Stelazine is commonly prescribed to relieve symptoms of schizophrenia or anxiety. This portion of the eMedTV library explains how the prescription drug works and discusses its effects, potential side effects, and tips on when and how to take it.
Common Stelazine side effects may include dizziness, drowsiness, and blurred vision. This eMedTV resource lists other common side effects of Stelazine, as well as side effects that may require immediate medical attention (such as seizures).
As this eMedTV page explains, some people who take Stelazine may experience sexual side effects (such as impotence or priapism). This page also discusses some treatments your doctor might suggest if you develop these Stelazine sexual side effects.
Insomnia appears to be a side effect of Stelazine, although the percentage of people it affects is unknown. This eMedTV page lists some things you can do if you are taking Stelazine and insomnia occurs, such as keeping a regular sleep-wake cycle.
Some people taking Stelazine have reported dry mouth as a side effect of the medication. This eMedTV Web page provides some tips you can try if you are taking Stelazine and dry mouth becomes a problem, such as sipping sugarless drinks often.
Stelazine uses include treating schizophrenia and anxiety (for the short term). This selection of the eMedTV archives describes some of the symptoms of schizophrenia and anxiety, and explains how Stelazine works to control these symptoms.
Various factors affect a person's Stelazine dosage, such as the medical condition being treated. This eMedTV article provides information on Stelazine dosing guidelines, including dosage recommendations for people with anxiety and for children.
Seizure medications and narcotics are among the drugs that can cause Stelazine drug interactions. This eMedTV segment lists other medications that can potentially interact with Stelazine and discusses the problems these interactions can cause.
Stelazine can cause a life-threatening condition called neuroleptic malignant syndrome. This eMedTV page offers other Stelazine warnings and precautions, such as the safety of taking the drug while pregnant and a list of those who should not take it.
Symptoms of a Stelazine overdose can include drowsiness, unusual body movements, and an arrhythmia. This eMedTV resource lists other possible symptoms of a Stelazine overdose and discusses the various treatment options that are available.
Stelazine may not be safe to take during pregnancy. This portion of the eMedTV archives offers more information on Stelazine and pregnancy, and explains why the FDA has classified it as a pregnancy Category C medication.
It is unknown whether using Stelazine while breastfeeding is safe for the nursing child. This eMedTV resource discusses Stelazine and breastfeeding in more detail and explains the importance of talking with your doctor about your specific situation.
Stelazine is only available in a generic form. This eMedTV Web page explains that all of the patents for brand-name Stelazine have expired and the brand-name version is no longer made. This page also lists the companies that make generic Stelazine.
Generally, you should not drink alcohol and take Stelazine at the same time. As this eMedTV article explains, combining alcohol and Stelazine can increase your risk of several side effects, such as low blood pressure or drowsiness.
If you suddenly stop taking Stelazine, withdrawal symptoms can potentially occur. This portion of the eMedTV Web site outlines possible symptoms of Stelazine withdrawal and explains the steps your healthcare provider may take to help limit them.
