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Thioridazine is a typical antipsychotic of the phenothiazine class, previously indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. It exerts its effects primarily through dopamine D2 receptor antagonism in the brain, leading to a reduction in psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking. Thioridazine also possesses anticholinergic, antiadrenergic, and antihistaminic properties, contributing to both therapeutic and adverse effects. Due to serious cardiac risks, including QT prolongation and fatal arrhythmias, its use is restricted and it has been withdrawn or limited in many countries.
Fact Table | |
Formula | C21H26N2S2 |
License | Withdrawn in U.S. (2005); formerly FDA-approved |
Bioavailability | ~35–50% |
Legal status | Discontinued or restricted in most regions |
Chemical Name | 10-[2-(1-methyl-2-piperidyl)ethyl]-2-methylthio-phenothiazine |
Elimination half-life | ~6–40 hours (highly variable) |
Dosage (Strength) | 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 200 mg tablets (discontinued) |
Pregnancy | Category C – caution advised |
Brands | Mellaril (brand name, discontinued) |
Protein binding | ~90–99% |
PubChem CID | 5452 |
MedlinePlus | a682119 |
ChEBI | CHEBI:9587 |
ATC code | N05AC02 |
DrugBank | DB00679 |
KEGG | D08661 |
Routes of administration | Oral |
Thioridazine should be used only in patients with schizophrenia who have not responded adequately to other antipsychotics.
Each tablet contains:
Inactive ingredients may include:
Thioridazine is contraindicated in:
Boxed Warning: Thioridazine prolongs the QT interval and can cause torsades de pointes, which may be fatal. It should only be used in treatment-resistant schizophrenia when other antipsychotics have failed. Obtain a baseline ECG and monitor potassium and magnesium levels. Use caution in patients with electrolyte imbalances, hepatic dysfunction, or cardiovascular disease. May impair judgment, especially early in treatment. Avoid alcohol and CNS depressants. Not recommended in pediatric patients or during pregnancy unless clearly indicated.
Common and potential side effects include: