Psychozap is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Psychozap has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Psychozap 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.
While these are the most often observed Psychozap side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Psychozap go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Psychozap is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Psychozap has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Psychozap related warnings section.
Psychozap is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Psychozap contraindications section.
Besides this, Psychozap may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Psychozap is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Psychozap 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Psychozap safe for pregnant women?
Psychozap can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Psychozap right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Psychozap safe during breastfeeding?
Psychozap should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Psychozap on the Kidneys?
Psychozap does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Psychozap on the Liver?
Psychozap has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Psychozap on the Heart?
Psychozap is rarely harmful for the heart.
Psychozap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Psychozap unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Psychozap habit forming or addictive?
Psychozap is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Psychozap, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Psychozap can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Psychozap is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Psychozap can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Psychozap
Psychozap may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Psychozap
Consumption of alcohol and Psychozap together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Psychozap may cause weight gain. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of weight gain is not known but it is presumed that it occurs due to increased food intake caused by increased appetite. Hence you are advised to keep monitoring your weight from time to time and exercise daily to maintain a healthy weight.
Yes, Psychozap is used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It helps in improving thoughts, stabilizing mood, and behavior in schizophrenia.
Yes, Psychozap might help with OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) in those patients who are unresponsive to the conventional treatment. Scientific data suggests that it might improve the mood symptoms in the treatment of unresponsive OCD patients.
Yes, Psychozap may cause hair loss. It is an infrequent and rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of hair loss is unknown. If you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
No, Psychozap and Klonopin (clonazepam) should not be taken together at the same time because Psychozap is a derivative of benzodiazepines and clonazepam belongs to the benzodiazepine class as well. Using both of these drugs together can cause increased sedation. If you are taking them together then you are advised to consult with your doctor before consuming these two medicines together.
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