Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Schizophrenia.
The correct dosage of Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Difficulty breathing. While these are the most often observed Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Fluanxol can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Fluanxol, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Fluanxol should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Fluanxol on kidney, information on safety of Fluanxol for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Fluanxol may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection on the Heart?
Fluanxol can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection
Taking Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection
Consumption of alcohol and Fluanxol Depot 20 Mg Injection together may have severe effects on your health.
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