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What is Torecan
ThiethylperazineThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryA medicine called a dopamine antagonist that is used to reduce nausea and vomiting caused by anesthesia, cancer chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and toxins. It does not prevent vertigo or motion sickness.
Torecanis the brand name
Torecan Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Torecan
Thiethylperazine
2006
2
Effectiveness
How Torecan Affects PatientsThiethylperazine is a type of medication used to treat symptoms of schizophrenia, mania, agitation, dementia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and severe behavioral disorders in autism. It works by binding to certain receptors in the body and is structurally and pharmacologically similar to clozapine.
How Torecan works in the bodyThiethylperazine works to reduce symptoms of psychosis by blocking certain receptors in the brain. It has an antipsychotic effect due to blocking dopamine and serotonin type 2 receptors, with a greater effect on serotonin than dopamine. This means there is less chance of extra effects like hyperprolactinemia which can be caused by other antipsychotic drugs. Thiethylperazine also works by blocking other receptors such as muscarinic, H1, and alpha(1) receptors.
When to interrupt dosage
The measure of Torecan relies upon the diagnosed condition, including Toxicity to various agents, Nausea and Radiotherapy. The dose of dosage can be found in the table beneath, contingent upon the mode of administration (e.g. Tablet or Tablet - Oral).Condition
Dosage
Administration
Radiotherapy
10.0 mg/mL, , 10.0 mg
Intramuscular, Injection, solution, , Injection, solution - Intramuscular, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Toxicity to various agents
10.0 mg/mL, , 10.0 mg
Intramuscular, Injection, solution, , Injection, solution - Intramuscular, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Nausea
10.0 mg/mL, , 10.0 mg
Intramuscular, Injection, solution, , Injection, solution - Intramuscular, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Surgical Intervention
10.0 mg/mL, , 10.0 mg
Intramuscular, Injection, solution, , Injection, solution - Intramuscular, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Pharmacotherapy
10.0 mg/mL, , 10.0 mg
Intramuscular, Injection, solution, , Injection, solution - Intramuscular, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Warnings
Torecan has six contraindications and must not be taken if any of the conditions from the table below are present.Torecan ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Comatose
Do Not Combine
severe CNS depression
Do Not Combine
Breast Milk Production
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
phenothiazine
Do Not Combine
known hypersensitivity to the drug or any of the ingredients
Do Not Combine
Common Torecan Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Amisulpride
Major
Thiethylperazine may increase the antipsychotic activities of Amisulpride.
Azelastine
Major
Thiethylperazine may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Azelastine.
Deutetrabenazine
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Thiethylperazine is combined with Deutetrabenazine.
Ethanol
Major
Thiethylperazine may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Ethanol.
Oliceridine
Major
The risk or severity of hypotension, sedation, death, somnolence, and respiratory depression can be increased when Thiethylperazine is combined with Oliceridine.
Torecan Toxicity & Overdose RiskOverdosing on TORECAN can cause negative effects on the Central Nervous System, such as muscle spasms, confusion, seizures, shallow breathing, and low blood pressure.
Torecan Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Torecan?
A series of 5 investigations are currently underway to assess the possible benefits of Torecan in relieving Nausea, post-Surgical Intervention and reducing Toxicity associated with certain agents.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Radiotherapy
6 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 3
Pharmacotherapy
0 Actively Recruiting
Surgical Intervention
0 Actively Recruiting
Nausea
0 Actively Recruiting
Toxicity to various agents
0 Actively Recruiting
Torecan Reviews: What are patients saying about Torecan?
1Patient Review
9/15/2009 Unfortunately, I had a really severe allergic reaction to this medication. My face started to swell up and I couldn't breathe. Had to go to the emergency room for a shot that helped me recover.
Patient Q&A Section about torecan
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What is Torecan used for?
"Torecan is a medication used to relieve nausea and vomiting. It is a phenothiazine, and the brand name Torecan is now discontinued. However, generic versions of the medication may still be available."
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What is Dizinil?
"Diznil 25mg Tablet is a medicine that works by blocking histamines in the body. It is classified as an antihistamine and is used to treat motion sickness, vertigo, or Meniere's disease."
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