LARGACTIL 25MG/ML SOLUTION FOR INJECTION
Active substance: CHLORPROMAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE
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PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER
2. Before you are given Largactil
Do not have this medicine and tell your doctor if: You are allergic (hypersensitive) to chlorpromazine or any of the other ingredients of Largactil (listed in Section 6). Signs of an allergic reaction include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue You have a low number of blood cells (bone marrow depression). Do not have this medicine if any of the above apply to you. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or nurse before being given Largactil Take special care with Largactil Check with your doctor or nurse before you have this medicine if: You have liver or kidney problems You have thyroid problems You have heart problems or a family history of heart problems You have ever had a stroke You have Parkinsons disease You have epilepsy or have had fits (seizures) You have depression You have ever had alcohol problems You have an enlarged prostate gland You have had glaucoma (painful eyes with blurred vision) You have a tumour on the adrenal gland called phaeochromocytoma You have a form of muscle weakness called myasthenia gravis You have a low number of white blood cells (agranulocytosis). This means you may get infections more easily than usual You have low blood levels of potassium, calcium and magnesium. Your doctor may do blood tests to check on these You or someone else in your family has a history of blood clots, as medicines like these have been associated with formation of blood clots You are not eating properly You are allergic to other phenothiazine medicines such as prochlorperazine You are elderly (65 years of age or older). You are elderly, particularly during very hot or very cold weather. In these conditions, you could be at risk of hyperthermia or hypothermia
Largactil 25mg/ml Solution for Injection
Chlorpromazine hydrochloride
Is this leaflet hard to see or read? Phone 01483 505515 for help
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you are given this medicine Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again If you have any further questions, ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor, nurse or pharmacist In this leaflet: 1. What Largactil is and what it is used for 2. Before you are given Largactil 3. How Largactil is given 4. Possible side effects 5. How to store Largactil 6.Further Information
You have low blood pressure or feel dizzy when you stand up You are diabetic or have high levels of sugar in your blood (hyperglycaemia). Your doctor may want to monitor you more closely If you are not sure if any of the above apply to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before being given Largactil. Taking other medicines Please tell your doctor or nurse if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines. This includes medicines you buy without a prescription, including herbal medicines. This is because Largactil can affect the way some other medicines work. Also some medicines can affect the way Largactil works. In particular, check with your doctor if you are taking any of the following: Medicines for indigestion and heartburn (antacids) Medicines for diabetes Medicines for high blood pressure or prostate problems such as doxazosin and terazosin Medicines for Parkinsons disease such as levodopa Medicines for fits (epilepsy) such as carbamazepine or phenobarbital Medicines to control your heartbeat such as amiodarone, disopyramide or quinidine Medicines to help you sleep (sedatives) Medicines for depression Other medicines used to calm emotional and mental problems such as olanzapine or prochlorperazine Some medicines used for high blood pressure such as guanethidine, clonidine or propranolol Some medicines used for infections (antibiotics) such as moxifloxacin Some medicines used for cancer (cytotoxics) Medicines which can alter electrolytes (salt levels) in your blood Amfetamines - used for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Anticholinergic medicines - includes some medicines used for irritable bowel syndrome, asthma or incontinence Adrenaline - used for life threatening allergic reactions Deferoxamine - used when you have too much iron in your blood Lithium - used for some types of mental illness Taking Largactil with food and drink Do not drink alcohol while being treated with Largactil. This is because alcohol can increase the effects of Largactil and cause serious breathing problems.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding Talk to your doctor or nurse before having this medicine if you are pregnant, might become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant. The following symptoms may occur in newborn babies, of mothers that have used Largactil in the last trimester (last three months of their pregnancy): shaking, muscle stiffness and/or weakness, sleepiness, agitation, breathing problems, and difficulty in feeding. If your baby develops any of these symptoms you may need to contact your doctor. Do not breast-feed if you are being given Largactil. This is because small amounts may pass into mothers milk. If you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed talk to your doctor or nurse before taking this medicine. Ask your doctor or nurse for advice before taking any medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
1. What Largactil is and what it is used for
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Driving and using machines You may feel sleepy after having this medicine. If this happens, do not drive or use any tools or machines. Important information about some of the ingredients of Largactil Sodium. This injection contains 4.78mg of sodium in each 50mg dose and is essentially sodium-free. Small amounts of sulphites. These may cause severe allergic reactions (hypersensitivity) and difficulty in breathing (bronchospasm). This is more likely to happen if you have a history of asthma or allergies. The chances of this happening are rare. Tell a doctor or nurse straight away if you get a rash, swallowing or breathing problems and swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue.
