Melleril (Thioridazine)
Brand Name: Melleril
Generic Name: Thioridazine
Manufacturer/Agent: Novartis Pharma
Formulation: tabs
Strength: 25mg
Pack size: 100
Trade Price: KES 732.00
Retail Price: @ KES 9.76
Class: Tricyclic Or Related Antidepressants (CNS agents)
Mechanism of Action:
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Molecular Formulae: C21H26N2S2.HCL = 407.0
Precautions: Severe cns depression or cardiovascular disorders. sensitivity to phenothiazines. history of blood dyscrasia.
Indications/Uses: Schizophrenia, mania 150-600mg daily. psychomotor agitation 75-200mg. behavioural disorders in children 75-150mg daily, with food.
Interactions: Hypnotics. alcohol. quinidine. narcotics.
Side Effects: Sedation. dry mouth. visual disturbances. vertigo. orthostatic hypotension. nasal stuffiness.