# Thiothixene (Thiothixene)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/thiothixene
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Thiothixene?

Thiothixene is a typical antipsychotic. It is prescribed to treat psychotic disorders, schizophrenia. Across the United States, 692 doctors prescribe Thiothixene to approximately 71 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Thiothixene

## Indications

Thiothixene is prescribed for the treatment of psychotic disorders and schizophrenia.

## Conditions treated

- [Psychotic Disorders](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/psychotic-disorders)
- [Schizophrenia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/schizophrenia)

## Mechanism of action

decreasing abnormal excitement in the brain

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Typical Antipsychotic [EPC]
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

spasm of the neck muscles, sometimes progressing to tightness of the throat, swallowing difficulty, difficulty breathing, and/or protrusion of the tongue

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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