Trifluoperazine+isopropamide
About
Trifluoperazine+isopropamide belongs to a group of class of medicine known as anticholinergics. It is primarily used to treat irritable bowel syndrome, peptic ulcers, and indigestion. Irritable bowel syndrome is a common disease that affects the large intestine. Peptic ulcers are sores that develop on the stomach and intestine lining due to erosion of the stomach's protective lining.
Trifluoperazine+isopropamide is a combination of two medicines namely Trifluoperazine and Isopropamide. Isopropamide works by relaxes the muscles in the digestive tract and decreases intestinal spasms. Trifluoperazine is an antipsychotic that works by blocking a chemical messenger's action in the brain known as dopamine that disturbs mood and thoughts.
Take Trifluoperazine+isopropamide as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Trifluoperazine+isopropamide for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience nausea, dryness in the mouth, constipation, sleepiness, weight gain, dizziness, orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), difficulty in urination, blurred vision. Most of these side effects of Trifluoperazine+isopropamide do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Trifluoperazine+isopropamide should not be taken if you are known to be allergic to Trifluoperazine+isopropamide or any other medicines. Trifluoperazine+isopropamide should not be taken in the conditions like kidney or liver disease. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Trifluoperazine+isopropamide. Trifluoperazine+isopropamide should not be used in children below 6 years of age. Trifluoperazine+isopropamide may cause sleepiness and dizziness, it is advisable to you not drive unless you are alert. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may worsen sleepiness.
Uses of Trifluoperazine+isopropamide
Medicinal Benefits
Trifluoperazine+isopropamide is primarily used to treat irritable bowel syndrome, peptic ulcers, and indigestion. Trifluoperazine+isopropamide relieves the symptom of this disease effectively by relaxing the muscles in your intestine and stomach. Normally it is used with other medicines for the treatment of your condition. Trifluoperazine+isopropamide contains isopropamide that works by relaxes the muscles in the digestive tract and decreases intestinal spasms. On the other hand, Trifluoperazine+isopropamide also contains trifluoperazine is an antipsychotic which works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger in the brain known as dopamine that disturbs mood and thoughts.
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Storage
Side Effects of Trifluoperazine+isopropamide
- Nausea
- Dry mouth
- Blurred vision
- Constipation
- Sleepiness
- Weight gain
- Excessive thirst
- Muscle weakness
- Abdominal Pain
- Dizziness
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Difficulty in urination
- Blurred vision.
- Loss of consciousness
- Decreased blood pressure
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Trifluoperazine+isopropamide if you are allergic to any of its contents. Trifluoperazine+isopropamide should not be taken in the conditions like kidney or liver disease. Inform your doctor if you have heart disease, fits disorder, Parkinson's disease, history of blood clotting disorder, muscle weakness, glaucoma (increased eye pressure). A Trifluoperazine+isopropamide should not be taken if you have body temperature changes, loss of memory, brain damage, and enlarged prostate gland (a gland present between penis and bladder. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Trifluoperazine+isopropamide. Trifluoperazine+isopropamide should not be used in children below 6 years of age. Trifluoperazine+isopropamide may cause sleepiness and dizziness it is advisable to you do not drive unless you are alert. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may worsen sleepiness.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Trifluoperazine+isopropamide may have interaction with medicines for irregular heartbeats (quinidine), pain killer (codeine), antiparkinson’s disease (levodopa), antiallergic (cetirizine), antidiabetic (insulin aspart).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Trifluoperazine+isopropamide as it may worsen sleepiness.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Trifluoperazine+isopropamide may have interactions with heart disease, glaucoma (increased eye pressure), liver disease, and depression.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking Trifluoperazine+isopropamide as it may worsen sleepiness.
Pregnancy
unsafeConsult your doctor before taking Trifluoperazine+isopropamide if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as Trifluoperazine+isopropamide may cause harmful effects on the unborn baby.
Breast Feeding
unsafeBreastfeeding is not recommended. Trifluoperazine+isopropamide may pass into the breast milk and may harm the new-born baby. Breast-feeding mothers should not take Trifluoperazine+isopropamide.
Driving
unsafeTrifluoperazine+isopropamide may cause drowsiness and sleepiness. Do not drive or handle machinery unless you are alert.
Liver
cautionTrifluoperazine+isopropamide to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor. However, Trifluoperazine+isopropamide is not safe in patients with liver disease as per available data.
Kidney
cautionTrifluoperazine+isopropamide to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
unsafeTrifluoperazine+isopropamide should not be given to children below 6 years of age.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat smaller meals more often.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
- Maintain a healthy weight by regular exercising.
- Avoid carbonated and caffeinated beverages.
- Practice relaxation techniques and avoid stress by doing yoga or meditation.
- Avoid foods such as high-fat food, spicy food, chocolates, citrus fruits, pineapple, tomato, onion, garlic, tea, and soda.
- Avoid deep-fried and spicy foods.
- Foods containing probiotics may help in providing relief from gas and bloating.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): It is a common disease that affects the large intestine. IBS is also known as irritable colon, spastic colon, spastic colitis, and mucous colitis. An irritable bowel syndrome is a group of intestinal symptoms that occur together. The exact cause is unknown, but common causes of IBS are acidity, stress, carbonated foods and beverages, irregular hormone levels, certain food, and medications. Symptoms include abdominal pain, cramps, bloating, gas, constipation, and/or diarrhea.
Peptic ulcers: Peptic ulcers are sores that develop on the stomach and intestine lining due to erosion of the stomach protective lining. Symptoms include nausea, appetite changes, bloody or dark stools, unexplained weight loss, vomiting, and indigestion.
Indigestion: In this pain or discomfort occurs in the stomach related to problems in digesting food.
FAQs
Trifluoperazine+isopropamide is a combination of two medicines namely Trifluoperazine and Isopropamide. Isopropamide works by relaxes the muscles in the digestive tract and decreases intestinal spasms. Trifluoperazine is an antipsychotic that works by blocking a chemical messenger's action in the brain known as dopamine that disturbs mood and thoughts.
Constipation might be a side-effect of Trifluoperazine+isopropamide. Drink enough fluids and eat fiber-rich food if you experience constipation.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Trifluoperazine+isopropamide. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.
Please do not stop taking Trifluoperazine+isopropamide on your own as it might cause withdrawal symptoms such as fits, shaking, muscle cramps, stomach cramps, depression, vomiting, sleeping problems, and sweating. Consult your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Trifluoperazine+isopropamide, the doctor may gradually reduce the dose.
The most common side effects of Trifluoperazine+isopropamide are nausea, dryness in the mouth, constipation, sleepiness, weight gain, dizziness, orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), difficulty in urination, blurred vision. Most of these side effects of Trifluoperazine+isopropamide do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
