Trilafon

Be aware that Trilafon may impair the mental or physical abilities needed to drive a car or operate heavy machinery. Avoid activities that require full alertness until you know how the drug affects you.

Stomach inflammation, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and tremors may result if Trilafon is stopped suddenly. Therapy should be discontinued only under a doctor's supervision.

Trilafon is not recommended for children under the age of 12 years.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Trilafon

If Trilafon is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Trilafon with the following:

• Antidepressants such as Elavil, Nardil, Prozac, and Triavil
• Antihistamines such as Benadryl and Tavist
• Antipsychotic medications such as Mellaril and chlorpromazine
• Antiseizure drugs such as Dilantin
• Atropine (Donnatal)
• Barbiturates such as Nembutal and Seconal
• Blood pressure medications
• Drugs that quell spasms, such as Levsin
• Narcotic painkillers such as Percodan and Vicodin
• Phosphorus insecticides
• Tranquilizers and sleep aids such as Halcion, Valium, and Xanax

Extreme drowsiness and other potentially serious effects can result if Trilafon is combined with alcohol or other central nervous system depressants such as narcotics, painkillers, and sleep medications.

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Trilafon may cause false-positive results on pregnancy tests. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, tell your doctor immediately. The safe use of Trilafon during pregnancy has not been established. The benefits of using this medication must be weighed against the possible hazards to the mother and child.

Drugs similar to Trilafon appear in breast milk. If this medication is essential to your health, the doctor may advise you to avoid breastfeeding until your treatment is finished.

Recommended dosage for Trilafon