Combidol 5mg/2mg Kit

Short Description

Combidol 5mg/2mg Kit is a combination medicine used to treat schizophrenia, a mental disorder that affects thoughts and behavior.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Combidol 5mg/2mg Kit is a combination medicine used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It alters the thoughts and elevates the mood, improving the person's ability to think, feel and behave.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Combidol 5mg/2mg Kit may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed

Alcohol Warning

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication as it may lower its efficacy.

Combidol 5mg/2mg Kit is a combination of two medicines: Haloperidol and Trihexyphenidyl. Haloperidol is a typical antipsychotic that works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (dopamine) in the brain that affects thoughts and mood. Trihexyphenidyl is added to treat and prevent side effects such as involuntary movements (shaking of hands, muscle spasms).

Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Combidol 5mg/2mg Kit can cause dizziness and sleepiness. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication as it may lower its efficacy. It can cause dry mouth. Maintain good oral hygiene, drink water, chew sugarless gum, or suck on hard candy for the dry mouth. It can make you more sensitive to changes in temperature. Drink plenty of liquids and dress appropriately. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma or trouble passing urine. Do not stop taking Combidol 5mg/2mg Kit without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.