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About Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml
Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml belongs to a class of medications called antipsychotics used to treat schizophrenia (a mental illness) and other psychotic disorders. Schizophrenia is a mental disorder that affects the ability of a person to feel, think and behave clearly.
Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml contains Flupentixol which works by inhibiting the dopamine (chemical messenger) receptors in the brain. Dopamine is involved in regulating mood, behaviour, and emotions. Thereby, Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml helps in controlling psychotic illness by preventing the overactivity of dopamine in the brain. Thus, it helps in improving feelings, disturbing thoughts, and behaviour.
Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Some people may experience dry mouth, drowsiness, rigidity of the whole body, muscle spasms, headache, changes in weight, dizziness, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), nervousness, or depression. Most of these side effects of Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Flupentixol or other medicines. Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml is not recommended for children and adolescents. Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions. Using Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml in the third trimester may cause adverse effects in the baby, such as breathing problems, muscle stiffness or weakness, shaking, etc. Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml may be excreted in human milk. Therefore, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml. Do not consume alcohol with Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml as it may increase drowsiness. Drive only if you are alert, as Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml may cause dizziness, blurred vision, or drowsiness.
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Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml contains Flupentixol used to treat schizophrenia (a mental illness) and other psychotic disorders. Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml inhibits the dopamine (chemical messenger) receptors in the brain. Dopamine is involved in regulating mood, behaviour, and emotions. Thereby, Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml helps in controlling psychotic illness by preventing the overactivity of dopamine in the brain. Thus, it helps in improving feelings, disturbing thoughts, and behaviour.
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Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Flupentixol or other medicines. If you have low potassium or magnesium in your blood, inform your doctor before taking Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml. Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml is not recommended for children and adolescents. Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions. Using Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml in the third trimester may cause adverse effects in the baby, such as breathing problems, muscle stiffness or weakness, shaking, etc. Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml may be excreted in human milk. Therefore, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml. Inform your surgeon, anesthetist, or dentist before any surgery that you are on treatment with Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml. Do not consume alcohol with Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml as it may increase drowsiness. Drive only if you are alert, as Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml may cause dizziness, blurred vision, or drowsiness.
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Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml contains Flupentixol which works by inhibiting the dopamine (chemical messenger) receptors in the brain. Dopamine is involved in regulating mood, behaviour and emotions. Thereby, Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml helps in controlling psychotic illness by preventing the overactivity of dopamine in the brain. Thus, it helps in improving feelings, disturbed thoughts and behaviour.
Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml should be used with caution in asthma patients as it may increase the risk of severe adverse effects. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have asthma or other breathing problems before taking Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml.
Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml may not be recommended to take before surgery. However, inform your surgeon, anaesthetist or dentist before any surgery that you are on treatment with Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml as it may increase the effects of muscle relaxing drugs, general anaesthesia and drugs used to prevent blood clots.
Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml may affect fertility as it reduces sexual activity. However, it is a temporary effect. Please consult a doctor if you are planning for pregnancy before taking Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml.
Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml should be used with caution in patients suffering from fits as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have a history of fits before taking Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml.
You are not recommended to take Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml with levodopa (antiparkinson drug) as it may decrease the effectiveness of levodopa and increase the risk of adverse effects such as low blood pressure, drowsiness, light-headedness and dizziness. However, please consult your doctor before using Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml with any other medicines.
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Certain blood tests are recommended while taking Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml to monitor the level of Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml in blood if you have liver problems.
Disease/Condition Glossary
Schizophrenia: It is a mental disorder that impairs a person's ability to feel, think, and behave clearly. Hallucinations thought or movement disorders, delusions (misbelief), lack of emotion, sleep problems, isolating oneself from family and friends, and difficulty performing daily activities are some of the symptoms.
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Alcohol
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Avoid consumption of alcohol with Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml as it may increase drowsiness and other adverse effects.
Pregnancy
Caution
Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml is not recommended during pregnancy, especially in the first and third trimesters, unless it is clearly necessary. It may cause adverse effects in the baby, such as muscle stiffness, shaking, sleepiness, weakness, breathing problems and difficulty in the foetus. Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml.
Breast Feeding
Caution
If you are breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before receiving Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml.
Driving
Caution
Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml may cause dizziness, drowsiness or blurred vision in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel dizzy, drowsy, or experience any vision problems after taking Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml.
Liver
Caution
Take Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. If you have liver problems, your doctor may monitor levels of Flupentixol in your blood.
Kidney
Caution
If you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine as necessary.
Children
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Fluxit-Depot-40 Injection 2 ml is not recommended for children and adolescents as safety and effectiveness were not established.