Trifluperidol Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Trifluperidol-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Trifluperidol brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Trifluperidol

Pronunciation : Tri-flu-pe-r-idol

Therapeutic Classification : Antipsychotics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Trifluperidol

India :

Triperidol

Overview of Trifluperidol

Trifluperidol is a typical antipsychotic medication used for the treatment of psychoses including mania and schizophrenia.

Why is Trifluperidol Prescribed? (Indications)

Trifluperidol is prescribed for the treatment of psychoses including mania and schizophrenia. It is mostly used in positive symptoms of schizophrenia.

Trifluperidol is a typical antipsychotic that belongs to the butyrophenone chemical class. It was discovered at Janssen Pharmaceutica in 1959.

When should Trifluperidol not be taken? (Contraindications)

Trifluperidol is contraindicated in people with known allergy against the drug or other butyrophenones or other drug ingredients.

What is the dosage of Trifluperidol?

The recommended dose of the drug is 0.25mg or 0.5mg in the tablet form, 0.5mg / 5 ml as trifluperidol hydrochloride in an oral liquid and 1mg / ml as trifluperidol hydrochloride in an injection.

How should Trifluperidol be taken?

Trifluperidol should be taken as directed by the physician.

What are the warnings and precautions for Trifluperidol?

• Trifluperidol should be given to pregnant and lactating women only if the benefits outweigh the risks as the drug could result in EPS in neonates and infants.

• Trifluperidol should not be given to patients having Parkinson’s disease.

• When terminating the drug, taper the dose slowly to prevent withdrawal symptoms.

• Monitor blood pressure, fasting blood sugar, and lipids routinely if taking the drug for long-term use.

What are the side effects of Trifluperidol?

Most important: Extrapyramidal effects (EPS) like acute dystonia (severe spasms affecting neck and eyes), Parkinsonian symptoms, akathisia (physical and psychological restlessness) and tardive dyskinesia (involuntary movements of the tongue and mouth)

Eye: Blurred vision

Gastrointestinal: Constipation

Heart: Prolonged QT interval, hypotension

Others: Dry mouth, weight gain, muscle stiffness and cramping, Neuroleptic malignant syndrome