Drug reference
zuclopenthixol
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Drug class
Central Nervous System (Anti Psychotic)
Mechanism of action
Zuclopenthixol is a thioxanthene-based neuroleptic with therapeutic actions similar to the phenothiazine antipsychotics. It is an antagonist at D1 and D2 dopamine receptors. This drug is a liquid.
Common side effects
- Increased appetite
- Insomnia
- Thrombocytopenia
- Hyperprolactinaemia
- Hyperglycaemia
- Apathy
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is zuclopenthixol?
zuclopenthixol belongs to: Central Nervous System.
How does zuclopenthixol work?
Zuclopenthixol is a thioxanthene-based neuroleptic with therapeutic actions similar to the phenothiazine antipsychotics. It is an antagonist at D1 and D2 dopamine receptors. This drug is a liquid.
What are the common side effects of zuclopenthixol?
Increased appetite, Insomnia, Thrombocytopenia, Hyperprolactinaemia, Hyperglycaemia, Apathy
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