Largactil contains a medicine called chlorpromazine. This belongs to a group of medicines called phenothiazines. It works by blocking the effect of a chemical in the brain. Largactil can be used for: Schizophrenia in adults and children Short term treatment of anxiety Hiccups Feeling or being sick (where other anti-sickness medicines have not worked) Autism
3. How Largactil is given
Largactil is normally given by a doctor or nurse. This is because it needs to be given as a deep injection into a muscle. How much Largactil is given If you are not sure why you are being given Largactil or have any questions about how much Largactil is being given to you, speak to your doctor or nurse. The usual doses are:
25-50mg every 6-8 hours 25mg every 8 hours 0.5mg/kg body-weight every 6-8 hours (Maximum dose in a day is 40mg) Children 6-12 years: 0.5mg/kg body-weight every 6-8 hours (Maximum dose in a day is 75mg) Anxiety Adults: 25-50mg every 6-8 hours Elderly: 25mg every 8 hours Children 6-12 years: 0.5mg/kg body-weight every 6-8 hours (Maximum dose in a day is 75mg) Hiccups Adults: 25-50mg Feeling or being sick Adults: 25-50mg every 3-4 hours Children 1-5 years: 0.5mg/kg body-weight every 6-8 hours (Maximum dose in a day is 40mg) Children 6-12 years: 0.5mg/kg body-weight every 6-8 hours (Maximum dose in a day is 75mg) Autism Children 1-5 years: 0.5mg/kg body-weight every 6-8 hours (Maximum dose in a day is 40mg) Children 6-12 years: 0.5mg/kg body-weight every 6-8 hours. (Maximum dose in a day is 75mg) Children under 1 year Largactil is not usually given to children under 1 year. Exposure to sunlight Largactil can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Keep out of direct sunlight while having this medicine. Tests Before and during treatment your doctor may want to carry out some tests. These might include blood tests and an ECG to check your heart is working properly. If you have more Largactil than you should It is unlikely that your doctor or nurse will give you too much medicine. Your doctor and nurse will monitor your progress, and check the medicine you are given. Always ask if you are not sure why you are getting a dose of medicine.
Schizophrenia Adults: Elderly: Children 1-5 years:
Having too much Largactil may make you feel drowsy or dizzy with increased or rapid heartbeat. You may also feel very cold and restless, with writhing movements, stiffness or shaking. If you start getting any of these symptoms tell your doctor or nurse straight away. If you are away from the hospital, return straight away and speak to your doctor or nurse or go to the casualty department. If you miss a dose of Largactil Your doctor or nurse will have instructions on when to give you this medicine. It is unlikely that you will not be given the medicine as it has been prescribed. However, if you do think you have missed a dose, tell your doctor or nurse. If you stop having Largactil Keep having Largactil until your doctor tells you to stop. If you stop having Largactil your illness may come back and you may have other effects such as feeling or being sick and difficulty sleeping. Your doctor will gradually stop your medicine to prevent these effects happening.
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, Largactil can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Tell a doctor or nurse straight away if: You have an allergic reaction. The signs may include: rash, itching, fever, difficulty in breathing or wheezing, chills, swelling You have joint aches and pains, swollen joints, feel tired or weak, with chest pain and shortness of breath. These could be signs of an illness called systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) You have yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice). These could be signs of liver damage You have frequent infections such as fever, severe chills, sore throat or mouth ulcers. These could be signs of a blood problem called leucopenia You have movements that you cannot control, mainly of the tongue, mouth, jaw, arms and legs You have a high temperature, sweating, stiff muscles, fast heartbeat, fast breathing and feel confused, drowsy or agitated. These could be signs of a serious but rare side effect called neuroleptic malignant syndrome You have a very fast, uneven or forceful heartbeat (palpitations). You may also have breathing problems such as wheezing, shortness of breath, tightness in the chest and chest pain
You have a long lasting, painful erection of the penis You bruise more easily than usual. This could be because of a blood disorder called thrombocytopenia You have blood clots in the veins especially in the legs (symptoms include swelling, pain and redness in the leg), which may travel through blood vessels to the lungs causing chest pain and difficulty in breathing. If you notice any of these symptoms seek medical advice immediately Tell a nurse or doctor as soon as possible if you have any of the following side effects: You are breathing more slowly or less deeply than normal Changes in skin or eye colour after having Largactil for a long time Problems with eyesight after having Largactil for a long time Feeling dizzy, lightheaded or faint when you stand or sit up quickly (due to low blood pressure) Rigid or stiff muscles, trembling or shaking, difficulty moving Passing large amounts of urine, excessive thirst and having a dry mouth or skin. You may be more likely to get infections, such as thrush. This could be due to too much sugar in your blood (hyperglycaemia) Talk to your doctor or nurse if any of the following side effects gets serious or lasts longer than a few days: Abnormal production of breast milk in men and women Breast enlargement in men Loss of menstrual periods Difficulty in getting or keeping an erection (impotence) Difficulty sleeping (insomnia) Feeling agitated Dry mouth Being more sensitive to the sun than usual Stuffy nose Skin rashes Talk to your doctor or nurse if any of the side effects gets serious or lasts longer than a few days, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet. As with other phenothiazine medicines, there have been very rare reports of sudden death with Largactil. These are possibly caused by heart problems. In elderly people with dementia, a small increase in the number of deaths has been reported for patients taking antipsychotics compared with those not receiving antipsychotics.
