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Composition :

LOXAPINE-25MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Health Plan Pharma (India) Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPSYCHOTICS

Country of origin

India
Other Info - HAL0115

FAQs

Halopac 25 mg Capsule works by balancing the chemical messengers called neurotransmitters and blocking the effect of dopamine and serotonin located in the brain, thereby helps in improving mood, behaviour and thoughts.

Halopac 25 mg Capsule can cause tiredness, dizziness and vision problems. So, it is advisable not to drive or operate machinery without consulting your doctor. It may also lower your blood pressure on sudden standing leading to dizziness, so try to get up easily to avoid this.

Halopac 25 mg Capsule may cause an increase in blood glucose (sugar) levels. So, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised while taking Halopac 25 mg Capsule . Diabetes patients should consult a doctor before taking Halopac 25 mg Capsule .

Yes, orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of Halopac 25 mg Capsule . Orthostatic hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better. People taking Halopac 25 mg Capsule are advised to regularly monitor their blood pressure levels to avoid such unpleasant events.

Halopac 25 mg Capsule may make you sweat less, making you more likely to get heatstroke. Avoid doing things that may cause you to overheat, such as hard work or exercise in hot weather, or using hot tubs. When the weather is hot, drink a lot of fluids and dress lightly.

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Halopac 25 mg Capsule . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.

Halopac 25 mg Capsule is known to cause increased mortality in people who are elderly with dementia. So, please inform your doctor if you have dementia; before starting Halopac 25 mg Capsule .

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Halopac 25 mg Capsule as it may cause increased drowsiness and lower your blood pressure.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Avoid taking Halopac 25 mg Capsule if you are pregnant unless prescribed by a doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Halopac 25 mg Capsule can pass into the breastmilk, so it is not safe to breastfeed while taking Halopac 25 mg Capsule . Consult your doctor before taking Halopac 25 mg Capsule ; your doctor will decide whether Halopac 25 mg Capsule can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not. Tell your doctor if your baby has symptoms of dizziness or tremor.

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Driving

Unsafe

Halopac 25 mg Capsule causes tiredness, dizziness and vision problems. Do not drive or operate machinery without consulting your doctor.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

The safety and efficacy of Halopac 25 mg Capsule are not established in children under the age of 18 years.

About Halopac 25 mg Capsule

Halopac 25 mg Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called 'antipsychotics' used to treat schizophrenia and manic depression (or bipolar disorder). Halopac 25 mg Capsule also treats short-term treatment of long-term aggression in people with Alzheimer's dementia and mentally disabled children. Schizophrenia is a mental condition in which the person may feel, hear or see things that are not there, believe things that are not truly feel unusually suspicious or confused. Manic depression, or bipolar disorder, is a severe brain disorder in which a person experiences extreme mood swings (variance in thinking) and frequent mood and behaviour changes. 

Halopac 25 mg Capsule contains 'Loxapine', which works by blocking the effects of chemical messengers in the brain (i.e., dopamine and serotonin), thereby helps in improving mood, behaviour, and thoughts. Halopac 25 mg Capsule elevates the symptoms of the disease and prevents them from coming back. 

Take Halopac 25 mg Capsule as your doctor has prescribed it. You are suggested to take $ame as long as your doctor has prescribed it after checking your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as Parkinsonism, difficulty sleeping, sleepiness, depression, anxiety, restlessness, shortness of breath, abdominal pain, dizziness, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Halopac 25 mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not take Halopac 25 mg Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Halopac 25 mg Capsule causes drowsiness and dizziness, do not drive unless you are alert. Halopac 25 mg Capsule can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor for treating conduct disorder. Halopac 25 mg Capsule should not be given to children for treating schizophrenia or mania. Avoid consuming alcohol with Halopac 25 mg Capsule as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Halopac 25 mg Capsule

Schizophrenia, Manic depression (bipolar disorder)

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Medicinal Benefits

Halopac 25 mg Capsule is used in the treatment of certain mood disorders like schizophrenia. This drug makes a person think more clearly, be less nervous and live a normal life. Halopac 25 mg Capsule also decreases aggression and wishes to hurt your self or other persons. It also helps in reducing hallucinations about the things that actually not present there. Being an antipsychotic drug, it works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances like dopamine in the brain.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Liquid/Drops: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the dropper/measuring cup/dosing syringe provided by the pack.

