Generic Orap

Description

Active Ingredient

The pimozide ingredient acts as the main active component of this medicine. It is a dopamine antagonist that has antipsychotic properties. It inhibits type 2 dopaminergic receptors in the central nervous system to decrease dopamine neurotransmission and reduce the occurrence of motor and vocal tics and delusions of parasitosis. This factor antagonizes alpha-adrenergic and 5-HT2 receptors. It is a member of the class of benzimidazoles that is, which in turn is substituted on the nitrogen by a 4,4-bis butyl group. It plays the role of an H1-receptor antagonist, a serotonergic antagonist, a first-generation antipsychotic, an anti-dyskinesia agent, and a dopaminergic antagonist.

Indications

This given drug is indicated to decrease uncontrolled movements like motor tics or outbursts of words/sounds i.e. vocal tics caused by Tourette syndrome. Orap is an effective medication that works by reducing the activity of a natural substance like dopamine in the brain.

This medicine should not be used for mild symptoms and it should only be used if symptoms cause severe problems in everyday life.

Side Effects

• Sleepiness
• Orthostatic Hypotension
• Increased Prolactin Level In Blood
• Urinary Retention
• Constipation
• Dryness In Mouth
• Abnormality Of Voluntary Movements
• Weight Gain
• Abnormal Vision
• Tremor

Interaction With Other Drugs

• Aprepitant
• Clotrimazole
• Fluconazole

Action Mechanism

Pimozide is a composed medication that works by reducing the activity of a natural substance like dopamine in the brain. Orap should not be used for mild symptoms.

Dosages

Given medicine is available in a dosage as mentioned below:

• 2 mg: It is an oral drug usually taken once a day at bedtime with or without food, as directed by the doctor
• 4 mg: It is to be administered orally once a day at bedtime exactly as mentioned in the prescription by the doctor

Note

It is not recommended for people with long QT syndrome, low blood levels of potassium or magnesium. It must not be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women.