5. How to store Largactil
This medicine will be kept by your doctor or pharmacist in a safe place where children cannot see or reach it. Do not use Largactil after the expiry date which is stated on the label and carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Keep the Ampoules in the outer carton in order to protect from light. Discoloured solution should not be used. Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
6. Further Information
What Largactil contains Each 1ml of solution contains 25mg of the active substance, chlorpromazine hydrochloride The other ingredients are: Sodium sulphite (E221), Sodium citrate, Sodium metabisulphite (E223), Sodium chloride, Water for Injection What Largactil looks like and contents of the pack Largactil is a clear, colourless solution Largactil is available in boxes containing 10 x 1ml or 10 x 2ml glass ampoules Not all pack sizes may be marketed Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer The Marketing Authorisation Holder for Largactil is: Sanofi, One Onslow Street, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4YS, UK Tel: 01483 505515 Fax: 01483 535432 email: uk-medicalinformation@sanofi.com The Manufacturer of Largactil is: SANOFI-AVENTIS S.P.A. Loc. Valcanello 03012 Anagni (FR) ITALY This leaflet does not contain all the information about your medicine. If you have any questions or are not sure about anything, ask your doctor or nurse. This leaflet was last revised in 03/2012 Sanofi, 1973 - 2012 89025248
2. Before you are given Largactil
Do not have this medicine and tell your doctor if: You are allergic (hypersensitive) to chlorpromazine or any of the other ingredients of Largactil (listed in Section 6). Signs of an allergic reaction include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue You have a low number of blood cells (bone marrow depression). Do not have this medicine if any of the above apply to you. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or nurse before being given Largactil Take special care with Largactil Check with your doctor or nurse before you have this medicine if: You have liver or kidney problems You have thyroid problems You have heart problems or a family history of heart problems You have ever had a stroke You have Parkinsons disease You have epilepsy or have had fits (seizures) You have depression You have ever had alcohol problems You have an enlarged prostate gland You have had glaucoma (painful eyes with blurred vision) You have a tumour on the adrenal gland called phaeochromocytoma You have a form of muscle weakness called myasthenia gravis You have a low number of white blood cells (agranulocytosis). This means you may get infections more easily than usual You have low blood levels of potassium, calcium and magnesium. Your doctor may do blood tests to check on these You or someone else in your family has a history of blood clots, as medicines like these have been associated with formation of blood clots You are not eating properly You are allergic to other phenothiazine medicines such as prochlorperazine You are elderly (65 years of age or older). You are elderly, particularly during very hot or very cold weather. In these conditions, you could be at risk of hyperthermia or hypothermia
Largactil 25mg/ml Solution for Injection
Chlorpromazine hydrochloride
Is this leaflet hard to see or read? Phone 01483 505515 for help
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you are given this medicine Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again If you have any further questions, ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor, nurse or pharmacist In this leaflet: 1. What Largactil is and what it is used for 2. Before you are given Largactil 3. How Largactil is given 4. Possible side effects 5. How to store Largactil 6.Further Information
You have low blood pressure or feel dizzy when you stand up You are diabetic or have high levels of sugar in your blood (hyperglycaemia). Your doctor may want to monitor you more closely If you are not sure if any of the above apply to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before being given Largactil. Taking other medicines Please tell your doctor or nurse if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines. This includes medicines you buy without a prescription, including herbal medicines. This is because Largactil can affect the way some other medicines work. Also some medicines can affect the way Largactil works. In particular, check with your doctor if you are taking any of the following: Medicines for indigestion and heartburn (antacids) Medicines for diabetes Medicines for high blood pressure or prostate problems such as doxazosin and terazosin Medicines for Parkinsons disease such as levodopa Medicines for fits (epilepsy) such as carbamazepine or phenobarbital Medicines to