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Loxfer Liquid 60 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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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

LOXAPINE-34MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Bioapoyo

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Loxfer Liquid 60 ml

Loxfer Liquid 60 ml is a prescription medication used to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia. It belongs to a group of medicines known as antipsychotics, which help balance certain natural chemicals in the brain. By managing these chemical pathways, this medicine helps reduce unusual thoughts, hallucinations, and extreme mood shifts.

For the best results, you must take Loxfer Liquid 60 ml consistently at the same times every day as directed by your doctor. You can take this medicine with or without food, though taking it with a meal may help if it upsets your stomach. Making positive daily adjustments, such as getting regular sleep and managing stress, can also support your treatment outcomes.

Many people taking this medicine experience mild side effects like sleepiness, dry mouth, or mild constipation. However, you must contact your doctor immediately if you experience severe muscle stiffness, a high fever, fast heartbeats, or uncontrollable muscle movements in your face or body.

Before starting this treatment, talk to your doctor if you have a history of seizures, glaucoma, heart problems, or difficulty urinating. Do not take this if you are in a deep sleep state, have severe central nervous system depression, or are an older adult with dementia-related psychosis.

This medicine can interact with alcohol, causing extreme drowsiness, and smoking may change how your body processes the medication. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, breastfeeding, or are an older adult, talk to your doctor or pharmacist to discuss your specific risks and benefits.

Uses of Loxfer Liquid 60 ml

Loxfer Liquid 60 ml is prescribed to help manage schizophrenia and other conditions involving severe disturbances in thinking, mood, or behaviour. It may be used for:

  • Schizophrenia: Loxfer Liquid 60 ml helps by relieving symptoms such as hearing voices, seeing things that are not there, and feeling overly suspicious of others.
  • Acute Psychosis: Loxfer Liquid 60 ml assists in calming severe agitation, disorganised thinking, and sudden, intense behavioural disturbances.
     

Key Benefits

Loxfer Liquid 60 ml helps improve symptoms by restoring the balance of certain brain chemicals. Its benefits include:

  • Clearer Thinking: By balancing brain chemicals, Loxfer Liquid 60 ml helps clear away disorganised thoughts, making it easier to focus on daily tasks and hold conversations.
  • Reduced Hallucinations: It significantly decreases the frequency and intensity of hearing or seeing things that are not real, which brings peace of mind and reduces anxiety.
  • Emotional Balance: This medicine helps stabilise intense emotions, reducing sudden outbursts, extreme irritability, and feelings of constant nervousness or fear.
  • Improved Daily Functioning: With symptoms under control, patients can engage more fully in social activities, work, and personal care, improving their overall quality of life.
     

Directions for Use

  • Loxfer Liquid 60 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.

How Loxfer Liquid 60 ml Works

Loxfer Liquid 60 ml contains loxapine, which works by targeting and adjusting the activity of key chemical messengers in your brain, primarily dopamine and serotonin. In conditions like schizophrenia, an overactivity of dopamine can cause the brain to misinterpret signals, leading to hallucinations and disordered thoughts. By gently blocking specific dopamine receptors, Loxfer Liquid 60 ml reduces this overstimulation, bringing your brain chemistry back into a healthier balance. Additionally, its action on serotonin receptors helps improve mood, social withdrawal, and motivation, helping you feel more like yourself.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Loxfer Liquid 60 ml as it may cause increased drowsiness and lower your blood pressure.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Avoid taking Loxfer Liquid 60 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

Unsafe

Loxfer Liquid 60 ml can pass into the breastmilk, so it is not safe to breastfeed while taking Loxfer Liquid 60 ml. Consult your doctor before taking Loxfer Liquid 60 ml; your doctor will decide whether Loxfer Liquid 60 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

Unsafe

Loxfer Liquid 60 ml causes tiredness, dizziness and vision problems. Do not drive or operate machinery without consulting your doctor.

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Liver

Caution

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

Caution

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

Caution

The safety and efficacy of Loxfer Liquid 60 ml are not established in children under the age of 18 years.

