Loxapine Succinate

Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Acute Agitation

Treatment

20 Active Studies for Loxapine Succinate

What is Loxapine Succinate

Loxapine

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

An antipsychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia.

Loxapine

is the brand name

image of different drug pills on a surface

Loxapine Succinate Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Loxapine

Loxapine

1988

78

Effectiveness

How Loxapine Succinate Affects Patients

Loxapine is a type of medication used to reduce anxiety and aggression. Its exact effects are not known, but it is thought to work by blocking the activity of two important brain messengers, dopamine and serotonin. This results in a calming effect on the brain.

How Loxapine Succinate works in the body

Loxapine works by blocking dopamine and serotonin, two brain chemicals that play a role in emotion. This helps to stop over-excitability in the brain, which can lead to calming effects and reduced aggression. The exact way that Loxapine works is unknown.

When to interrupt dosage

The advised dosage of Loxapine Succinate is contingent upon the diagnosed state, such as Acute Agitation, Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder. The amount of dosage changes in accordance with the technique of application featured in the table below.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Acute Agitation

, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 13.6 mg, 34.0 mg, 6.8 mg, 68.0 mg, 4.5 mg, 9.1 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL

, Capsule, Oral, Capsule - Oral, Liquid, Liquid - Intramuscular, Intramuscular, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution - Oral, Solution, Liquid - Oral, Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Aerosol, powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, powder

Schizophrenia

, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 13.6 mg, 34.0 mg, 6.8 mg, 68.0 mg, 4.5 mg, 9.1 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL

, Capsule, Oral, Capsule - Oral, Liquid, Liquid - Intramuscular, Intramuscular, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution - Oral, Solution, Liquid - Oral, Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Aerosol, powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, powder

Bipolar Disorder

, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 13.6 mg, 34.0 mg, 6.8 mg, 68.0 mg, 4.5 mg, 9.1 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL

, Capsule, Oral, Capsule - Oral, Liquid, Liquid - Intramuscular, Intramuscular, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution - Oral, Solution, Liquid - Oral, Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Aerosol, powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, powder

Warnings

Loxapine Succinate has twenty-one contraindications and should not be administered concurrently with any of the conditions outlined in the subsequent table.

Loxapine Succinate Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Asthma

Do Not Combine

Lung Diseases

Do Not Combine

Brain Injuries, Traumatic

Do Not Combine

Shock

Do Not Combine

Disease

Do Not Combine

Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive

Do Not Combine

Coma

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Heart Diseases

Do Not Combine

Pheochromocytoma

Do Not Combine

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Do Not Combine

severe, drug-induced depressed states

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Asthma

Do Not Combine

Renal Insufficiency

Do Not Combine

acute respiratory symptoms

Do Not Combine

Anesthesia, Cardiac Procedures

Do Not Combine

severe,drug-induced depressive states

Do Not Combine

Coma

Do Not Combine

Disease

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Loxapine Succinate.

Common Loxapine Succinate Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Abemaciclib

Major

The serum concentration of Abemaciclib can be increased when it is combined with Loxapine.

Aclidinium

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of Aclidinium can be decreased when used in combination with Loxapine.

Amisulpride

Major

Loxapine may increase the antipsychotic activities of Amisulpride.

Arformoterol

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of Arformoterol can be decreased when used in combination with Loxapine.

Axitinib

Major

The serum concentration of Axitinib can be increased when it is combined with Loxapine.

Loxapine Succinate Toxicity & Overdose Risk

The lowest toxic dose of this drug for mice when taken orally is 65mg/kg.

image of a doctor in a lab doing drug, clinical research

Loxapine Succinate Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Loxapine Succinate?

171 active clinical trials are being conducted to assess the potential of Loxapine Succinate to relieve symptoms of Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder and Acute Agitation.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Schizophrenia

97 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3, Not Applicable, Early Phase 1, Phase 4, Phase 1, Phase 2

Acute Agitation

0 Actively Recruiting

Bipolar Disorder

0 Actively Recruiting

Loxapine Succinate Reviews: What are patients saying about Loxapine Succinate?

5

Patient Review

1/31/2008

Loxapine Succinate for Anxiousness associated with Depression

3.3

Patient Review

1/28/2013

Loxapine Succinate for Anxiousness associated with Depression

This drug is dangerous and should be removed from the market.

3.3

Patient Review

5/26/2009

Loxapine Succinate for Schizophrenia

3

Patient Review

5/17/2015

Loxapine Succinate for Anxiousness associated with Depression

I appreciate that this medication helps me feel more capable, but the side effects are really tough to deal with. I've noticed a significant change in my weight and appearance in just a week; has anyone else experienced this?

