Mellaril

Schizophrenia, Schizophrenia, Alzheimer's Disease

Treatment

1 FDA approval

20 Active Studies for Mellaril

What is Mellaril

Thioridazine

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Thioridazine is a type of antipsychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia and agitation. It does not have the same anti-nausea effects as other similar medications, but it has a lower risk of causing side effects like muscle stiffness. Thioridazine was taken off the market in 2005 due to its association with heart rhythm problems.

Thioridazine Hydrochloride

is the brand name

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Mellaril Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Thioridazine Hydrochloride

Thioridazine

1983

20

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Thioridazine, otherwise known as Thioridazine Hydrochloride, is approved by the FDA for 1 uses like Schizophrenia .

Schizophrenia

Helps manage Schizophrenia

Effectiveness

How Mellaril Affects Patients

Thioridazine is a drug used to treat schizophrenia and other mental health disorders. It has not been found to be helpful in managing behavioral issues in people with intellectual disabilities.

How Mellaril works in the body

Thioridazine works by blocking two types of dopamine receptors in the brain. It also reduces the effects of certain hormones released by the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, and suppresses activity in the parts of the brain that control metabolism, body temperature, alertness and vomiting.

When to interrupt dosage

The advised dose of Mellaril is contingent upon the diagnosed condition, like Schizophrenia, Alzheimer's Disease and Schizophrenia. The measure of dosage fluctuates as per the method of administration depicted in the table below.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Schizophrenia

, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 30.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL

, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Solution - Oral, Solution

Schizophrenia

, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 30.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL

, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Solution - Oral, Solution

Alzheimer's Disease

, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 30.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL

, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Suspension - Oral, Suspension, Liquid, Liquid - Oral, Solution - Oral, Solution

Warnings

Mellaril Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Coma

Do Not Combine

Hypotension

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

extremely hypertensive heart disease

Do Not Combine

Mental Depression

Do Not Combine

Long QT Syndrome

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Cardiac Arrhythmia

Do Not Combine

Cytochrome P450

Do Not Combine

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Mellaril.

Common Mellaril Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

4-Methoxyamphetamine

Major

The metabolism of 4-Methoxyamphetamine can be decreased when combined with Thioridazine.

5-methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine

Major

The metabolism of 5-methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine can be decreased when combined with Thioridazine.

Acebutolol

Major

The metabolism of Acebutolol can be decreased when combined with Thioridazine.

Acepromazine

Major

Thioridazine may increase the orthostatic hypotensive, hypotensive, and antihypertensive activities of Acepromazine.

Alfuzosin

Major

Thioridazine may increase the hypotensive activities of Alfuzosin.

Mellaril Toxicity & Overdose Risk

The lowest toxic dose of the drug in rats is between 956-1034mg/kg when taken orally. Overdosing can cause symptoms such as agitation, blurred vision, confusion, constipation, difficulty breathing, dilated or constricted pupils, dry mouth and skin, low body temperature, low blood pressure, fluid in the lungs, heart abnormalities, inability to urinate, intestinal blockage, nasal congestion, restlessness, sedation, seizures, and shock.

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Mellaril Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Mellaril?

241 active clinical trials are presently examining the potential of Mellaril to alleviate Schizophrenia, Alzheimer's Disease and Schizophrenic Symptoms.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Alzheimer's Disease

39 Actively Recruiting

Phase 4, Phase 2, Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 1

Schizophrenia

31 Actively Recruiting

Early Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 4

Schizophrenia

97 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3, Not Applicable, Early Phase 1, Phase 4, Phase 1, Phase 2

Mellaril Reviews: What are patients saying about Mellaril?

5

Patient Review

10/24/2007

Mellaril for Schizophrenia

Millaril was much more effective than Seroquel in helping my anxiety and nervous habits, like pulling out my hair. And it's way cheaper too!

3.7

Patient Review

5/7/2009

Mellaril for Schizophrenia

I'm starting to experience congestive heart failure.

1

Patient Review

3/9/2008

Mellaril for Schizophrenia

I was misdiagnosed with Schizophrenia over 14 years ago and as a result, took Mellaril for an extended period of time. I have since stopped taking the medication, but have developed a heart condition because of it. This is extremely frustrating as I never actually had a mental illness to begin with.
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Patient Q&A Section about mellaril

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is Mellaril still available?

"The Mellaril brand name has been discontinued, but there may be generic equivalents available in the US."

Answered by AI

What kind of drug is Mellaril?

"Mellaril is a medication used to treat psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia. It is usually given after other medications have been tried without successful treatment of schizophrenia."

Answered by AI

Is Mellaril the same as Thorazine?

"Thorazine and Mellaril are two different brands of drugs that have similar effects. Thorazine is a brand name for chlorpromazine, and thioridazine is the generic name of Mellaril. Both of these drugs are antipsychotics that work by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain."

