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Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Trifluoperazine, Trihexyphenidyl
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet

This is a phenothiazine in combination with anticholinergic. It is used for treating all kinds of mental and mood disorders such as schizophrenia and anxiety. This medication can also reduce aggression and hallucinations.

Before your reactions persist or become severe over time contact your health care provider as soon as possible. On using this medication you may experience side effects such as

  • Rapid weight gain
  • Trouble with seeing
  • Swallowing and sleeping
  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Restlessness
  • Muscle stiffness

Before using this medication notify your doctor if: you are allergic to any ingredient contained within this medication. If you have blood/ /heart/ liver/ bone marrow disorders, you are alcoholic or suffer from alcohol withdrawal.

    What are the uses of Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet

    What are the contraindications of Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet ?

    • Congestive Cardiac Failure

    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (Copd)

    • Renal Diseases

    • Hypersensitivity

    What are the side effects of Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      There are no medical studies to prove that alcohol consumption is prohibited. Hence, doctor consultation is recommended before consumption.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medicine is extremely unsafe to be used during pregnancy. Studies carried out on humans and animals have shown significant adverse effects on the fetus. Doctor consultation is recommended in such cases.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This medicine should be avoided by pregnant women unless suggested by the doctor. The effect of this medicine on fetus is not clearly established and hence, doctor consultation is recommended before consumption.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Do not drive or use machines when you first start to take this medicine until you are certain that you are not getting these side effects

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      In case of overdose, consult your doctor

    How does this medication work?

    This medication obstructs within the brain the postsynaptic mesolimbic dopaminergic D1 as well as D2 receptors. It slows down the release of hypophyseal and hypothalamic hormones. Also, It works by blocking the cholinergic activity in the central nervous system and reduces the body secretions, increases the heart rate, dilates the pupils and reduces spasm of smooth muscle. This medication also increases the dopamine which is used for smooth muscle movement.

      What are the interactions of Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        This medication interacts with Atenolol, Clobazam, Bupropion, Citalopram, Clozapine, Amiodarone, Bedaquiline and Ceritinib.
      • Interaction with Disease

        This medicine interacts with Liver Disease, Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS), Kidney Disease, Seizure disorders, Tardive Dyskinesia and Urinary tract obstruction.

      FAQs about Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet

      • Ques : What is Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet?

        Ans : This is a medication which has Trifluoperazine and Trihexyphenidyl as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by reducing the activity of neurotransmitter that causes excitation of brain cells, obstructing the action of a chemical on the nerves.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet?

        Ans : This is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Depression, Emotional instability, Severe pain in nerves, Involuntary movement of face and jaw, Nervous system breakdown, Movement disorder, Vomiting, and Nausea, etc.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet?

        Ans : This is a medication which has some commonly reported side effects. such as Absence of menstruation, Neuroleptic malignant syndrome, Blood dyscrasias, Abnormally rapid heart rate, Blurring of vision, Hallucination, Nausea, Vomiting, etc.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Store this medication in a cool dry place and keep it in the original pack or container until it is time to take them. Store this medication out of sight and reach of children. Unused medicines should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children and other people cannot consume them.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

        Ans : This medication is a medicine which takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions. It would be ideal if you note, it doesn't mean you will begin to notice such health improvement in a similar time span as different patients. There are numerous elements to consider such as, salt interactions, precautions to be taken care of, time is taken by the salt to performs its action, etc.

      • Ques : What are the contraindications to Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Contraindication to Trinicalm Plus. In addition, this medication should not be used if you have the following conditions such as Blood dyscrasias, Cardiac failure, Children under 18 years of age, etc.

      • Ques : Is Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

        Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

      • Ques : Will Trinicalm Plus 5 Mg/2 Mg Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

        Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this medication can lead to increased chances of side effects such as Faintness on standing up, Nervousness, Loss of appetite, Anesthesia, Impaired memory, etc.

      References

      • Trifluoperazine- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 May 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/trifluoperazine

      • Trifluoperazine- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 23 May 2019]. Available from:

        https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00831

      • Trihexyphenidyl- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 26 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/trihexyphenidyl

      • Trihexyphenidyl 2mg Tablets- EMC [Internet]. www.medicines.org.uk. 2019 [Cited 26 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/5271/smpc

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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