Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Introduction of Tricalm Tablet
Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It is a combination medicine which calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It also blocks the action of a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.
Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet is a combination of benzodiazepines and typical antipsychotics.
Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet is a combination of benzodiazepines and typical antipsychotics.
Uses of Tricalm Tablet
Benefits of Tricalm Tablet
In Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.
Side effects of Tricalm Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Tricalm
- Sedation
- Confusion
- Weight gain
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Memory impairment
- Urinary retention
- Dizziness
- Increased prolactin level in blood
- Tiredness
- Tremors
- Muscle stiffness
- Uncoordinated body movements
- Dryness in mouth
- Constipation
How to use Tricalm Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet make u feel dizzy, drowsy or can cause blurred vision. This may affect your driving ability.
Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet make u feel dizzy, drowsy or can cause blurred vision. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
CAUTION
Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Tricalm Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
Tricalm Tablet
- Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet is used for the treatment of schizophrenia.
- It is better to take Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet at night as this medicine may produce drowsiness or sleepiness.
- Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy.
- Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
- Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet can make you sunburn more easily. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Tricalm 10 mg/1 mg Tablet
Once A Day
58%
Twice A Day
33%
Thrice A Day
8%
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