Side Effects of Halopac 25 mg Capsule

  • Dizziness
  • Faintness.
  • Blurred vision.
  • Weakness.
  • Dry mouth.
  • Trouble in falling asleep or staying asleep.
  • Increased saliva.
  • Nausea.

Drug Warnings

Halopac 25 mg Capsule have some sedative effects, start within 20 to 30 minutes and lasted through 12 hours, so it is advised to avoid driving or doing such work that needs mental alertness. Halopac 25 mg Capsule can not be used in comatose patients or persons heavily dependent on barbiturates, alcohol, and narcotics. This medicine should not be used in people who are allergic to this medicine or any other component of the drug. Halopac 25 mg Capsule should be used with caution in elderly persons as they are at more risk of serious side effects of the medicine. Halopac 25 mg Capsule is not allowed to use for the treatment of dementia-related psychosis.  Halopac 25 mg Capsule can be given to children above 10 years if prescribed by the doctor for treating a mental condition like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Halopac 25 mg Capsule as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Rise slowly from sitting or lying position as Halopac 25 mg Capsule causes orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing). Inform your doctor before taking Halopac 25 mg Capsule if you have diabetes as Halopac 25 mg Capsule can cause an increase in blood sugar levels. Halopac 25 mg Capsule may not be suitable for people with a history of prolactin-dependant breast cancer as Halopac 25 mg Capsule increases the levels of prolactin. Halopac 25 mg Capsule should not be used in adults to treat dementia-related psychosis. 
 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LoxapineRopinirole
Critical
LoxapinePentazocine
Severe

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LoxapineRopinirole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Halopac 25 mg Capsule:
When Ropinirole is used with Halopac 25 mg Capsule, may reduce the effects of ropinirole.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ropinirole with Halopac 25 mg Capsule is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as drowsiness, low blood pressure, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
LoxapinePentazocine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Halopac 25 mg Capsule:
Taking Halopac 25 mg Capsule with Pentazocine can increase the risk of serious side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pentazocine with Halopac 25 mg Capsule together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in judgment contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
LoxapineMorphine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Halopac 25 mg Capsule:
Using Morphine together with Halopac 25 mg Capsule can increase the risk of central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Halopac 25 mg Capsule with Morphine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any symptoms like dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in judgment, reaction speed and motor coordination, contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
LoxapineBupropion
Severe
How does the drug interact with Halopac 25 mg Capsule:
Bupropion is capable of causing seizures (fits), and combining it with Halopac 25 mg Capsule, may enhance the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of bupropion along with Halopac 25 mg Capsule can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. While taking these medications, you should avoid tasks that need mental attention, such as driving or operating dangerous machinery, until you have a better understanding of how the medications impact you. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LoxapinePhenytoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Halopac 25 mg Capsule:
Halopac 25 mg Capsule may decrease the blood levels and effects of phenytoin which may lead to decreased effectiveness of phenytoin.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Phenytoin and Halopac 25 mg Capsule together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any drugs.
LoxapineTopiramate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Halopac 25 mg Capsule:
Combining Topiramate with Halopac 25 mg Capsule can increase the risk of CNS depression.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Topiramate and Halopac 25 mg Capsule, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor can recommend other options that won't cause any problems when taken together. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • GABAPENTIN
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  • CLONAZEPAM
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  • PREGABALIN
  • HYDROXYZINE
  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • OXYCODONE
  • TRAMADOL
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • SERTRALINE
  • TRAZODONE
  • DULOXETINE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • ARIPIPRAZOLE
  • LORAZEPAM
  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • CITALOPRAM
  • DIAZEPAM

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

While taking Halopac 25 mg Capsule , you may become more sensitive to extreme temperature conditions (like too hot or too cold temperature), so it is advisable to avoid getting too cold or too hot or becoming dehydrated, especially during summer. Drink plenty of fluid and water to cope with this condition. 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
  • Regularly attend therapy sessions.
  • Perform meditation and yoga.
  • Follow a regular sleep pattern.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Learn about your condition, understand the risk factors and follow the doctor’s treatment plan.

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