Zonil Tablet
Zonil Tablet Description
Zonil Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat Schizophrenia and Schizophrenia‐like illnesses. Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterised by episodes of hallucinations, delusions, and ex
tremely disordered thinking and behaviour. Zonil Tablet can also be used to treat non-psychotic anxiety disorder. Zonil Tablet is a combination medicine that contains Trifluoperazine and Trihexyphenidyl (Benzhexol Hydrochloride) as the active ingredients. This medicine works by affecting specific chemical messengers, which improve mood, thoughts, and behaviour. Zonil Tablet dosage should be as doctor's prescription. Stopping this medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor can cause worsening of your condition or may lead to withdrawal-like symptoms.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹24.20 |
You Save | ₹3.30 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Trifluoperazine(10.0 Mg) + Trihexyphenidyl / Benzhexol Hydrochloride(2.0 Mg) |
Uses | Schizophrenia, Non-psychotic anxiety disorder. |
Side effects | Nausea, Constipation, Sleepiness, Dizziness, Abdominal pain, Dry mouth, Weight gain. |
Therapy | ANTI-PSYCHOTICS |
Uses of Zonil Tablet
- As per CDSCO and USFDA, Zonil Tablet is used for-
- Treatment of Schizophrenia.
- Treatment of non-psychotic anxiety disorder.
Contraindications of Zonil Tablet
- If you are allergic to the ingerdients of Zonil Tablet.
- If you have low blood pressure (hypotension).
- If you have diabetes or epilepsy.
- If you have Parkinson's disease or dementia.
- If you have a seizure disorder.
- If you have heart disease.
- If you have prostate or bladder problems.
- If you have kidney or liver problems.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- If you have respiratory issues.
- If you are at high risk of having a stroke.
Side effects of Zonil Tablet
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Abdominal pain
- Dry mouth
- Weight gain
Precautions and Warnings of Zonil Tablet
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any allergic reactions after taking the Zonil Tablet.
- You notice suicidal ideation or self-harming thoughts.
- You experience any severe side effects persistently.
- You have abnormal muscle movements.
- You have any previous mild liver or kidney conditions. This medicine may need a dose adjustment.
- You have withdrawal symptoms like agitation, nausea, tremor, sweating, and confusion.
- You are using any ayurvedic medicines, vitamins, and other health supplements. Talk to your doctor about what prescription and non-prescription medications, herbal products, and nutritional supplements you’re taking or plan to take as there is a chance of medicine interaction....
Mode of Action of Zonil Tablet
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Zonil Tablet
- Take the Zonil Tablet as prescribed by the doctor.
- You can take Zonil Tablet with food or without, or as prescribed.
- Take Zonil Tablet on a regular schedule, preferably at the same time every day.
- Swallow the whole tablet orally with a glass of water. Do not break/crush the tablet.
- Do not take Zonil Tablet with other medications without consulting your doctor.
- Don’t stop taking Zonil Tablet suddenly, as it may lead to withdrawal side effects.
- Don’t exceed the dosage of Zonil Tablet, even if you cannot feel its effects.
Interactions of Zonil Tablet
Interactions with other medicines
- Zonil Tablet interacts with anxiety medicines, such as diazepam, clonazepam, chlordiazepoxide, alprazolam, and lorazepam may lead to sedation and drowsiness.
- Zonil Tablet interacts with blood-pressure-lowering medicine, such as amlodipine, lisinopril, losartan, or metoprolol can lead to extremely low blood pressure.
- Zonil Tablet interacts with pain killers, such as morphine, oxycodone, fentanyl, hydrocodone, tramadol, and codeine may cause more sedation and drowsiness.
- Zonil Tablet interacts with anti-Parkinson’s medicines such as levodopa may reduce the effects of levodopa.
- Zonil Tablet interacts with antifungal medications like itraconazole and ketoconazole can reduce its effects.
- Zonil Tablet interacts with antidepressants or mood-elevating medicines like fluoxetine and desipramine, leading to increased blood levels of Trifluoperazine and causing increased side effects.
Storage and disposal of Zonil Tablet
Dosage of Zonil Tablet
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Zishan Ahmad
MBBS, MD
Dr. Vijay Y
MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What other precautions should I take while taking Zonil Tablet?
Q: How much time does Zonil Tablet take to show its desired effect?
Q: Can I discontinue Zonil Tablet on my own after I feel improvement in my symptoms?
References
- Marques L, Soares B, Silva de Lima M. Trifluoperazine for schizophrenia. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews [Internet]. 2004 [cited 22 March 2022];
- Koch K, Mansi K, Haynes E, Adams C, Sampson S, Furtado V. Trifluoperazine versus placebo for schizophrenia. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews [Internet]. 2014 [cited 22 March 2022];.
- Drugs H. Trifluoperazine: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2022 [cited 22 March 2022]
- DailyMed - TRIFLUOPERAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE tablet, film coated [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2022 [cited 22 March 2022]
- Drugs H. Trihexyphenidyl: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2022 [cited 22 March 2022].
- [Internet]. 2022 [cited 22 March 2022].
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