Trancodol Injection

Composition of Trancodol Injection

Trancodol Injection contains Haloperidol Decanoate (5mg). It belongs to the Antipsychotic class of medicines.

Uses of Trancodol Injection

Schizophrenia

Key benefits

• In Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability
• feelings and behavior become abnormal. Trancodol LA Injection helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts
• behavior and enhances the quality of life.

How Trancodol Injection works

Trancodol LA Injection is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.

How to take Trancodol Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Trancodol LA Injection, please consult your doctor.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause deep drowsiness, a severe fall in blood pressure, abnormal movements and heart rhythm disturbance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Trancodol Injection

Most side effects of Trancodol are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Trancodol Injection

Warnings and precautions

Report any tremor, stiffness, restlessness or uncontrollable movements of the face, tongue or limbs to your doctor promptly — these can become persistent if not addressed. Seek emergency care for high fever with severe muscle stiffness, confusion and sweating. This is rare but life-threatening. These medicines can raise blood sugar, cholesterol and weight. Your doctor will monitor them — keep those appointments. Never stop suddenly; your doctor will reduce the dose gradually. Take care in hot weather — this group affects how your body regulates temperature.

Do not take Trancodol if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will assess suitability if you have heart disease, Parkinson's disease or dementia.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol and sedatives add to the drowsiness. Tell your doctor about any medicine that affects heart rhythm.

How to store Trancodol Injection

Store as printed on the carton — some injections need refrigeration and must not be frozen. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Trancodol Injection

Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Trancodol LA Injection may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can cause increased dizziness. It may affect how your body regulates your temperature. Avoid getting dehydrated and drink plenty of fluids. Inform your doctor if you experience any abnormal movements or have difficulty controlling movements. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as high fever, sweating, muscle stiffness, and faster breathing. These may be due to a rare side effect known as the neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Your doctor may check your heart function and level of electrolytes such as sodium and magnesium before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Do not stop taking Trancodol LA Injection without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS`

Therapeutic class:

NEURO CNS

Drug class:

Antipsychotic

Chemical class:

Alkyl- phenylketones