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.
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