Why was Mellaril discontinued?

The brand name for thioridazine, Mellaril, was discontinued in 2005 due to potential long-term effects, but it is still available in the generic version.

Can you overdose on thioridazine?

If you take too much thioridazine, call your healthcare provider or local Poison Control Center, or seek emergency medical attention right away. If thioridazine is administered by a healthcare provider in a medical setting, it is unlikely that an overdose will occur.

Is Mellaril sedating?

In the recommended dosage ranges with Mellaril® (thioridazine HCl) most side effects are mild and transient. Central Nervous System: Drowsiness may be encountered on occasion, especially where large doses are given early in treatment.

What class of drug is Mellaril?

Mellaril (thioridazine HCl) is an anti-psychotic medication in the phenothiazine class used to treat psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia, and is usually given after other medications have been tried without successful treatment of schizophrenia.

What is the oldest antipsychotic drug?

Chlorpromazine was the first antipsychotic and was followed by a large number of other antipsychotics, many with diverse chemical structures. However, so far, no antipsychotic has been shown to be significantly more effective than chlorpromazine in treating schizophrenia with the notable exception of clozapine.

What does Thorazine do to the brain?

Thorazine (chlorpromazine) is a conventional or typical antipsychotic medication belonging to a class of drugs called phenothiazines. It works by interfering with dopaminergic transmissions and reducing excitement in the brain. This medication is only available with a doctor or psychiatrist’s prescription.

Is Mellaril the same as Thorazine?

Mellaril (thioridazine) Thorazine (chlorpromazine) has more side effects than other medicines like it. It is most useful during psychotic episodes because it slows you down quickly.

Does thioridazine affect your heart?

Thioridazine can cause a serious heart problem, especially if you also use certain other medicines for infections, asthma, heart problems, high blood pressure, depression, mental illness, cancer, malaria, or HIV. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or stop using.

What are the side effects of Mellaril?

Side Effects Dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, difficulty urinating, constipation, restlessness, headache, and blurred vision may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Dizziness and lightheadedness can increase the risk of falling.

Is Haldol a sedative?

Haldol causes sedation, and sedation may be greater if Haldol is taken with alcohol and other drugs that can cause sedation such as the benzodiazepine class of anti-anxiety drugs for example: diazepam (Valium) lorazepam (Ativan)

What is the weakest antipsychotic?

Of the atypical antipsychotics, risperidone is the weakest in terms of atypicality criteria. Although early clinical studies with risperidone indicated that the incidence of EPS is not greater than that seen with placebo, this may not be the case.

What is the strongest antipsychotic drug?

Clozapine, which has the strongest antipsychotic effect, can cause neutropenia.

Are there any side effects from taking Mellaril?

Mellaril can cause a life-threatening heart rhythm disorder, especially if you use certain other medicines at the same time. Many medicines should not be taken together with this medicine because they may cause this heart rhythm disorder or other serious medical problems. This includes: other antipsychotic medicines.

Can you take Mellaril and other medicines at the same time?

Mellaril can cause a life-threatening heart rhythm disorder, especially if you use certain other medicines at the same time. Many medicines should not be taken together with this medicine because they may cause this heart rhythm disorder or other serious medical problems.

What kind of Medicine is Mellaril used for?

Mellaril is an antipsychotic medicine called a phenothiazine (FEEN-oh-THYE-a-zeen). It works by changing the actions of chemicals in your brain. Mellaril is used to treat schizophrenia.

Is there a generic version of Mellaril available?

The Mellaril brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available. What is Mellaril? Mellaril is a phenothiazine (FEEN-oh-THYE-a-zeen) antipsychotic medicine that is used to treat schizophrenia.