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Jotal Information

Jotal, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Anxiety, Schizophrenia.

The correct dosage of Jotal depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Jotal also has some side effects, the most common being Dizziness, Drowsiness, Tiredness. These side effects of Jotal are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Jotal has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Jotal related warnings talks about Jotal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Jotal since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Jotal contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Jotal have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Jotal, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Jotal Benefits & Uses
Jotal Dosage & How to Take
Jotal Side Effects
Jotal Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Jotal with Other Drugs
Jotal Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Jotal
Jotal Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Jotal Benefits & Uses

Jotal is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Schizophrenia

Jotal Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Chlordiazepoxide (1 mg), Trifluoperazine (10 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Chlordiazepoxide (1 mg), Trifluoperazine (10 mg)/Tablet

Jotal Related Warnings

Is the use of Jotal safe for pregnant women?

Jotal should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Jotal safe during breastfeeding?

Jotal may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Jotal on the Kidneys?

Jotal may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Jotal on the Liver?

Jotal may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Jotal on the Heart?

Jotal may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Jotal with Other Drugs

Jotal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Jotal Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Jotal unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Jotal

Is this Jotal habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Jotal has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Jotal can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Jotal only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, taking Jotal can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Jotal Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Jotal

Taking Jotal with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Jotal

Consumption of alcohol and Jotal together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Jotal

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Jotal cause weight gain?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

No, Jotal does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing unusual weight gain after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Jotal and quetiapine together?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Jotal and quetiapine only on your doctor's advice because taking these two drugs together might result in increased side effects such as difficulty concentrating, drowsiness, and dizziness.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Jotal?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Take Jotal as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Using this drug beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to drug dependence.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Jotal with ibuprofen?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Jotal can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Jotal along with ibuprofen if it does not exceed recommended doses.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Jotal cause dry mouth?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Jotal might cause dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and ample water.