Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection
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Product introduction
Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection is used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It may also be used to treat depression and bipolar disorder. It alters the thoughts and elevates the mood, improving the person’s ability to think, feel and behave.
Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection is used to treat certain mental disorders such as schizophrenia (a mental illness which causes disturbed thinking, strong emotions and abnormal behaviour), mania (an abnormally elevated mood state), behavioural problems in adults and children and symptoms of Tourette's disease (repetative uncontrolled movements and sounds).
Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection is used to treat certain mental disorders such as schizophrenia (a mental illness which causes disturbed thinking, strong emotions and abnormal behaviour), mania (an abnormally elevated mood state), behavioural problems in adults and children and symptoms of Tourette's disease (repetative uncontrolled movements and sounds).
Uses of Fluanxol Injection
Benefits of Fluanxol Injection
In Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.
In Depression
Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain that affect mood and behavior. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, helps you sleep better and increases your energy levels. Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection prevents extreme changes in mood and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.
In Bipolar disorder
Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection works to restore the normal balance of nerve activity in your brain. It can help prevent extreme changes in mood and help you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of low mood. It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time. You should continue to eat well and keep fit to reduce symptoms of bipolar disorder.
Side effects of Fluanxol Injection
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 them
Common 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
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
How to use Fluanxol Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, there have been reports of some side effects in patients with severe kidney disease.
However, there have been reports of some side effects in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection 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 Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection 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 Depot 40mg Injection without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Thioxanthene derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Typical Antipsychotics
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection
Once A Month
39%
Twice A Month
28%
Once A Week
18%
Once A Day
12%
Twice A Day
2%
Alternate Day
1%
What are you using Fluanxol Injection for?
Schizophrenia
50%
Others
50%
How much was the improvement?
Average
67%
Excellent
33%
What were the side-effects while using Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection?
Weight gain
50%
Orthostatic h*
25%
Sleepiness
25%
*Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
How do you take Fluanxol Injection?
With or witho*
50%
With food
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection on price
Expensive
56%
Average
22%
Not Expensive
22%
FAQs
What is Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection deconate?
Fluanxol Depot 40mg 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 40mg Injection decanoate is a long-acting preparation of Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection 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 Depot 40mg Injection used for?
Fluanxol Depot 40mg 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
Why is Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection banned?
Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection in combination with melitracen is banned in india due to safety concern
How does Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection work?
Fluanxol Depot 40mg Injection 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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