control your heartbeat such as amiodarone, disopyramide or quinidine Medicines to help you sleep (sedatives) Medicines for depression Other medicines used to calm emotional and mental problems such as olanzapine or prochlorperazine Some medicines used for high blood pressure such as guanethidine, clonidine or propranolol Some medicines used for infections (antibiotics) such as moxifloxacin Some medicines used for cancer (cytotoxics) Medicines which can alter electrolytes (salt levels) in your blood Amfetamines - used for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Anticholinergic medicines - includes some medicines used for irritable bowel syndrome, asthma or incontinence Adrenaline - used for life threatening allergic reactions Deferoxamine - used when you have too much iron in your blood Lithium - used for some types of mental illness Taking Largactil with food and drink Do not drink alcohol while being treated with Largactil. This is because alcohol can increase the effects of Largactil and cause serious breathing problems.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding Talk to your doctor or nurse before having this medicine if you are pregnant, might become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant. The following symptoms may occur in newborn babies, of mothers that have used Largactil in the last trimester (last three months of their pregnancy): shaking, muscle stiffness and/or weakness, sleepiness, agitation, breathing problems, and difficulty in feeding. If your baby develops any of these symptoms you may need to contact your doctor. Do not breast-feed if you are being given Largactil. This is because small amounts may pass into mothers milk. If you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed talk to your doctor or nurse before taking this medicine. Ask your doctor or nurse for advice before taking any medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
1. What Largactil is and what it is used for
i
Driving and using machines You may feel sleepy after having this medicine. If this happens, do not drive or use any tools or machines. Important information about some of the ingredients of Largactil Sodium. This injection contains 4.78mg of sodium in each 50mg dose and is essentially sodium-free. Small amounts of sulphites. These may cause severe allergic reactions (hypersensitivity) and difficulty in breathing (bronchospasm). This is more likely to happen if you have a history of asthma or allergies. The chances of this happening are rare. Tell a doctor or nurse straight away if you get a rash, swallowing or breathing problems and swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue.
Largactil contains a medicine called chlorpromazine. This belongs to a group of medicines called phenothiazines. It works by blocking the effect of a chemical in the brain. Largactil can be used for: Schizophrenia in adults and children Short term treatment of anxiety Hiccups Feeling or being sick (where other anti-sickness medicines have not worked) Autism
3. How Largactil is given
Largactil is normally given by a doctor or nurse. This is because it needs to be given as a deep injection into a muscle. How much Largactil is given If you are not sure why you are being given Largactil or have any questions about how much Largactil is being given to you, speak to your doctor or nurse. The usual doses are:
25-50mg every 6-8 hours 25mg every 8 hours 0.5mg/kg body-weight every 6-8 hours (Maximum dose in a day is 40mg) Children 6-12 years: 0.5mg/kg body-weight every 6-8 hours (Maximum dose in a day is 75mg) Anxiety Adults: 25-50mg every 6-8 hours Elderly: 25mg every 8 hours Children 6-12 years: 0.5mg/kg body-weight every 6-8 hours (Maximum dose in a day is 75mg) Hiccups Adults: 25-50mg Feeling or being sick Adults: 25-50mg every 3-4 hours Children 1-5 years: 0.5mg/kg body-weight every 6-8 hours (Maximum dose in a day is 40mg) Children 6-12 years: 0.5mg/kg body-weight every 6-8 hours (Maximum dose in a day is 75mg) Autism Children 1-5 years: 0.5mg/kg body-weight every 6-8 hours (Maximum dose in a day is 40mg) Children 6-12 years: 0.5mg/kg body-weight every 6-8 hours. (Maximum dose in a day is 75mg) Children under 1 year Largactil is not usually given to children under 1 year. Exposure to sunlight Largactil can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Keep out of direct sunlight while having this medicine. Tests Before and during treatment your doctor may want to carry out some tests. These might include blood tests and an ECG to check your heart is working properly. If you have more Largactil than you should It is unlikely that your doctor or nurse will give you too much medicine. Your doctor and nurse will monitor your progress, and check the medicine you are given. Always ask if you are not sure why you are getting a dose of medicine.