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Heart

Caution

Loxfer Liquid 60 ml should be used with caution in patients with heart problems. Inform your doctor about any heart-related conditions before taking Loxfer Liquid 60 ml.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Loxfer Liquid 60 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.

What if I have taken an overdose of Loxfer Liquid 60 ml

If you suspect an overdose, seek emergency medical attention or contact a poison control centre immediately. Symptoms of an overdose may include extreme drowsiness, severe muscle tremors, rapid heart rate, or loss of consciousness.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Stay Well-Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to help manage dry mouth and reduce the risk of constipation.
  • Stand Up Slowly: Rise gradually from a sitting or lying position to minimise dizziness, lightheadedness, and the risk of falls.
  • Avoid Overheating: Stay away from excessive heat, hot tubs, and prolonged sun exposure, as Loxfer Liquid 60 ml may reduce your body's ability to cool itself by sweating.
  • Limit Excessive Caffeine: Reduce your intake of coffee, tea, energy drinks, and caffeinated soft drinks if they worsen restlessness or interfere with the calming effects of the medicine.
  • Attend Regular Check-ups: Your doctor may regularly check your weight, blood sugar, cholesterol levels, and movement symptoms to help ensure the medicine continues to work safely.
     
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Loxfer Liquid 60 ml to start to work: Loxfer Liquid 60 ml ideally shows its action within 20 to 30 minutes after administration. The time for which the effects of Loxfer Liquid 60 ml last: The effect of Loxfer Liquid 60 ml lasts for 12 hours.

What if you forget to take Loxfer Liquid 60 ml

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

•Store Loxfer Liquid 60 ml capsules at room temperature, ideally between 68°F and 77°F (20°C to 25°C). •Keep the medicine in its original container, tightly closed, to protect it from moisture and direct light. Never store this medication in the bathroom cabinet or

Drug Warnings

  • Check Your Medicine at Each Refill: Verify that you have received the correct medicine and strength before taking Loxfer Liquid 60 ml.
  • Use Caution During Activities: Do not drive, operate machinery, or perform tasks requiring full alertness until you know how Loxfer Liquid 60 ml affects you, as it may cause drowsiness or dizziness.
  • Monitor for Heat-Related Problems: Be cautious during hot weather or strenuous exercise, and seek medical attention if you develop symptoms of overheating, such as excessive thirst, dizziness, or a high body temperature.
  • Avoid Alcohol: Do not drink alcohol while taking Loxfer Liquid 60 ml, as it can increase drowsiness, impair coordination, and increase the risk of breathing problems.
  • Inform Healthcare Providers: Tell your doctor, dentist, surgeon, or other healthcare professional that you are taking Loxfer Liquid 60 ml before undergoing any medical, dental, or surgical procedure.
     

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Other drowsiness-causing medicines: Combining this medicine with sleeping pills, anxiety medications, muscle relaxers, or narcotic pain relievers can cause severe sleepiness and slow breathing.
  • Anticholinergic drugs: Taking this medicine with medicines for overactive bladder, Parkinson's disease, or certain allergies can increase the risk of severe dry mouth, constipation, and heat stroke.
  • Blood pressure medications: Combining them may cause your blood pressure to drop too low, especially when standing up.
     