Answered by AI

What is Mellaril prescribed for?

"It can reduce aggression and the desire to hurt others. It can reduce aggression and the desire to hurt others.

  1. This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia).

  2. This medication helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life.

  3. It can also help prevent suicide in people likely to harm themselves and reduce aggression and the desire to hurt others.

  4. It can reduce aggression and the desire to hurt others.

  5. It can reduce aggression and the desire to hurt others.

  6. This medication is a psychiatric medication (a type of drug) that works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

  7. This medication is a psychiatric medication (a type of drug) that works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

  8. This medication is a psychiatric medication (a type of drug) that works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

  9. This medication is a psychiatric medication (a type of drug) that works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

  10. This medication is a psychiatric medication (a type of drug) that works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

  11. This medication is a psychiatric medication (a type of drug) that works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

  12. This medication is a psychiatric medication (a type of drug) that works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Mellaril

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Photobiomodulation for Alzheimer's Disease

55 - 89
All Sexes
Los Angeles, CA

The purpose of this study is to see if a special light treatment, called photobiomodulation, can help people with memory problems such as Mild Cognitive Impairment or Mild Dementia due to Alzheimer's disease. The light is given to the forehead using an FDA-cleared medical device. This device is cleared to provide topical heating to elevate tissue temperature for temporary relief of muscle and joint pain, muscle spasm and stiffness associated with arthritis. It also increases blood circulation and relaxes muscle tissue. This device is being used "off-label," meaning it will be used in a way that is different than its cleared use. We want to learn whether this light treatment can improve executive function, and whether it changes certain inflammatory and neurodegeneration related signals in the blood. To do this, we will apply the photobiomodulation device to your forehead. We will also ask you questions and give you cognitive tests before and after light treatment. We will also collect blood samples before and after treatment.

Recruiting
Device

CSMC

Golnaz Yadollahikhales, MD

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Multimodal Intervention for Bipolar Disorder

18 - 35
All Sexes
Hamilton, Canada

People with bipolar disorder (BD) are at high risk of relapse following hospital discharge, partly due to a lack of BD-specific expertise and resources within community services required for comprehensive treatment. Although clinical guidelines recommend combining medication and psychosocial support, and research shows that early intervention is associated with improved outcomes, no structured care programs currently exist for individuals in the early stages of BD, contributing to chronic illness progression and preventable hospitalizations. This open-label pilot trial will assess the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effectiveness of a structured care pathway to support the transition from hospital to community care. The intervention includes group-based psychoeducation, individual peer support, and personalized support for community healthcare providers to improve illness insight, treatment adherence, and symptom management.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton

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Brain Stimulation for Cannabis Craving in Schizophrenia

18 - 65
All Sexes
Nashville, TN

The central hypothesis is this: Brain circuits most relevant to cannabis use in schizophrenia are distinct from pathways identified in healthy controls who use cannabis. This study seeks to provide evidence that targeted stimulation of the DMN leads to both altered network activity and a concomitant behavioral change in cue-induced craving and cognitive performance in individuals with schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder, while targeted stimulation of the L DLPFC leads to these changes in healthy controls who use cannabis. This study will test a model that integrates brain network pathophysiology and cognition to 1) explain the prevalence of cannabis use in schizophrenia and 2) identify a target for engagement in schizophrenia. This study seeks to establish a neuroscientific framework to guide future treatment-oriented studies aimed at reducing craving and improving cognitive performance in individuals with schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder. This is a study of the effect of 2 rTMS interventions on functional connectivity and craving in individuals with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder and healthy controls who use cannabis. Aim 1: Target Engagement: Determine if rTMS manipulates functional connectivity of each target (DMN, L DLPFC) (n=100). Aim 2: Clinical Efficacy: Determine if rTMS affects cue-induced craving and if craving change correlates with change in functional connectivity (n=100). As an exploratory analysis, the factors that explain individual variance in rTMS-induced connectivity change will also be explored.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital

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Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Schizophrenia

18 - 65
All Sexes
Nashville, TN

The central hypothesis is this: DMN connectivity can be modulated with inhibitory cTBS when delivered on an accelerated treatment schedule. This study seeks to provide evidence that accelerated, network-targeted inhibitory stimulation of the DMN leads to both altered network activity and a concomitant behavioral change in cognitive performance in individuals with schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder. This study will also compare the effect of inhibitory cTBS in healthy individuals, as it may also lead to both altered network activity and a behavioral change in cognitive performance in individuals without schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder. If successful, this study will have identified a safe, effective, and broadly applicable treatment for cognitive impairment in schizophrenia that has potential for translation into many other psychiatric and neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital

Heather Ward, MD

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