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How long do the effects of Thorazine last?
Nausea and Vomiting — Dosage and frequency of administration should be adjusted according to the severity of the symptoms and response of the patient. The duration of activity following intramuscular administration may last up to 12 hours.
What is the half life of Thorazine?
Chlorpromazine
| Clinical data | |
|---|---|
| Elimination half-life | 30 hours |
| Excretion | Urine (43–65% in 24 hrs) |
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What does Thorazine do to the body?
It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. Chlorpromazine is also used to control nausea/vomiting, relieve prolonged hiccups, relieve restlessness/anxiety before surgery, and help treat tetanus.
What are the long term side effects of Thorazine?
Long-term use of chlorpromazine can cause a serious movement disorder that may not be reversible.
- uncontrolled muscle movements in your face (chewing, lip smacking, frowning, tongue movement, blinking or eye movement);
- stiffness in your neck, tightness in your throat, trouble breathing or swallowing;
What happens if you take too much Thorazine?
Overdose symptoms may include dry mouth, bloating or stomach cramps, feeling restless, fever, muscle stiffness, jerky muscle movements, changes in heart rate, fainting, or seizure (convulsions).
Do doctors still prescribe Thorazine?
The brand name Thorazine is discontinued in the U.S. Generic forms may be available.
What are the dosages for Thorazine?
Dosage of chlorpromazine in schizophrenia, other psychoses, anxiety and agitation etc. Adult: Initially 25 mg t.d.s. or 75 mg at bedtime increasing by daily amounts of 25 mg to an effective maintenance dose. This is usually in the range 75 to 300 mg daily but some patients may require up to 1 g daily.
Who should not take Thorazine?
low levels of white blood cells. low levels of a type of white blood cell called neutrophils. alcoholism. a type of movement disorder called parkinsonism.