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Medicines chlorpromazine hydrochlorideQuestion & answer

chlorpromazine hydrochloride · Medicine question

Can chlorpromazine hydrochloride be taken during pregnancy?

iatroX medicinesMedicine guide reviewed 19 August 2026

The answer

Answer

It is generally avoided unless considered essential by the treating clinician. Established treatment should not be stopped without advice.

Sources for this answer

Chlorpromazine Hydrochloride 25mg/5ml Oral Syrup — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
Chlorpromazine 50mg Tablets — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics

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