Lopetric 0.5mg Tablet DT Substitute

Lopetric 0.5mg Tablet DT is used to treat schizophrenia and Tourette syndrome.

Lopetric 0.5mg Tablet DT contains Haloperidol, which is a typical antipsychotic drug. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.

It is not recommended that you stop taking Lopetric 0.5mg Tablet DT without consulting your doctor. It may cause withdrawal symptoms such as palpitations (the sensation that the heart skipped a beat or extra beat), anxiety, confusion, difficulty sleeping, and tremors. Therefore, take Lopetric 0.5mg Tablet DT for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking it, please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.

In some cases, long-term use of Lopetric 0.5mg Tablet DT may cause dyskinesia (a movement disorder). However, your doctor prescribes this medication if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Lopetric 0.5mg Tablet DT is not recommended in patients with dementia-related psychosis as it increases the risk of heart diseases like heart failure and infectious diseases like pneumonia. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.