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Loxapine Succinate: Chemical Structure, Mechanism of Action, Uses & Side Effects

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Chemical Structure:

  • C18H18ClN3O. (C4H6O4)

Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure

Mechanism of Action:

  • Loxapine is a dibenzoxazepine antipsychotic, blocking dopaminergic receptors in the brain.

Uses:

  • It's used for the treatment of schizophrenia.

Side Effects:

  • Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, and dry mouth. More serious side effects include extrapyramidal symptoms and tardive dyskinesia.

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