Fluanxol Depot 20mg Injection

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Composition FOR Fluanxol 20mg/ml Injection

Flupenthixol(20mg/ml)

food interaction for Fluanxol Injection

alcohol interaction for Fluanxol Injection

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lactation interaction for Fluanxol Injection

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No interaction found/established

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Fluanxol Depot 20mg Injection may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

UNSAFE

The safety of Fluanxol Depot 20mg Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Fluanxol Depot 20mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.

CAUTION

SALT INFORMATION FOR Fluanxol 20mg/ml Injection

Flupenthixol(20mg/ml)

Fluanxol injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of depression, schizophrenia and Bipolar disorder.

How fluanxol injection works

Fluanxol Depot 20mg Injection is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.

Common side effects of fluanxol injection

Dryness in mouth, Hyperkinesia, Slow movement, Nausea, Vomiting, Decreased appetite, Diarrhea, Runny nose, Sweating, Muscle pain, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Restlessness, Anxiety, Agitation

SUBSTITUTES FOR Fluanxol Injection

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Fluanxol Injection

You have been prescribed Flupenthixol for the treatment of schizophrenia.
It is administered into the muscle of the buttock or thigh by your doctor or healthcare professional.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Flupenthixol 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 Flupenthixol without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

Frequently asked questions FOR Fluanxol 20mg/ml Injection

Flupenthixol

Q. What is Fluanxol Depot 20mg Injection deconate?

Fluanxol Depot 20mg Injection belongs to a class of medication called as typical antipsychotic. It acts by increasing the amounts of chemical (serotonin), in the brain. Fluanxol Depot 20mg Injection decanoate is a long-acting preparation of Fluanxol Depot 20mg Injection for injection into the muscles, which may be given at a frequency ranging from once in a week to once in 4 weeks

Q. What is Fluanxol Depot 20mg Injection used for?

Fluanxol Depot 20mg Injection 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

Q. Why is Fluanxol Depot 20mg Injection banned?

Fluanxol Depot 20mg Injection in combination with melitracen is banned in india due to safety concern