What is the most important information I should know about loxapine?
Call your doctor immediately if you experience uncontrollable movements of the
mouth, tongue, cheeks, jaw, arms, or legs.
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous
activities. Loxapine may cause
dizziness or
drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or
drowsiness, avoid these activities.
Dizziness may be more likely to occur when you rise from a sitting or lying position. Rise
slowly to prevent dizziness and a possible fall.
Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are
taking loxapine.
Avoid becoming overheated during loxapine therapy. It is easier to become dangerously
dehydrated while you are taking loxapine. Use caution in hot weather and during exercise.
What is loxapine?
Loxapine is an antipsychotic medication. It works by changing the actions of chemicals in
your brain.
Loxapine is used to treat the symptoms of psychotic conditions, including hallucinations,
delusions, and confusion.
Loxapine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Who should not take loxapine?
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have
You may not be able to take loxapine, or you may require a lower dose
or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.
It is not known whether loxapine will harm an unborn baby. Do not take loxapine
without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or if you are planning a pregnancy.
It is also not known whether loxapine passes into breast milk. Do not take loxapine if
you are breast-feeding a baby without the approval of your doctor.
How should I take loxapine?
Take loxapine exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these
directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you
Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Loxapine can be taken with or without food.
Mix the concentrate as directed with orange or grapefruit juice just before it is time for a
dose.
Loxapine is usually taken several times a day. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Do not stop taking loxapine without the approval of your doctor. It may be several
weeks before you begin to feel better, and you may require continuous treatment for quite some
time. Talk to your doctor before you stop taking this medication.
Store loxapine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your
next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one as directed. Do
not take a double dose of this medication.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention.
Symptoms of a loxapine overdose include drowsiness, slurred speech, agitation,
restlessness, convulsions, fever, an irregular heartbeat, coma, and death.
What should I avoid while taking loxapine?
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous
activities. Loxapine may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or
drowsiness, avoid these activities.
Dizziness may be more likely to occur when you rise from a sitting or lying position. Rise
slowly to prevent dizziness and a possible fall.
Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are
taking loxapine.
Avoid becoming overheated during loxapine therapy. It is easier to become dangerously
dehydrated while you are taking loxapine. Use caution in hot weather and during exercise.
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