Clozine Forte is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Schizophrenia, Mania, Parkinson's Disease. The alternative uses of Clozine Forte have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Clozine Forte depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Clozine Forte include Nausea or vomiting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Clozine Forte can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Clozine Forte are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clozine Forte is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Clozine Forte related warnings talks about Clozine Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure must refrain from the use of Clozine Forte since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Clozine Forte have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Clozine Forte have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Clozine Forte is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Clozine Forte is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Clozine Forte safe for pregnant women?
Clozine Forte can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Clozine Forte right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Clozine Forte safe during breastfeeding?
Clozine Forte may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Clozine Forte on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Clozine Forte on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Clozine Forte on the Liver?
Clozine Forte has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Clozine Forte on the Heart?
Clozine Forte is completely safe for the heart.
Clozine Forte should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clozine Forte unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clozine Forte habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Clozine Forte is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Clozine Forte
It is safe to take Clozine Forte with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clozine Forte
Consuming Clozine Forte with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
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References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Trihexyphenidyl Hydrochloride (trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Artane (trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride)