Sizonil Tablet 5 mg is an antipsychotic medicine containing Trifluoperazine 5 mg, belonging to the phenothiazine class. It is used in the treatment of psychiatric disorders where there is an imbalance of brain chemicals, particularly dopamine. The medicine helps improve thinking, behavior, mood stability, and reduces symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and severe agitation.
Sizonil Tablet 5 mg is commonly used in schizophrenia, acute psychosis, and short-term management of severe anxiety disorders under strict medical supervision.
রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন
Composition
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Active Ingredient: Trifluoperazine 5 mg
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Dosage Form: Oral Tablet
Indications
Sizonil Tablet 5 mg is indicated for:
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Schizophrenia
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Acute and chronic psychosis
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Severe anxiety disorders (short-term management)
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Agitation and behavioral disturbances
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Adjunct therapy in certain psychiatric conditions
How Sizonil Tablet Works
Trifluoperazine works by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter responsible for mood, perception, and behavior. By reducing excessive dopamine activity, the medicine helps to:
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Reduce hallucinations and delusions
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Control agitation and aggressive behavior
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Improve emotional stability
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Support clearer thinking and better behavior control
Dosage and Administration
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Take exactly as prescribed by a registered physician.
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Dose varies depending on severity of condition and patient response.
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Usually taken 1–3 times daily with or without food.
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Do not stop or change dose without medical advice.
Benefits of Sizonil Tablet 5 mg
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Effective control of psychotic symptoms
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Reduces hallucinations and delusions
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Helps stabilize mood and behavior
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Useful in managing severe anxiety (short-term use)
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Supports long-term psychiatric treatment under supervision
Possible Side Effects
Some patients may experience side effects such as:
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Drowsiness or sedation
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Dizziness
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Dry mouth
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Blurred vision
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Muscle stiffness or tremors
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Restlessness or agitation
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Weight changes
Rare but serious movement-related side effects (extrapyramidal symptoms) may occur and require immediate medical attention.
রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন
Precautions and Warnings
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Use only under psychiatric supervision
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Not recommended for elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis
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Avoid alcohol during treatment
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May impair alertness; caution while driving or operating machinery
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Use cautiously in patients with liver, kidney, or heart disease
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Pregnancy and breastfeeding use only if clearly advised by a physician
Storage Instructions
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Store below 30°C in a dry place
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Protect from light and moisture
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Keep out of reach of children.