Thoraplan 25mg Tablet

Quick info

Thoraplan 25mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It alters thoughts and elevates mood, improving the person’s ability to think, feel, and behave. Thoraplan 25mg Tablet should be taken with food, preferably at the same time each day. This helps maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important not to stop this medication suddenly without consulting your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. Common side effects include dry mouth, abnormality of voluntary movements, urinary retention, constipation, and muscle rigidity. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when changing positions; rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness; do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you have thyroid or kidney problems, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, glaucoma, or any heart problems. Avoid alcohol or any sleep-inducing, cough, and/or allergy medication while on this medicine. This medicine can also lead to weight gain; eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid high-calorie snacks, and exercise regularly.

How it works

Thoraplan 25mg Tablet is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.

Direction of use

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. Thoraplan 25mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Tips

• Thoraplan 25mg Tablet should be taken with food, preferably at the same time every day.
• It may increase your weight, blood sugar, and cholesterol. Eat healthy, exercise regularly, and monitor your blood levels regularly.
• Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Thoraplan 25mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
• Get regular eye examinations while taking this medicine as it can sometimes cause eye problems.
• Get regular blood tests to monitor the levels of electrolytes (salts such as potassium and magnesium) in your blood as suggested by your doctor.
• Regularly get your heart function monitored as suggested by your doctor.
• Inform your doctor if you experience any abnormal movements, particularly of the face, lips, jaw, and tongue, while taking this medicine.