Normazine Forte is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Schizophrenia, Mania, Parkinson's Disease. The alternative uses of Normazine Forte have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Normazine Forte depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Normazine Forte include Nausea or vomiting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Normazine Forte can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Normazine Forte are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Normazine Forte is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Normazine Forte related warnings talks about Normazine Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Normazine Forte is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Normazine Forte contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Normazine Forte with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Normazine Forte is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Normazine 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Is the use of Normazine Forte safe for pregnant women?
Normazine Forte may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Normazine Forte again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Normazine Forte safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Normazine Forte may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Normazine Forte should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Normazine Forte on the Kidneys?
Normazine Forte rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Normazine Forte on the Liver?
Normazine Forte may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Normazine Forte on the Heart?
Normazine Forte is not harmful for the heart.
Normazine 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 Normazine Forte unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Normazine Forte habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Normazine Forte has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Normazine Forte
Taking Normazine Forte with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Normazine Forte
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Normazine Forte as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 433
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)