Zuclopenthixol: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Zuclopenthixol is a thioxanthene antipsychotic. It is a prescription medicine used for schizophrenia, other psychoses and mania. In Pakistan it is available as injections and syrup. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Zuclopenthixol works

Zuclopenthixol blocks dopamine D1 and D2 receptors in the brain, reducing the overactive dopamine signalling thought to drive hallucinations, delusions and agitation. It also has a calming, sedating effect, which can help when a person is very distressed or disturbed.

What is Zuclopenthixol used for?

• Schizophrenia
• Other psychoses
• Mania

Zuclopenthixol is used to treat schizophrenia and other psychotic illnesses. It comes as tablets and as injections: a shorter-acting injection may be used in hospital to settle a severe episode of psychosis or mania, while the long-acting depot injection is used for maintenance treatment to help prevent relapse in people who are already stable.

Side effects of Zuclopenthixol

While Zuclopenthixol is being started or adjusted, you may notice some of these common effects:

• Drowsiness
• Muscle stiffness, tremor or slowed movements
• Restlessness
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness, especially when standing up
• Weight gain

Seek urgent medical attention for a high temperature with stiff muscles and confusion, fainting or a pounding irregular heartbeat, fits, or uncontrollable twisting movements of the face, tongue or body.

Precautions and warnings

• Tell your doctor if you have heart disease or a heart rhythm problem, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, liver or kidney problems, or glaucoma.
• Zuclopenthixol can make you drowsy; avoid alcohol and do not drive or use machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Your doctor will review your other medicines, as several drugs increase the risk of heart rhythm problems when combined with it.
• Do not stop treatment suddenly; any change should be made gradually under your psychiatrist's supervision.
• If you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before starting or continuing treatment.

Frequently asked questions about Zuclopenthixol

What is the price of Zuclopenthixol in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Zuclopenthixol products currently in stock range from Rs 543 to Rs 1,284 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Prulax Syrup 120ml at Rs 543. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Zuclopenthixol are available in Pakistan?

Zuclopenthixol is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Clopixol and Prulax (Matrix Pharma Ltd).

Do I need a prescription for Zuclopenthixol?

Yes. Zuclopenthixol is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.

Can Zuclopenthixol be used during pregnancy?

If you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before starting or continuing treatment.

Are all Zuclopenthixol brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Zuclopenthixol in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Zuclopenthixol brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 3 products containing Zuclopenthixol from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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