Largactil Information

Largactil, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Schizophrenia, Mania. Secondary and off-label uses of Largactil have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Largactil depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Largactil can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Largactil are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Largactil's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Largactil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Largactil is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Largactil contraindications section.

Besides this, Largactil may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Largactil, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Largactil Benefits & Uses
Largactil Dosage & How to Take
Largactil Side Effects
Largactil Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Largactil with Other Drugs
Largactil Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Largactil
Largactil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Largactil Benefits & Uses

Largactil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)
Tetanus
Porphyria
Psychosis

Largactil Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Largactil Related Warnings

Is the use of Largactil safe for pregnant women?

Largactil may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Largactil, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Largactil safe during breastfeeding?

Largactil should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Largactil on the Kidneys?

Largactil is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Largactil on the Liver?

Largactil is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Largactil on the Heart?

Largactil has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Largactil with Other Drugs

Largactil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Propranolol

Codeine

Primaquine

Procainamide

Moderate

Paracetamol,Tramadol

Largactil Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Largactil unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Breast Cancer
Reye's syndrome
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Asthma
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Largactil

Is this Largactil habit forming or addictive?

Largactil can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Largactil you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Largactil is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, this Largactil works for mental disorders.

Yes

Largactil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Largactil

You can take Largactil with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Largactil

Taking alcohol with Largactil can be dangerous.

Severe