Oxypertine (Oxypertine)
Overview of Oxypertine
Oxypertine is an indole derivative with general properties similar to those of the phenothiazine, chlorpromazine. It has been given by mouth in the treatment of various psychoses including schizophrenia, mania, and disturbed behaviour, and of severe anxiety.
Indication of Oxypertine
Oxypertine is primarily indicated in conditions like Mania, Psychosis, Schizophrenia.
Contraindication of Oxypertine
Oxypertine is contraindicated in conditions like Coma,Comatose states,Hypersensitivity to the drug.
Side Effects of Oxypertine
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Oxypertine, which give rise to further complications include Convulsions, Tachycardia, Cataract, Leucopenia, Depression, Gynacomastia, Blurred vision, Galactorrhea, Photophobia.,The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Oxypertine are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Drowsiness, Constipation, Dry mouth, Weight gain, Dermatitis, Agitation.
Precautions of Oxypertine
Consult current official advice regarding OXYPERTINE Not recommended for children Caution in patients taking Monoamine Oxidase Inhibiting antidepressants (MAOI). OXYPERTINE may cause hypertensive crisis CSM/CHM warning regarding neuroleptic malignant syndrome with OXYPERTINE Causes pain at site of injection