Review the side-effects of Trifluperidol as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most important: Extrapyramidal effects (EPS) like acute dystonia (severe spasms affecting neck and eyes), Parkinsonian symptoms, akathisia (physical and psychological restlessness) and tardive dyskinesia (involuntary movements of the tongue and mouth)
Eye: Blurred vision
Gastrointestinal: Constipation
Heart: Prolonged QT interval, hypotension
Others: Dry mouth, weight gain, muscle stiffness and cramping, Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most important: Extrapyramidal effects (EPS) like acute dystonia (severe spasms affecting neck and eyes), Parkinsonian symptoms, akathisia (physical and psychological restlessness) and tardive dyskinesia (involuntary movements of the tongue and mouth)
Eye: Blurred vision
Gastrointestinal: Constipation
Heart: Prolonged QT interval, hypotension
Others: Dry mouth, weight gain, muscle stiffness and cramping, Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