2.7

Patient Review

10/22/2009

Loxapine Succinate for Mental Disorder with Loss of Normal Personality & Reality

My husband has been taking this medication for bipolar disorder and recently developed a blockage in the common bile duct. I'm wondering if there could be a connection between the two.

1

Patient Review

1/25/2012

Loxapine Succinate for Anxiousness associated with Depression

I've been on loxapine for over 30 years and it's saved my life. That being said, you should never stop taking this medicine suddenly as it can lead to serious health complications.
image of drug pills surrounding a glass of water symbolizing drug consumption

Patient Q&A Section about loxapine succinate

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is another name for loxapine?

"Loxapine powder for inhalation is approved by the FDA for treating acute agitation associated with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder in adults."

Answered by AI

What class of drug is loxapine?

"Loxapine is aripiprazole, which is an antipsychotic medication that works by decreasing the abnormal excitement in the brain."

Answered by AI

What is loxapine succinate used for?

"Loxapine is used to treat schizophrenia and other mental disorders. This medicine helps patients think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It can reduce aggression and the desire to hurt oneself/others."

Answered by AI

Is loxapine an antidepressant?

"It has a volume of distribution of 55L/kg.

Loxapine is metabolized in the liver through aromatic hydroxylation, N-demethylation, or N-oxidation, with the metabolite amoxapine being active and marketed as an antidepressant. Loxapine is distributed throughout the body, including the central nervous system, with a volume of distribution of 55L/kg."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Loxapine Succinate

Image of The University of Iowa in Iowa City, United States.

fMRI for Cognitive Flexibility

18 - 35
All Sexes
Iowa City, IA

The goal of this basic experimental research study is to examine how the human thalamus supports flexible thinking and behavior. Specifically, the research aims to elucidate how the mediodorsal (MD) thalamus encodes and updates "context"-the mental framework that determines which rules or actions are relevant in a given situation. This work may contribute to understanding why certain psychiatric conditions, such as schizophrenia and ADHD, involve difficulties with cognitive flexibility and control. The primary research questions are: Does the MD thalamus represent the context that organizes how working memory guides task selection? Does the MD thalamus signal when context needs to be updated after a change in task demands? Do these thalamic representations support generalization to new situations or rules? Participants will complete cognitive tasks while undergoing high-resolution brain imaging using 7-Tesla MRI. The investigators will combine behavioral data, computational modeling, and advanced neuroimaging analyses to examine how the thalamus interacts with the cortex during flexible decision-making.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

The University of Iowa

Image of Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital in Nashville, United States.

Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Schizophrenia

18 - 65
All Sexes
Nashville, TN

The central hypothesis is this: DMN connectivity can be modulated with inhibitory cTBS when delivered on an accelerated treatment schedule. This study seeks to provide evidence that accelerated, network-targeted inhibitory stimulation of the DMN leads to both altered network activity and a concomitant behavioral change in cognitive performance in individuals with schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder. This study will also compare the effect of inhibitory cTBS in healthy individuals, as it may also lead to both altered network activity and a behavioral change in cognitive performance in individuals without schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder. If successful, this study will have identified a safe, effective, and broadly applicable treatment for cognitive impairment in schizophrenia that has potential for translation into many other psychiatric and neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital

Heather Ward, MD

Have you considered Loxapine Succinate clinical trials?

We made a collection of clinical trials featuring Loxapine Succinate, we think they might fit your search criteria.
Go to Trials

Have you considered Loxapine Succinate clinical trials?

We made a collection of clinical trials featuring Loxapine Succinate, we think they might fit your search criteria.
Go to Trials
Image of Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, United States.

Psychosocial Rehabilitation for Schizophrenia

18 - 50
All Sexes
Cleveland, OH

The purpose of this study is to understand how different types of community-based mental health care affect thinking abilities, daily functioning, and brain activity in adults with schizophrenia and related conditions. The investigators are especially interested in learning whether the Clubhouse Model-a structured, supportive community for individuals with mental illness-has unique benefits compared to standard outpatient mental health services. If participants decide to join, they will be asked to complete a total of six study visits with the research team over the course of your participation. Three of these study visits are at the beginning (baseline) and the remaining three are six months later. Two of the three visits will includes interviews, questionnaires, and thinking and memory tasks (cognitive testing) and one session will be an MRI brain scan, which is a safe and non-invasive imaging procedure. The total time required for each visit will be approximately 90 minutes to two hours. Participants may take breaks as needed.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Case Western Reserve University

Jessica A Wojtalik, PhD

Have you considered Loxapine Succinate clinical trials?

We made a collection of clinical trials featuring Loxapine Succinate, we think they might fit your search criteria.
Go to Trials