Loxazen 25mg Capsule

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 09 Nov 2024 | 01:10 AM (IST)

Loxazen 25mg Capsule is used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It may also be used to treat depression and bipolar disorder. It alters the thoughts and elevates the mood, improving the person’s ability to think, feel and behave.

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Loxapine (25mg)

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Product introduction

Loxazen 25mg Capsule should be taken with food, preferably at the same time each day. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine 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 you change 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.

Before taking it, inform your doctor if you are suffering from thyroid or kidney problems, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, glaucoma, or any heart problems. You should not take this medicine if you are under the influence of alcohol or any sleep-inducing, cough, and/ or allergy medication. This medicine can also lead to weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking with high-calorie food, and exercise regularly.

Uses of Loxazen Capsule

Benefits of Loxazen Capsule

Treatment of Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings, and behavior become abnormal. Loxazen 25mg Capsule helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.

Treatment of Depression
Loxazen 25mg Capsule helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain that affect mood and behavior. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, helps you sleep better, and increases your energy levels. Loxazen 25mg Capsule prevents extreme changes in mood and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.

Treatment of Bipolar disorder
Loxazen 25mg Capsule works to restore the normal balance of nerve activity in your brain. It can help prevent extreme changes in mood and help you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of low mood. It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time. It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least six months but possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor advises you to. You should continue to eat well and keep fit to reduce symptoms of bipolar disorder.

Side effects of Loxazen Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Loxazen

Sleepiness
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Dryness in mouth
Abnormality of voluntary movements
Weight gain
Increased prolactin level in blood
Urinary retention
Constipation
Muscle stiffness
Tremors

How to use Loxazen Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Loxazen 25mg Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Loxazen Capsule works

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

Quick tips

Loxazen 25mg Capsule should be taken with food, preferably at the same time every day.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Loxazen 25mg Capsule can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Immediately inform the doctor if the person taking Loxazen 25mg Capsule starts to have breathing problems.
Older people who have memory loss and psychosis have a higher risk of death if they take Loxazen 25mg Capsule.
Do not stop taking the medicine without talking to your doctor as it can worsen the condition.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Loxazen 25mg Capsule.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Loxazen 25mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Loxazen 25mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Loxazen 25mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Loxazen 25mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Loxazen 25mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Loxazen 25mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Loxazen 25mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Dibenzoxazepine Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Typical Antipsychotics

References

Stahl SM, editor. Loxapine. In: Stahl's Essential Pschopharmacology: Prescriber's Guide. 5th ed. New York, New York: Cambridge University Press; 2014. pp. 377-82.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 825-26.
Loxapine [FDA Label]. Mountain View, CA: Alexza Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 1975. [Accessed 02 Mar. 2020] (online) Available from:
Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Loxapine. [Updated 2018 Oct 31]. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
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Patient concerns

Treatment about bipolar disorder

Dr. Ravi Shankar M.

Ayurveda

Tab. Manasa Mitra Vataki 1-0-1 and Kalyanaka Ghritam 10 gram twice a day with luke warm wtar after food and Sarswatharishta 15 ml twice a day with equal quantity of water for 2 months

Suffering from bipolar disorder

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Bipolar Affective Disorder is a chronic problem caused by Neuro chemical disturbance in brain. It is characterised by excessive mood swings leading to disruption in routine life. Treatment is with mood stabilizer medicines and antipsychotic medicines which may need to continue throughout life. Please see a psychiatrist for further guidance.

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