Clopixol Depot 200mg/ml Injection
KSh 1,500.00
Clopixol Depot 200 mg/ml Injection treats schizophrenia and similar psychotic disorders. It manages mood, behaviour, and emotions; reducing symptoms like hallucinations, aggression, and delusions. It is particularly suitable for patients requiring long-term maintenance therapy. Active Substances Zuclopenthixol decanoate: 200 mg/ml
Anti-Psychotics
Suggested Use
Clopixol Depot is used in the treatment of:
- Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.
- Prevention of relapse in chronic psychoses.
- Management of severe mental disturbances characterized by hallucinations, delusions, agitation, or behavioural disturbances.
Dosage:
Clopixol Depot is administered via deep intramuscular injection into the upper outer buttock or lateral thigh by a healthcare professional.
Adults: The usual dose ranges from 200 mg to 500 mg every 1 to 4 weeks, depending on individual patient needs. Some patients may require up to 600 mg weekly.
Warning
- Contraindications: Not to be used in patients with hypersensitivity to zuclopenthixol or any component of the formulation, acute alcohol, barbiturate, or opiate poisoning, and in pregnant patients.
- Precautions: Use with caution in patients with hepatic, renal, or cardiovascular disorders. Long-term therapy requires monitoring to adjust the dosage if necessary.
- Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome: Symptoms may include hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, fluctuating consciousness, and can persist for more than a week after discontinuation.
- QT Prolongation: May increase the risk of cardiac dysrhythmias, especially in patients with hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia, or genetic predisposition.