Pronunciation: THYE oh RID a zeen
Brand: Mellaril
10 mg, round, orange, imprinted with M 54, 10
25 mg, round, orange, imprinted with M 58, 25
50 mg, round, orange, imprinted with 50, M 59
100 mg, round, orange, imprinted with 100, M 61
10 mg, round, orange, imprinted with M 54, 10
25 mg, round, orange, imprinted with M 58, 25
100 mg, round, orange, imprinted with 100, M 61
10 mg, round, yellow, imprinted with MP12
25 mg, round, yellow, imprinted with MP 14
50 mg, round, yellow, imprinted with MP 17
100 mg, round, yellow, imprinted with MP 160
10 mg, round, red, imprinted with GG, 30
10 mg, round, yellow, imprinted with MP12
10 mg, round, orange, imprinted with M 54, 10
100 mg, round, red, imprinted with GG 34, 100
100 mg, round, yellow, imprinted with MP 160
100 mg, round, orange, imprinted with 100, M 61
25 mg, round, red, imprinted with GG 32, 25
25 mg, round, yellow, imprinted with MP 14
25 mg, round, orange, imprinted with M 58, 25
50 mg, round, red, imprinted with GG 33, 50
50 mg, round, yellow, imprinted with MP 17
50 mg, round, orange, imprinted with 50, M 59
You should not use thioridazine if you have a heart rhythm disorder, a history of long QT syndrome, untreated or uncontrolled high blood pressure, very low blood pressure, or if you have drowsiness, slow breathing, weak pulse, or decreased alertness.
Thioridazine is not approved for use in older adults with dementia-related psychosis.
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.
You should not use thioridazine if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
Thioridazine can cause a serious heart problem. Your risk may be higher if you also use certain other medicines. Your doctor may change your treatment plan if you also use:
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or if you become pregnant. Taking antipsychotic medicine in the last 3 months of pregnancy may cause breathing problems, feeding problems, or withdrawal symptoms in the newborn.
It may not be safe to breastfeed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk.
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.
You will need frequent medical tests. Your heart function may need to be checked using an electrocardiograph or ECG (sometimes called an EKG).
If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using thioridazine.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Dizziness or drowsiness can cause falls, accidents, or severe injuries.
Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy.
Avoid drinking alcohol. Dangerous side effects could occur.
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
High doses or long-term use of thioridazine can cause a serious movement disorder that may not be reversible. The longer you use thioridazine, the more likely you are to develop this disorder, especially if you are a woman or an older adult.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
Common side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Taking thioridazine with other drugs that make you sleepy or slow your breathing can cause dangerous or life-threatening side effects. Ask your doctor before using opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures.
Many drugs can affect thioridazine, and some drugs should not be used at the same time. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed here.
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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