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About Peridol Injection
Peridol Injection is used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It is also used to treat psychosis, mania, severe behavior problems, and Tourette syndrome (chronic multiple motor and vocal problems and involuntary responses) in adults and children.Peridol Injection works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood. It is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional only. Use it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not stop suddenly without talking to the doctor, as it may worsen your symptoms. The doctor may check heart function and level of electrolytes such as sodium and magnesium before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may also cause dehydration.Some common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), dryness in the mouth, urinary retention, constipation, and tremor. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Additionally, this medicine can lead to weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, and exercise regularly.
How It Works
Peridol Injection is used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It is also used to treat psychosis, mania, severe behavior problems, and Tourette syndrome (chronic multiple motor and vocal problems and involuntary responses) in adults and children.Peridol Injection works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood. It is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional only. Use it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not stop suddenly without talking to the doctor, as it may worsen your symptoms. The doctor may check heart function and level of electrolytes such as sodium and magnesium before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may also cause dehydration.Some common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), dryness in the mouth, urinary retention, constipation, and tremor. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Additionally, this medicine can lead to weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, and exercise regularly.
How to Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Storage
Store below 30C
Prescription required. Upload a valid prescription at checkout or via prescription upload.
Composition of Peridol Injection
Uses of Peridol Injection
Key Benefits of Peridol Injection
- In Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a persons thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Peridol Injection helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.
Side Effects of Peridol Injection
- Abnormality of voluntary movements
- Constipation
- Dryness in mouth
- Increased prolactin level in blood
- Muscle stiffness
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Sleepiness
- Tremors
- Urinary retention
- Weight gain
This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Safety Advice for Peridol Injection
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Peridol Injection.
Peridol Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Peridol Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Peridol Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
There is limited information available on the use of Peridol Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Peridol Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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