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Composition :

FLUPENTIXOL-20MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Mova Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

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About Penflu 20mg Injection

Penflu 20mg Injection 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.

Penflu 20mg Injection contains Flupentixol which works by inhibiting the dopamine (chemical messenger) receptors in the brain. Dopamine is involved in regulating mood, behaviour, and emotions. Thereby, Penflu 20mg Injection helps in controlling psychotic illness by preventing the overactivity of dopamine in the brain. Thus, it helps in improving feelings, disturbing thoughts, and behaviour.

Penflu 20mg Injection 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 Penflu 20mg Injection 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. Penflu 20mg Injection is not recommended for children and adolescents. Penflu 20mg Injection should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions. Using Penflu 20mg Injection in the third trimester may cause adverse effects in the baby, such as breathing problems, muscle stiffness or weakness, shaking, etc. Penflu 20mg Injection may be excreted in human milk. Therefore, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Penflu 20mg Injection. Do not consume alcohol with Penflu 20mg Injection as it may increase drowsiness. Drive only if you are alert, as Penflu 20mg Injection may cause dizziness, blurred vision, or drowsiness. 

Uses of Penflu 20mg Injection

Schizophrenia

Directions for Use

Penflu 20mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Penflu 20mg Injection contains Flupentixol used to treat schizophrenia (a mental illness) and other psychotic disorders. Penflu 20mg Injection inhibits the dopamine (chemical messenger) receptors in the brain. Dopamine is involved in regulating mood, behaviour, and emotions. Thereby, Penflu 20mg Injection helps in controlling psychotic illness by preventing the overactivity of dopamine in the brain. Thus, it helps in improving feelings, disturbing thoughts, and behaviour.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Penflu 20mg Injection

  • Dry mouth
  • Drowsiness
  • Rigidity of the whole body
  • Muscle spasm
  • Headache
  • Changes in weight
  • Dizziness
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Nervousness
  • Depression

Drug Warnings

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 Penflu 20mg Injection. Penflu 20mg Injection is not recommended for children and adolescents. Penflu 20mg Injection should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions. Using Penflu 20mg Injection in the third trimester may cause adverse effects in the baby, such as breathing problems, muscle stiffness or weakness, shaking, etc. Penflu 20mg Injection may be excreted in human milk. Therefore, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Penflu 20mg Injection. Inform your surgeon, anesthetist, or dentist before any surgery that you are on treatment with Penflu 20mg Injection. Do not consume alcohol with Penflu 20mg Injection as it may increase drowsiness. Drive only if you are alert, as Penflu 20mg Injection may cause dizziness, blurred vision, or drowsiness.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular exercise and maintain a healthy body weight.
  • Maintain a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains. 
  • Follow a regular sleep pattern. Do not take a nap during day time. 
  • Avoid watching tv, using mobiles or laptops just before bedtime.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPSYCHOTICS

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FAQs

Penflu 20mg Injection contains Flupentixol which works by inhibiting the dopamine (chemical messenger) receptors in the brain. Dopamine is involved in regulating mood, behaviour and emotions. Thereby, Penflu 20mg Injection helps in controlling psychotic illness by preventing the overactivity of dopamine in the brain. Thus, it helps in improving feelings, disturbed thoughts and behaviour.

Penflu 20mg Injection 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 Penflu 20mg Injection.

Penflu 20mg Injection may not be recommended to take before surgery. However, inform your surgeon, anaesthetist or dentist before any surgery that you are on treatment with Penflu 20mg Injection as it may increase the effects of muscle relaxing drugs, general anaesthesia and drugs used to prevent blood clots.

Penflu 20mg Injection 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 Penflu 20mg Injection.

Penflu 20mg Injection 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 Penflu 20mg Injection.

You are not recommended to take Penflu 20mg Injection 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 Penflu 20mg Injection with any other medicines.

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Special Advise

Certain blood tests are recommended while taking Penflu 20mg Injection to monitor the level of Penflu 20mg Injection 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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