PIMOZIDE

Overview

PIMOZIDE is a Schedule H drug.
Pimozide works by changing the actions of chemicals in the brain.Pimozide is used in people with Tourette’s syndrome. Pimozide suppresses the physical (motor) and vocal (phonic) symptoms of tics when these symptoms interfere with daily life function.Pimozide is not for use in treating motor tics that are not caused by Tourette’s syndrome. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.

Usage

PIMOZIDE is generally used to treat: Tourette Syndrome, Schizophrenia
PIMOZIDE can address symptoms like: Uncontrollable Verbal Outbursts

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

• You should not use this medicine if you have long QT syndrome.
• You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to pimozide or other antipsychotic medicines.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
• Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
• Do not stop using pimozide suddenly, or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms.
• Do not take two doses at one time.
• Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you,Your reactions could be impaired.
• Grapefruit may interact with pimozide and lead to unwanted side effects.
• Your blood electrolyte level (magnesium, potassium) should be regularly monitored.
• Do not change your dose or stop taking pimozide, even if you are feeling well, as this may worsen your symptoms.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PIMOZIDE over-dosage can result in: Lightheadedness, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Difficult To Wake From Sleep, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

PIMOZIDE : Constipation, Depression, Essential Tremor, Hyperprolactinaemia, Slurred Speech, Eyes Blurred Vision, Restless Or Irritability, Difficulty Sleeping, Dry Mouth, Dizziness, Loss Of Balance, Mood Swings, Unusual Facial Expression, Drowsiness, Head Headache, Loss Of Appetite, Fatigue (tiredness), Nausea, Vomit

Serious Side-Effects

PIMOZIDE : Tardive Dyskinesia, Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, Neutropenia, Seizure, Irregular Heartbeat, Arms Stiffness, Legs Stiffness, Hands Shaking, Body Discoloration, Back Pain, Difficulty Swallowing, Involuntary Head Turning Or Twisting

Rare Side-Effects

PIMOZIDE : Skin Rash, Muscle Cramp, Bladder Control, Loss Of, Blood Pressure, High, Rapid Breathing, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fever, Body Excessive Sweating, Throat Soreness, Eyes Jerking Eye Movements, Irregular Menstrual Periods, Face Swelling, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Food Interactions

Using caffeine together with pimozide may increase the levels of pimozide and affect the rhythm of your heart.

Disease Interactions

PIMOZIDE can interfere with: Dementia, Alcoholism, Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, Respiratory Failure, Tardive Dyskinesia, Pituitary Cancer, Hypokalemia, Heart Arrhythmias, Diarrhoea, Magnesium Deficiency, Tourette Syndrome, Seizure, Breast Cancer, Hyperprolactinaemia, Neutropenia, Glaucoma, Urinary Retention, Parkinsonism, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

PIMOZIDE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENTS / ANTIPSYCHOTICS / PSYCHOTHERAPEUTIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with PIMOZIDE as Ingredient

ARKAZID 2MG TAB	PIMOZIDE 2.0 MG
ARKAZID 4MG TAB	PIMOZIDE 4.0 MG
ATARAP 2MG TAB	PIMOZIDE 2.0 MG
ATARAP 4MG TAB	PIMOZIDE 4.0 MG
LARAP 2MG TAB	PIMOZIDE 2.0 MG
LARAP 4MG TAB	PIMOZIDE 4.0 MG
MOZEP 2MG TAB	PIMOZIDE 2.0 MG
MOZEP 4MG TAB	PIMOZIDE 4 MG
ORAP 4MG TAB	PIMOZIDE 4.0 MG
PIMIDE 2MG TAB	PIMOZIDE 2.0 MG
PIMIDE 4MG TAB	PIMOZIDE 4.0 MG
PIMOZ 2MG TAB	PIMOZIDE 2.0 MG
PIMOZ 4MG TAB	PIMOZIDE 4.0 MG
R ZEP 2MG TAB	PIMOZIDE 2.0 MG
R ZEP 4MG TAB	PIMOZIDE 4.0 MG