Precautions and Warnings With Trifluoperazine (Cont.)

Who Should Not Take Trifluoperazine?

You should not take trifluoperazine if you:
 
  • Are allergic to Stelazine, trifluoperazine hydrochloride, or any of the inactive ingredients used in making trifluoperazine. Your healthcare provider or pharmacist has a list of the inactive ingredients.
     
  • Have a blood disorder, which trifluoperazine may make worse.
     
  • Have liver disease.
     
  • Are taking medications or substances that cause significant drowsiness.
     
  • Are in a coma or a state of decreased consciousness.
 

Final Thoughts on Precautions and Warnings With Trifluoperazine

There are several situations in which trifluoperazine should not be taken, as well as a number of precautions and warnings people should be aware of before taking the medication. However, it is possible that not all of the warnings or precautions were discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your healthcare provider about the specific precautions and warnings with trifluoperazine that may apply to you.

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;