Largactil 25 mg, 100 mg Tablets.

Largactil 25 mg, 100 mg Tablets.

S5
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 14 October 2022


Clinical Summary

Quick overview from the medicine insert

Indication

Management of psychotic conditions and manic phase of bipolar disorder.

Dosage (summary)

Initial: 25-50 mg three times daily; elderly: 1/3 to 1/2 normal dose.

Special Populations

  • Elderly
  • Debilitated patients

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Not recommended during pregnancy; may be excreted in breast milk.

Key Drug Interactions

  • CYP1A2 inhibitors
  • Amitriptyline
  • QT-prolonging medicines

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to chlorpromazine
  • CNS depression
  • QT prolongation

Common side effects

  • Drowsiness
  • Hypotension
  • Extrapyramidal symptoms

Counselling Points

  • Avoid abrupt withdrawal
  • Monitor for signs of liver toxicity
  • Caution with CNS depressants

Serious warnings

  • Increased risk of cerebrovascular events in elderly
  • Severe liver toxicity
  • Venous thromboembolism risk
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