Cisordinol
Cisordinol is a medicine used to treat mental health conditions like schizophrenia, mania, and agitation by helping to balance chemicals in the brain.
Form
tabletti, kalvopäällysteinen
Strength
10 mg
Active Ingredient
Zuclopenthixol dihydrochloride
Manufacturer
H. Lundbeck A/S
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will tell you your exact dose. It usually starts from 2 mg to 50 mg daily and can be adjusted.
Method
Swallow tablets whole with water. You can take them with or without food. At first, you might take it 2-3 times a day; later, usually once a day.
Important
The highest daily dose is 150 mg.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Feeling sleepy, trouble sleeping, difficulty focusing, dry mouth.
- •Unusual or stiff movements, trembling hands, inability to sit still (restlessness), Parkinson-like symptoms.
- •Headache, dizziness (especially when standing up), sweating a lot, vision problems.
- •Increased saliva, constipation, nausea, diarrhea, loss of appetite, weight loss.
- •Fast heartbeat, feeling weak, low blood pressure, feeling generally unwell.
- •Abnormal urination, skin reactions to sunlight, itching, unusual dreams, reduced sex drive, depression.
- •Men may have problems with erections or ejaculation. Women may have menstrual problems and weight gain with long-term use.
RARE
- •Seizures, tingling or numbness, involuntary mouth/tongue movements (tardive dyskinesia).
- •Weak muscles, increased appetite, stomach pain, indigestion, gas, swollen bowel, thirst, fever.
- •Allergic reactions, increased sex drive, stuffy nose, shortness of breath, skin rash or inflammation.
- •Muscle stiffness, jaw stiffness (lockjaw), twisted neck or abnormal head posture, muscle pain.
- •Fainting spells, hot flashes, abnormal liver tests, difficulty reaching orgasm (women), milk discharge from breasts.
- •Overactive reflexes, migraine, low levels of blood cells (platelets, white blood cells).
- •Skin discoloration (purple spots), high blood sugar, poor glucose control, high blood fats.
- •Jaundice (yellow skin/eyes), liver inflammation, missed periods.
- •Long-lasting, painful erection not related to sexual excitement (priapism).
- •Changes in heart rhythm, including a slow heart rate or other irregularities (prolonged QT interval, arrhythmias).
- •Blood clots, especially in the legs (swelling, pain, redness), which can travel to the lungs causing chest pain and breathing problems.
Important Warnings
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to zuclopenthixol or any other ingredients.
- Do not take this medicine if your consciousness is low, you have an adrenal gland tumor (pheochromocytoma), or abnormal blood cell counts.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you get a high fever, stiff muscles, confusion, or a very fast heartbeat, as these could be signs of a serious condition called neuroleptic malignant syndrome.
- Contact your doctor right away if you notice involuntary movements of your mouth or tongue, as this could be an early sign of another serious condition called tardive dyskinesia.
- Seek immediate medical help if you get signs of a blood clot, such as swelling, pain, or redness in your legs, or chest pain and trouble breathing.
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- Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, seizures, diabetes, brain problems (organic brain syndrome), risk factors for stroke, low potassium or magnesium levels, or heart disease.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine, as it can make you very drowsy.
- Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel drowsy or dizzy, especially at the start of treatment.
- This medicine is not recommended for children or teenagers.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.