Loxapine

Uses

Loxapine is used in the treatment of schizophrenia.

How it Works

How Loxapine works Loxapine is a typical antipsychotic that functions by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that influences thoughts and mood.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Loxapine include sleepiness, orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure upon standing), dryness of the mouth, abnormal voluntary movements, weight gain, increased prolactin levels in the blood, urinary retention, constipation, muscle stiffness, and tremors.

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