, so it is not safe to breastfeed while taking Loxapax Liquid 30 ml. Consult your doctor before taking Loxapax Liquid 30 ml; your doctor will decide whether Loxapax Liquid 30 ml can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not. Tell your doctor if your baby has symptoms of dizziness or tremor.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml causes tiredness, dizziness and vision problems. Do not drive or operate machinery without consulting your doctor.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

The safety and efficacy of Loxapax Liquid 30 ml are not established in children under the age of 18 years.

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Heart

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml should be used with caution in patients with heart problems. Inform your doctor about any heart-related conditions before taking Loxapax Liquid 30 ml.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml should be given with caution in elderly patients due to an increased risk of side effects. It is important to inform your doctor before using it.

FAQs

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml is used to treat schizophrenia and manic depression (or bipolar disorder). It is also used to treat aggression in people with Alzheimer's dementia and mentally disabled children.

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml works by balancing the chemical messengers called neurotransmitters and blocking the effect of dopamine and serotonin located in the brain, thereby helps in improving mood, behaviour and thoughts.

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml can cause tiredness, dizziness and vision problems. So, it is advisable not to drive or operate machinery without consulting your doctor. It may also lower your blood pressure on sudden standing leading to dizziness, so try to get up easily to avoid this.

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml may cause an increase in blood glucose (sugar) levels. So, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised while taking Loxapax Liquid 30 ml. Diabetes patients should consult a doctor before taking Loxapax Liquid 30 ml.

Yes, orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of Loxapax Liquid 30 ml. Orthostatic hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better. People taking Loxapax Liquid 30 ml are advised to regularly monitor their blood pressure levels to avoid such unpleasant events.

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml may make you sweat less, making you more likely to get heatstroke. Avoid doing things that may cause you to overheat, such as hard work or exercise in hot weather, or using hot tubs. When the weather is hot, drink a lot of fluids and dress lightly.

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Loxapax Liquid 30 ml. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml is known to cause increased mortality in people who are elderly with dementia. So, please inform your doctor if you have dementia; before starting Loxapax Liquid 30 ml.

The common side effects of Loxapax Liquid 30 ml are dizziness, faintness, blurred vision., weakness, dry mouth, trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, increased saliva and nausea. Please consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Taking more than the required dose of Loxapax Liquid 30 ml leads to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose include fainting, seizures, unconsciousness, and weak or shallow breathing. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention, even if there are no symptoms.

Certain individuals should avoid taking Loxapax Liquid 30 ml. These include patients with brain damage, pheochromocytoma (adrenal gland tumour), or blood dyscrasias (blood disorders). Comatose patients, those with low white blood cell or platelet count, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should also avoid Loxapax Liquid 30 ml. Additionally, children and adolescents under 18 years old and individuals allergic to Loxapax Liquid 30 ml should not take this medication. If you fall into any of these categories, consult your doctor before taking Loxapax Liquid 30 ml.

The use of Loxapax Liquid 30 ml in elderly patients requires careful consideration. While it can be used in patients aged 65 and above, caution is advised. However, Loxapax Liquid 30 ml is not recommended for elderly patients with dementia. Consult a doctor before administering Loxapax Liquid 30 ml to elderly patients to discuss potential risks and benefits.

Loxapax Liquid 30 ml is not suitable for patients with severe heart conditions, including circulatory collapse or severe heart disorders. Caution is advised when using Loxapax Liquid 30 ml in patients with other heart diseases. To ensure safe treatment, consult your doctor before taking Loxapax Liquid 30 ml, especially if you have a pre-existing heart condition.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sitapura Industrial Area, Sitapura, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302022
Other Info - LOX0097

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