LoxapineRopinirole
Critical
LoxapineBupropion
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LoxapineRopinirole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Loxfer Liquid 60 ml:
When Ropinirole is used with Loxfer Liquid 60 ml, may reduce the effects of ropinirole.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ropinirole with Loxfer Liquid 60 ml is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as drowsiness, low blood pressure, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
LoxapineBupropion
Severe
How does the drug interact with Loxfer Liquid 60 ml:
Bupropion is capable of causing seizures (fits), and combining it with Loxfer Liquid 60 ml, may enhance the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of bupropion along with Loxfer Liquid 60 ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. While taking these medications, you should avoid tasks that need mental attention, such as driving or operating dangerous machinery, until you have a better understanding of how the medications impact you. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LoxapinePhenytoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Loxfer Liquid 60 ml:
Loxfer Liquid 60 ml may decrease the blood levels and effects of phenytoin which may lead to decreased effectiveness of phenytoin.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Phenytoin and Loxfer Liquid 60 ml together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any drugs.
LoxapineTopiramate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Loxfer Liquid 60 ml:
Combining Topiramate with Loxfer Liquid 60 ml can increase the risk of CNS depression.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Topiramate and Loxfer Liquid 60 ml, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor can recommend other options that won't cause any problems when taken together. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
LoxapineMorphine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Loxfer Liquid 60 ml:
Using Morphine together with Loxfer Liquid 60 ml can increase the risk of central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Loxfer Liquid 60 ml with Morphine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any symptoms like dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in judgment, reaction speed and motor coordination, contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
LoxapinePentazocine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Loxfer Liquid 60 ml:
Taking Loxfer Liquid 60 ml with Pentazocine can increase the risk of serious side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pentazocine with Loxfer Liquid 60 ml together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in judgment contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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  • Alcohol: Consuming alcohol while taking this medicine can severely increase drowsiness, dizziness, and coordination issues.
     
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIPSYCHOTICS]

FAQs

Loxfer Liquid 60 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.
Loxfer Liquid 60 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.
Loxfer Liquid 60 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.
Loxfer Liquid 60 ml may cause an increase in blood glucose (sugar) levels. So, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised while taking Loxfer Liquid 60 ml. Diabetes patients should consult a doctor before taking Loxfer Liquid 60 ml.
Yes, orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of Loxfer Liquid 60 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 Loxfer Liquid 60 ml are advised to regularly monitor their blood pressure levels to avoid such unpleasant events.
Loxfer Liquid 60 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.
The common side effects of Loxfer Liquid 60 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 Loxfer Liquid 60 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 Loxfer Liquid 60 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 Loxfer Liquid 60 ml. Additionally, children and adolescents under 18 years old and individuals allergic to Loxfer Liquid 60 ml should not take this medication. If you fall into any of these categories, consult your doctor before taking Loxfer Liquid 60 ml.
The use of Loxfer Liquid 60 ml in elderly patients requires careful consideration. While it can be used in patients aged 65 and above, caution is advised. However, Loxfer Liquid 60 ml is not recommended for elderly patients with dementia. Consult a doctor before administering Loxfer Liquid 60 ml to elderly patients to discuss potential risks and benefits.
Loxfer Liquid 60 ml is not suitable for patients with severe heart conditions, including circulatory collapse or severe heart disorders. Caution is advised when using Loxfer Liquid 60 ml in patients with other heart diseases. To ensure safe treatment, consult your doctor before taking Loxfer Liquid 60 ml, especially if you have a pre-existing heart condition.
No, you should not stop taking this medicine suddenly, even if your symptoms improve. Stopping it abruptly can cause your symptoms to return or lead to withdrawal effects. Talk to your doctor before making any changes.
Weight gain can sometimes occur with this class of medication, though it affects everyone differently. Maintaining a balanced diet and regular physical activity can help manage this. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for personalised advice.
Taking this medicine during pregnancy or breastfeeding requires careful consideration of the risks and benefits. It should only be used if clearly needed. Talk to your doctor to discuss the best approach for you and your baby.
Yes, dry mouth is a common side effect of this medicine. You can manage it by sucking on sugarless hard candy, ice chips, or drinking water frequently. Talk to your doctor if the dryness becomes severe.
Large amounts of caffeine can interfere with the relaxing effects of this medicine and may increase restlessness or anxiety. It is best to limit your caffeine intake. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about what is safe for you.
These can be signs of a rare but very serious condition called neuroleptic malignant syndrome. If you experience severe muscle stiffness, a high fever, sweating, or confusion, seek emergency medical care immediately. Talk to your doctor for more information.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

350, HSIDC, Barhi, 131101
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