Levomepromazine, also known as Levoprome, is an antipsychotic medication used to treat mental and emotional disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression. It works by affecting certain chemicals in the brain to help reduce symptoms. This medication is usually taken twice a day, either with or without food. Common side effects include drowsiness, dry mouth, constipation, and weight gain.
Levomepromazine, also known by brand names like Nozinan and Levoprome, is a medication used primarily in palliative care . It belongs to a class of drugs called phenothiazines, which are also referred to as typical antipsychotics.
Levomepromazine works by blocking the effects of certain chemicals in the brain, including dopamine, serotonin, and histamine. While it is a low-potency antipsychotic, it has strong analgesic (pain-relieving), hypnotic (sleep-inducing), and antiemetic (anti-nausea and vomiting) properties.
Here's a summary of how Levomepromazine is used:
- Primary use: Palliative care for managing symptoms like pain, nausea, vomiting, anxiety, and agitation in terminally ill patients.
- Other uses:
- Schizophrenia: Although not the preferred medication for this condition, it can be used to manage symptoms of schizophrenia in some cases.
- Insomnia: Can be used at lower doses to treat insomnia.