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Fluanxol 1mg Tablet

Flupenthixol (1mg)

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Product Code: 10326
Availability: In Stock
Manufacturer: Lundbeck India Pvt Ltd
Constituents

Flupenthixol (1mg)

Usage of Fluanxol 1mg Tablet

  • Schizophrenia
  • Depression
  • Bipolar disorder

Description of Fluanxol 1mg Tablet

Fluanxol 1mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.Some common side effects of this medicine include dry mouth, abnormality of voluntary movements, urinary retention, constipation, and muscle rigidity. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.Inform your doctor if you experience any abnormal movements, particularly of the face, lips, jaw, and tongue while taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise for regular monitoring of blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Additionally, avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make drowsiness worse. This medicine can also lead to weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking with high-calorie food, and exercise regularly.

Possible Side-effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Fluanxol

  • Sleepiness
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Abnormality of voluntary movements
  • Weight gain
  • Increased prolactin level in blood
  • Urinary retention
  • Constipation
  • Muscle stiffness
  • Tremors

Unit

10 tablets

Manufacturer

Lundbeck India Pvt Ltd

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How to use Fluanxol 1mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fluanxol 1mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medicine Works

Fluanxol 1mg Tablet is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.

Related Warnings

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Fluanxol 1mg Tablet.

Fluanxol 1mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Fluanxol 1mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Fluanxol 1mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

There is limited information available on the use of Fluanxol 1mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, there have been reports of some side effects in patients with severe kidney disease.

Fluanxol 1mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fluanxol 1mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Expert Advice

  • Take it at bedtime to avoid feeling sleepy during the day.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Fluanxol 1mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make drowsiness worse.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience any abnormal movements, particularly of the face, lips, jaw and tongue, while taking this medicine.
  • It may increase your weight, blood sugar and cholesterol. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your blood levels regularly.
  • Don't stop taking Fluanxol 1mg Tablet without talking  to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • What is Fluanxol 1mg Tablet deconate?

    Fluanxol 1mg Tablet belongs to a class of medication called as typical antipsychotic. It acts by increasing the amounts of chemical (serotonin), in the brain. Fluanxol 1mg Tablet decanoate is a long-acting preparation of Fluanxol 1mg Tablet for injection into the muscles, which may be given at a frequency ranging from once in a week to once in 4 weeks

  • What is Fluanxol 1mg Tablet used for?

    Fluanxol 1mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and other psychoses which are disorders where individuals are unable to distinguish between what is real and unreal, think clearly, manage emotions, relate to others, and function normally

  • Why is Fluanxol 1mg Tablet banned?

    Fluanxol 1mg Tablet in combination with melitracen is banned in india due to safety concern

  • How does Fluanxol 1mg Tablet work?

    Fluanxol 1mg Tablet belongs to a class of medication called as typical antipsychotic. It acts by normalizing the levels of certain chemicals in the brain in specific brain pathways that are responsible for causing symptoms of the disease.

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