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Largactil Syrup TM
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Active ingredients: chlorpromazine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: LARGACTIL SYRUP chlorpromazine hydrochloride 5mg/ml oral liquid bottleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
1. Treatment of acute functional psychosis (eg schizophrenia, mania or psychotic depression). 2. Long-term treatment of schizophrenia. 3. Short-term treatment of agitation and severe depression. 4. Severe behavioural disturbances, as can be found in some children with mental retardation or autism, including the treatment of self-injurious and aggressive behaviour or overactivity. Use of chlorpromazine should be in conjunction with an appropriate non-pharmacological management program and long-term use should only be carried out under the supervision of a physician experienced in the management of psychotic disorders in children. 5. In the management of terminal illness to enhance the effect of analgesics and to control nausea and vomiting. 6. Control of intractable hiccough.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Oral Liquid
- Oral
- A clear bright golden brown syrupy liquid
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 100ml bottle pack
- 500ml bottle pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient chlorpromazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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