GENERIC NAME: THIORIDAZINE- ORAL (thigh-oh-RID-uh-zeen)

BRAND NAME(S): Mellaril

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WARNING: Serious heart problems (QTc interval prolongation) have occurred in patients taking thioridazine. QTc prolongation can infrequently result in serious, rarely fatal, irregular heartbeats. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for details. Ask for instructions about whether you need to stop any other QTc-prolonging drugs you may be using in order to minimize the risk of this effect. This medicine should be used only when treatment with other drugs have failed.

USES: This medication is used to treat a mental/emotional condition (schizophrenia) that is untreatable with other drugs. It may be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

HOW TO USE: Take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs unless directed otherwise by your doctor. Your dosage is based on your condition and response to the medication. Take this medication exactly as prescribed. Do not increase your dose or stop taking this drug without first consulting your doctor. In the treatment of mental or emotional conditions, it may take up to two weeks for full benefit to be noticed.

SIDE EFFECTS: Constipation, drowsiness, vision changes or dry mouth may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Unlikely to occur but report promptly: restlessness, muscle stiffness, weakness, difficulty speaking, loss of balance, mask- like facial expression, trembling or shaking, dizziness, lip smacking or other uncontrollable movements, difficulty urinating, skin rash/discoloration. Very unlikely to occur but report promptly: sore throat, unusual bleeding or bruising, stomach pain, yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, hot dry skin, vomiting. Though very unlikely to occur, notify your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following effects: severe muscle stiffness, confusion, fever, seizures, irregular/fast heartbeat, increased sweating, prolonged/painful erection, fainting. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.