Chlorpromazine is used to treat and prevent the return of symptoms in Schizophrenia and other mental health related conditions. Learn how to use the medication, its common side effects, special precautions to watch out for, and more.
Chlorpromazine belongs to a class of medications known as typical (first-generation) antipsychotics. It is used to treat and prevent the return of symptoms in Schizophrenia and other mental health related conditions such as:
Chlorpromazine may also be used to control severe behavioural problems in children. Check with your healthcare professional if you are unsure why you are given this medication.
Inform your healthcare professional if:
Chlorpromazine can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. Wear protective clothing or use sunscreen if necessary.
The mentioned side effects generally affect up to 10% of patients.
Most of the side effects listed here will improve with time. Speak with your doctor if any of them continues, worsens or affects your daily life.
The symptoms of a drug allergy include one or more of the following:
Rarely this medication may cause:
If you experience any of these symptoms, you should stop your medication and see your healthcare professional immediately.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Chlorpromazine as it can cause excessive sleepiness.
Store in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep this medication away from children.
Pack this medication into a trash bag and seal it tightly before throwing into the rubbish chute or bin.
Please take note that the above is not a complete list of all possible side effects. If you have any concerns about your medication or if you have other side effects that you think are caused by this medication, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
If you take more than the recommended dose, please seek medical advice immediately. The information provided on this page does not replace information from your healthcare professional. Please consult your healthcare professional for more information.
This article is jointly developed by members of the National Medication Information workgroup. The workgroup consists of cluster partners (National Healthcare Group, National University Health System and SingHealth), community pharmacies (Guardian, Unity and Watsons) and Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore. The content does not reflect drug availability and supply information in pharmacies and healthcare institutions. You are advised to check with the respective institutions for such information.
Last updated on Aug 2023
This article was last reviewed on Thursday, May 09, 2024