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Schizonil Plus 5 mg/2 mg Tablet

Introduction to Schizonil Plus 5 mg/2 mg Tablet

Schizonil Plus 5 mg/2 mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat schizophrenia, a mental condition characterized by hallucinations (you might see or hear things that are not there) or delusions (you might believe things that are not true). This medicine helps to reduce these symptoms and makes patients feel less confused.

 

Do you know statistics of schizophrenia in India?

According to a recent study, 0.41% of people in India currently have schizophrenia disorder, and 1.41% will experience it at some point in their lives. These rates are similar to global estimates for schizophrenia.

 

How Schizonil Plus 5 mg/2 mg Tablet works?

In schizophrenia, increased dopamine activity in the brain leads to symptoms like hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking. Schizonil Plus 5 mg/2 mg Tablet contains Trifluoperazine and Trihexyphenidyl/Benzhexol. Trifluoperazine blocks the action of dopamine, helps stabilize the brain, and treats the symptoms of schizophrenia but it may cause side effects such as shaking of hands, muscle spasms and uncontrolled movements. So Trihexyphenidyl/Benzhexol is combined to prevent these side effects.

 

How to take Schizonil Plus 5 mg/2 mg Tablet?

  • Follow your doctor's guidance on how much to take and for how long, and strictly adhere to it.
  • Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or breaking it.
  • It can be taken on an empty stomach or after meals.

 

What are the side effects of Schizonil Plus 5 mg/2 mg Tablet?

  • Hypotension
  • Urinary retention
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Nervousness
  • Constipation
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Sedation
  • Weight gain
  • Nausea

 

What are the precautions about Schizonil Plus 5 mg/2 mg Tablet?

  • Before taking this medication, consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Inform your doctor of all the other medicines you are taking and about the history of all the medical conditions you have had.
  • Tell your doctor if you have a history of liver, kidney, heart disease, breast cancer, depression, or fits.
  • Avoid activities that demand attention, as this drug might make you feel dizzy or drowsy. 
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