Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml

Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml belongs to the class of drugs called antipsychotics used in the treatment of schizophrenia. Also, it is used to control motor and speech tics of Tourette’s disorder. Schizophrenia affects the ability of a person to feel, think and behave clearly. Tourette's syndrome is a mental disorder characterized by uncontrollable, repetitive movements or unwanted sounds (tics). 

Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml contains Haloperidol which blocks the dopamine receptors in the brain, preventing its overactivity, thereby controlling psychotic illnesses and improving disturbed thoughts, behaviour and feelings in mental conditions such as schizophrenia.

Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Sometimes, Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml may cause common side effects such as drowsiness, tremors, neck stiffness, nausea or vomiting, increased salivation, and weight gain. Most of these side effects of Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Haloperidol or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml. Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml is not recommended for children. Dose adjustment may be required for elderly or physically unwell patients. Avoid driving until your doctor says it is safe, as Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml may impair your physical or mental abilities required for driving. You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml as it may increase the effects of alcohol.

Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml contains Haloperidol, an antipsychotic used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It works by blocking the dopamine receptors in the brain, preventing its overactivity, thereby controlling psychotic illnesses and improving disturbed thoughts, behaviour and feelings in mental conditions such as schizophrenia. Thus, Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml improves overall behaviour and thoughts and helps in having a better social life and comfortably doing daily activities. Additionally, Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml is used to control motor and speech tics in Tourette's syndrome (a nervous system problem that causes unwanted sounds or sudden movements). 

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Haloperidol or other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml. Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml is not recommended for children. Dose adjustment may be required for elderly or physically unwell patients. Avoid driving until your doctor says it is safe, as Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml may impair your physical or mental abilities required for driving. You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml as it may increase the effects of alcohol. If you have Parkinson’s disease, avoid receiving Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml. If you suffer from electrolyte imbalance, inform your doctor before receiving Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml.

• Limit the intake of caffeine as it may reduce the effectiveness of Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml.
• Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. Eat more fish, especially oily fish such as salmon, sardines, trout, mackerel, pilchards and herring.
• Cut down on sugars, salt and saturated fats.
• Drink adequate water to keep the body hydrated.
• Exercise regularly and maintain a stable weight as Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml may cause weight gain.
• Avoid the consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness.

• Drowsiness
• Tremors
• Neck stiffness
• Nausea or vomiting
• Increased salivation
• Weight gain

• Elderly patients (more than 65 years of age) with dementia-related psychosis treated with Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml can be at an increased risk of death. 
• Psychodol LA 50 mg Injection 1 ml is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia-related psychosis. 

Schizophrenia: It is a mental disorder that affects a person's ability to feel, think and behave clearly. Mania is a mental condition that causes intense excitement, high energy, and delusions (misbeliefs). Mania may occur due to lack of sleep or sleep pattern changes, high levels of stress, and alcohol intake. Seek medical help immediately if you have any self-harming or suicidal thoughts.