Fluphenazine
Information about Fluphenazine
Fluphenazine uses
Fluphenazine is used in the treatment of schizophrenia.
How fluphenazine works
Fluphenazine 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 fluphenazine
Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Akathisia (inability to stay still), Dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions), Restlessness, Pseudoparkinsonism, Involuntary muscle movement, Oculogyric episodes, Opisthotonos, Increased reflexes, Prolonged QTc interval, Abnormal dreams, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Neuroleptic malignant syndrome, Abnormal liver function, Jaundice, Seizure
Available Medicine for Fluphenazine
Expert advice for Fluphenazine
- It makes you feel sleepy. Do not drive or do anything requiring mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions for Fluphenazine
Fluphenazine
Q. Is Fluphenazine a narcotic or benzodiazepine and cause addiction?
No, Fluphenazine is neither a narcotic nor a benzodiazepine class of drug. It is an antipsychotic drug and it does not have any addiction potential
Q. Is Fluphenazine FDA approved/ a controlled substance?
Yes. Fluphenazine is approved by FDA and it is not a controlled substance
Q. Does Fluphenazine has side effects such as weight gain and depression?
Fluphenazine causes weight gain but not depression.