Navane, a drug used to treat schizophrenia, belongs to a class of drugs known as "typical" antipsychotics. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at Navane, including information on its uses, dosing guidelines, possible side effects, and more.
Side effects of Navane can include drowsiness, blurred vision, and dry mouth. This eMedTV selection provides a detailed discussion of Navane side effects, including information on what to do if you experience side effects while taking Navane.
Navane is used to treat schizophrenia. This selection from the eMedTV archives gives an overview of what Navane is used for, including information on "off-label" Navane uses, such as the treatment of psychotic depression.
For most people with mild schizophrenia, the starting Navane dosage is 2 mg three times daily. This eMedTV page also covers Navane dosing for those with severe symptoms and offers some tips on taking the drug (like taking it at the same time each day).
Navane drug interactions can potentially occur when Navane is taken with drugs such as Requip or Prozac. This eMedTV segment covers drugs that can lead to interactions with Navane and the negative effects that can occur when they're taken with Navane.
This eMedTV resource deals with Navane warnings and precautions, such as being aware that the drug may increase your risk of seizures, liver damage, or eye damage. This article also provides a list of people who should avoid the drug.
As this eMedTV Web page explains, dry mouth is a possible side effect of Navane. If you're taking Navane and dry mouth occurs, you may be able to help it by using a humidifier at night, sipping water often, and avoiding tobacco, among other things.
Navane is considered a pregnancy Category C medication. This page on the eMedTV site features an in-depth discussion on the use of Navane during pregnancy, including the results of animal studies that looked at Navane and pregnancy.
It is not known if Navane would have any negative effects on a breastfed infant. This eMedTV segment takes a closer look at Navane and breastfeeding, including what to do if your healthcare provider recommends taking Navane while breastfeeding.
Signs of a Navane overdose can include low blood pressure, dizziness, and twitching. This eMedTV Web page takes a closer look at what can happen when a person takes too much Navane and also covers some of the treatment options for a Navane overdose.
It's possible to experience withdrawal symptoms like nausea or shakiness if you stop Navane too quickly. This eMedTV resource offers a more detailed list of Navane withdrawal symptoms and provides suggestions for slowly stopping the drug.
Generic Navane is currently made by two companies and is available in four strengths. This eMedTV Web page gives an overview of generic Navane and the rating system used by the FDA when evaluating generic drugs.
This eMedTV Web page explains that combining alcohol and Navane can increase your risk of side effects, and that it is not recommended that you drink while taking Navane. This page provides more detail on why the two drugs should not be combined.
Navane alternatives can include therapy and other antipsychotic medications. This page on the eMedTV site offers an in-depth look at the alternatives to Navane, including information on the situations in which they might be necessary.
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