Schizophrenia Adults: Elderly: Children 1-5 years:
Having too much Largactil may make you feel drowsy or dizzy with increased or rapid heartbeat. You may also feel very cold and restless, with writhing movements, stiffness or shaking. If you start getting any of these symptoms tell your doctor or nurse straight away. If you are away from the hospital, return straight away and speak to your doctor or nurse or go to the casualty department. If you miss a dose of Largactil Your doctor or nurse will have instructions on when to give you this medicine. It is unlikely that you will not be given the medicine as it has been prescribed. However, if you do think you have missed a dose, tell your doctor or nurse. If you stop having Largactil Keep having Largactil until your doctor tells you to stop. If you stop having Largactil your illness may come back and you may have other effects such as feeling or being sick and difficulty sleeping. Your doctor will gradually stop your medicine to prevent these effects happening.
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, Largactil can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Tell a doctor or nurse straight away if: You have an allergic reaction. The signs may include: rash, itching, fever, difficulty in breathing or wheezing, chills, swelling You have joint aches and pains, swollen joints, feel tired or weak, with chest pain and shortness of breath. These could be signs of an illness called systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) You have yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice). These could be signs of liver damage You have frequent infections such as fever, severe chills, sore throat or mouth ulcers. These could be signs of a blood problem called leucopenia You have movements that you cannot control, mainly of the tongue, mouth, jaw, arms and legs You have a high temperature, sweating, stiff muscles, fast heartbeat, fast breathing and feel confused, drowsy or agitated. These could be signs of a serious but rare side effect called neuroleptic malignant syndrome You have a very fast, uneven or forceful heartbeat (palpitations). You may also have breathing problems such as wheezing, shortness of breath, tightness in the chest and chest pain
You have a long lasting, painful erection of the penis You bruise more easily than usual. This could be because of a blood disorder called thrombocytopenia You have blood clots in the veins especially in the legs (symptoms include swelling, pain and redness in the leg), which may travel through blood vessels to the lungs causing chest pain and difficulty in breathing. If you notice any of these symptoms seek medical advice immediately Tell a nurse or doctor as soon as possible if you have any of the following side effects: You are breathing more slowly or less deeply than normal Changes in skin or eye colour after having Largactil for a long time Problems with eyesight after having Largactil for a long time Feeling dizzy, lightheaded or faint when you stand or sit up quickly (due to low blood pressure) Rigid or stiff muscles, trembling or shaking, difficulty moving Passing large amounts of urine, excessive thirst and having a dry mouth or skin. You may be more likely to get infections, such as thrush. This could be due to too much sugar in your blood (hyperglycaemia) Talk to your doctor or nurse if any of the following side effects gets serious or lasts longer than a few days: Abnormal production of breast milk in men and women Breast enlargement in men Loss of menstrual periods Difficulty in getting or keeping an erection (impotence) Difficulty sleeping (insomnia) Feeling agitated Dry mouth Being more sensitive to the sun than usual Stuffy nose Skin rashes Talk to your doctor or nurse if any of the side effects gets serious or lasts longer than a few days, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet. As with other phenothiazine medicines, there have been very rare reports of sudden death with Largactil. These are possibly caused by heart problems. In elderly people with dementia, a small increase in the number of deaths has been reported for patients taking antipsychotics compared with those not receiving antipsychotics.
5. How to store Largactil
This medicine will be kept by your doctor or pharmacist in a safe place where children cannot see or reach it. Do not use Largactil after the expiry date which is stated on the label and carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Keep the Ampoules in the outer carton in order to protect from light. Discoloured solution should not be used. Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
6. Further Information
What Largactil contains Each 1ml of solution contains 25mg of the active substance, chlorpromazine hydrochloride The other ingredients are: Sodium sulphite (E221), Sodium citrate, Sodium metabisulphite (E223), Sodium chloride, Water for Injection What Largactil looks like and contents of the pack Largactil is a clear, colourless solution Largactil is available in boxes containing 10 x 1ml or 10 x 2ml glass ampoules Not all pack sizes may be marketed Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer The Marketing Authorisation Holder for Largactil is: Sanofi, One Onslow Street, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4YS, UK Tel: 01483 505515 Fax: 01483 535432 email: uk-medicalinformation@sanofi.com The Manufacturer of Largactil is: SANOFI-AVENTIS S.P.A. Loc. Valcanello 03012 Anagni (FR) ITALY This leaflet does not contain all the information about your medicine. If you have any questions or are not sure about anything, ask your doctor or nurse. This leaflet was last revised in 03/2012 Sanofi, 1973 - 2012 89025248
Source: Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency
Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided here is accurate, up-to-date, and complete, but no guarantee is made to that effect. Drug information contained herein may be time sensitive. This information has been compiled for use by healthcare practitioners and consumers in the United States. The absence of a warning for a given drug or drug combination in no way should be construed to indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective or appropriate for any given patient. If you have questions about the drugs you are taking, check with your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.
