Loxitane
Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Acute Agitation
Treatment
20 Active Studies for Loxitane
Treatment for
Schizophrenia
What is Loxitane
Loxapine
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
An antipsychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia.
Loxapine
is the brand name
Loxitane Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Loxapine
Loxapine
1988
78
Effectiveness
How Loxitane Affects Patients
Loxapine is a type of tranquilizer used to treat psychological disorders. It works by blocking certain receptors in the brain, like those that affect dopamine and serotonin, which can help to reduce aggression and promote a calming effect. The exact way it works is unknown, but it is believed that it helps to inhibit activity in the brain.
How Loxitane works in the body
Loxapine works to reduce excitability in the brain and calm people down. It does this by blocking the effects of dopamine and serotonin, two chemicals in the brain that can increase activity. The exact way it works is unknown, but it has been seen to reduce aggression and promote relaxation in animals.
When to interrupt dosage
The measure of Loxitane is contingent upon the diagnosed affliction, including Acute Agitation, Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder. The amount of dosage fluctuates as per the technique of delivery outlined in the following table.
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
Loxitane has twenty-one contraindications and must not be employed in cases of the disorders listed in the table below.
Loxitane 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 Loxitane.
Common Loxitane 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.
Loxitane Toxicity & Overdose Risk
The lowest toxic dose of the drug in mice has been found to be 65mg/kg if taken orally.
Loxitane Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Loxitane?
171 active studies are being conducted to analyze the potential of Loxitane in managing 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
Loxitane Reviews: What are patients saying about Loxitane?
4.3
Patient Review
2/1/2008
Loxitane for Schizophrenia
3.7
Patient Review
10/26/2013
Loxitane for Schizophrenia
Patient Q&A Section about loxitane
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Is loxapine used for depression?
"Loxapine is a drug used to treat agitation, schizophrenia, and depression. It increases levels of dopamine and serotonin in the brain, which helps to regulate these conditions."
Answered by AI
What are the side effects of loxitane?
"To minimize the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
The following effects may occur: drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, constipation, dry mouth, weight gain, or blurred vision. If you experience any of these effects, speak to your doctor or pharmacist. Dizziness and lightheadedness can make falls more likely. Rise slowly when moving from a sitting or lying position. To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, rise slowly when moving from a sitting or lying position."
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What class of drug is loxitane?
"Loxitane is a prescription medicine that is used to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia. It is usually taken either alone or with other medications. Loxitane belongs to a class of drugs known as antipsychotics, 1st generation."
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What is loxitane used for?
"Loxapine is used to treat schizophrenia. It is a mental illness that causes disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions. Loxapine is in a group of medications called conventional antipsychotics."
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