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Can Chlorpromazine Cause Drowsiness
hiccups. My Dad is having palliatice care for cancer. he has a tumour at the junction of the stomach and oesophagus, which has spread to the liver and lymph nodes. The hiccups cause problems with breathing and he has had episodes of choking. He is taking Chlorpromazine, which has been increased to 50mgs 4 times a day. I worry about side effects (drowsiness etc)..any ideas about alternative treatment? Thanks
Fri, 11 Dec 2020
Hi,
Chlorpromazine is a psychiatric drug which belongs to the group of medications known as phenothiazine anti-psychotics that is used to treat certain mental disorders like schizophrenia, psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, behavioral problems in children etc. It is also used to treat and control nausea, vomiting, prolonged hiccups, anxiety, tetanus etc. Drowsiness is one of common side effects of Chlorpromazine.
Other side effects are dizziness, lightheadedness, dry mouth, blurred vision, tiredness, constipation, weight gain, trouble sleeping, decreased sweating, stuffy nose, difficulty in micturition, allergic reactions etc. Other medications like Haloperidol, Baclofen or Metoclopramide also can be used to treat prolonged hiccups.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician
Chlorpromazine is a psychiatric drug which belongs to the group of medications known as phenothiazine anti-psychotics that is used to treat certain mental disorders like schizophrenia, psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, behavioral problems in children etc. It is also used to treat and control nausea, vomiting, prolonged hiccups, anxiety, tetanus etc. Drowsiness is one of common side effects of Chlorpromazine.
Other side effects are dizziness, lightheadedness, dry mouth, blurred vision, tiredness, constipation, weight gain, trouble sleeping, decreased sweating, stuffy nose, difficulty in micturition, allergic reactions etc. Other medications like Haloperidol, Baclofen or Metoclopramide also can be used to treat prolonged hiccups.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician
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