Chlorpromazine
Chlorpromazine, known by the brand Thorazine, is a phenothiazine antipsychotic used for schizophrenia and bipolar mania. A single Thorazine tablet formulation appears in this catalogue.
Key points
- The only listed formulation is a tablet, in 50mg and 100mg strengths.
- It may cause drowsiness and can interact with other medicines.
- Thorazine is the originator brand for chlorpromazine, listed by GlaxoSmithKline.
What chlorpromazine is used for
Chlorpromazine is used for Schizophrenia and Bipolar Manic Episodes. As a Mental Health antipsychotic, chlorpromazine calms activity in the brain by acting on dopamine, a chemical that carries signals between nerve cells, which plays a role in psychosis and mood regulation.