THIOTHIXENE - ORAL (Navane) side effects, medical uses, and drug interactions.

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GENERIC NAME: THIOTHIXENE - ORAL (thigh-oh-THICKS-een)

BRAND NAME(S): Navane

USES: This medication is used to treat symptoms of certain types of mental conditions.

HOW TO USE: Take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs, unless directed otherwise by your doctor. The liquid concentrate form must be measured carefully and diluted with 4 ounces or more of water, milk, juice, or carbonated beverage. It can be mixed into applesauce or pudding. Do not dilute in coffee, tea, or colas. The drug may lose effectiveness. Take immediately after diluting. This medication must be taken as prescribed. Do not stop taking this drug suddenly without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may worsen if the medication is suddenly stopped.

SIDE EFFECTS: May cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision. Use caution performing tasks that require alertness. Other side effects include stomach upset, increased appetite, headache, dry mouth, sweating, sleep disturbances or restlessness. These effects should subside as your body adjusts to the medication. Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain, a rapid heart rate, difficulty breathing, aching muscles and joints, unusual bleeding or bruising, tremors, skin rash, involuntary movements of the face/tongue/or mouth (chewing movements, puckering, twitching tongue), yellowing skin or eyes. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: blood diseases, history of alcoholism, glaucoma, heart or blood vessel disease, seizures, Parkinson's disease, an enlarged prostate, allergies (especially to phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine). This drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Small amounts of thiothixene appear in breast milk. Consult with your doctor before breast-feeding. Use of alcohol and other sedative type medications can lead to extreme drowsiness. This medication can increase sensitivity to sunlight. Avoid prolonged sun exposure. Wear a sunscreen and protective clothing. This medication can reduce sweating making you more susceptible to heat stroke. Avoid strenuous work or exercise in hot weather. Avoid extreme cold also, since your body's temperature regulation is affected.