Description
Flupentixol Tablets are available with the branding “PENTHODEP 0.5” and are part of a medicine antipsychotic from the class thioxanthene. This drug is taken for schizophrenia and other mental illnesses that are normal with the way people think, feel, or act. Schizophrenia is an illness in which the person may have a break from reality and is illogical in their thinking and perception of what is happening around them.
Flupentixol Tablets include ‘Flupentixol’ which decreases the impact of certain chemicals in the brain (i. e. Dopamine) that aids in enhancing mood, behavior, and thought processes. It raises the signs of the disease and prevents them from recurring.
Medical Benefits
- It is used in the treatment of schizophrenia which is a mental disorder.
- It is also used to treat other mental disorders in the way people feel, think, and behaving. This medicine affects the levels of some chemicals in the brain called dopamine which in turn helps in the modulation of mood, behavior, and thoughts.
- It raises the signs of the illness and avoids their re-emergence.
- Certain brands of this medicine are used in the management of depressive patients.
- It alleviates symptoms such as inattention, low mood, and sleep disturbances.
Directions For Use
- Flupentixol Tablets should be taken as instructed by your Doctor.
- Take the tablet with water, without dissolution, chewing, or crushing the tablet.
- To minimize the problem of stomach upset should be taken with food.
- Keep the medication in a safe place and in a place that children cannot access easily.
Storage
- Store away from children’s access to avoid mishaps.
- Shelf it and keep it in a cool place free from heat and sunlight.
- Always seal the container well after each use to minimize the quality of the tablets.
Precautions
- Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased drowsiness and lower your blood pressure.
- This medicine can pass into the breast milk, so it is not safe to breastfeed while on this medication. Consult your doctor before taking it.
- It causes drowsiness and sleepiness so do not drive or operate machinery without consulting your doctor.
- Flupentixol Tablets are not recommended for children.
Side Effects
- Sleepiness
- Dryness in mouth
- Weight gain
- Muscle stiffness
- Constipation
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this medicine safe to take for a diabetic patient?
It may impact blood glucose levels and hence a patient has to closely monitor blood sugar levels while on the drug. Patients suffering from diabetes should take the prescribed course of this medicine only after consulting the doctor.
What should I do in case of xerostomia which is a common side effect of this tablet?
One side effect associated with the use of this medicine is that one may develop a dry mouth. To decrease this, avoid caffeine, smoking, and alcohol-contaminated mouth rinses, maintain good hydration, and consume sugar-free candies or gum to increase saliva flow.
Does this medicine cause orthostatic hypotension?
Yes, it may lead to orthostatic hypotension which is a low blood pressure that causes dizziness when standing. If this happens, do not stand or sit up without lying down until symptoms improve. Patients should manage their blood pressure often while using it to avoid such episodes.
