Mellaril

Mellaril
Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Disease(s): Schizophrenia

Generic Mellaril is used for treating mental disorder known as schizophrenia (a severe loss of contact with reality).

10mg

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360 tablets ILS 1935.14 ILS 2.29 ILS 824.95
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180 tablets ILS 934.02 ILS 2.48 ILS 446.03
120 tablets ILS 580.24 ILS 2.83 ILS 339.79
90 tablets ILS 387.42 ILS 3.36 ILS 302.60
60 tablets ILS 194.59 ILS 4.42 ILS 265.42
30 tablets ILS 7.67 ILS 230.01

25mg

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360 tablets ILS 1910.18 ILS 2.95 ILS 1062.39
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180 tablets ILS 901.97 ILS 3.25 ILS 584.31
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120 tablets ILS 565.90 ILS 3.54 ILS 424.96
90 tablets ILS 371.31 ILS 4.13 ILS 371.84
60 tablets ILS 212.30 ILS 4.72 ILS 283.13
30 tablets ILS 8.26 ILS 247.71

50mg

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360 tablets ILS 1803.94 ILS 4.43 ILS 1593.59
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180 tablets ILS 778.02 ILS 5.12 ILS 920.74
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120 tablets ILS 459.66 ILS 5.61 ILS 672.85
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90 tablets ILS 282.77 ILS 6.30 ILS 566.61
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60 tablets ILS 159.00 ILS 6.79 ILS 407.25
30 tablets ILS 9.44 ILS 283.13

Thioridazine tablet

What is this medicine?

THIORIDAZINE is used to treat schizophrenia. This medicine should only be used when other medications have not worked, because it can cause serious heart-related side effects.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

  • blood disorders
  • dementia
  • frequently drink alcoholic beverages
  • heart or liver disease
  • Parkinson's disease
  • uncontrollable movement disorder
  • an unusual or allergic reaction to thioridazine, other medicines foods, dyes, or preservatives
  • pregnant or trying to get pregnant
  • breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine?

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking except on the advice of your doctor or health care professional.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. While this drug may be prescribed for children for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What may interact with this medicine?

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:

  • amoxapine
  • arsenic trioxide
  • certain antibiotics like clarithromycin, erythromycin, gatifloxacin, grepafloxacin, moxifloxacin, sparfloxacin
  • cisapride
  • clozapine
  • diltiazem
  • droperidol
  • ephedrine
  • gefitinib
  • imatinib
  • levomethadyl
  • local anesthetics
  • medicines for mental depression
  • medicines to control irregular heart rhythms
  • octreotide
  • pentamidine
  • phenylpropanolamine
  • pimozide
  • pindolol
  • propranolol
  • ranolazine
  • risperidone
  • terbinafine
  • trimethobenzamide
  • ziprasidone

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

  • barbiturate medicines like phenobarbital
  • diuretics
  • local and general anesthetics
  • phenytoin
  • prescription pain medicines
  • warfarin

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress.

You may get drowsy, dizzy, or have blurred vision. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol can increase possible dizziness or drowsiness. Avoid alcoholic drinks.

This medicine can reduce the response of your body to heat or cold. Try not to get overheated. Avoid temperature extremes, such as saunas, hot tubs, or very hot or cold baths or showers. Dress warmly in cold weather.

This medicine can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/booths.

Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water may help. Contact your doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe.

What side effects may I notice from this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

  • blurred vision
  • breast enlargement in men or women
  • breast milk in women who are not breast-feeding
  • chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeat
  • confusion, restlessness
  • dark yellow or brown urine
  • difficulty breathing or swallowing
  • dizziness or fainting spells
  • drooling, shaking
  • fever, chills, sore throat
  • involuntary or uncontrollable movements of the eyes, mouth, head, arms, and legs
  • seizures
  • stomach area pain
  • unusual bleeding or bruising
  • unusually weak or tired
  • yellowing of skin or eyes

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

  • difficulty passing urine
  • difficulty sleeping
  • headache
  • sexual dysfunction
  • skin rash, or itching

This list may not describe all possible side effects.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature below 30 degrees C (86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.