Fluanxol Tablet Benefits & Uses

Fluanxol Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Fluanxol Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Fluanxol Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Fluanxol Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Fluanxol Tablet. It is best to stop taking Fluanxol Tablet immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Fluanxol Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Fluanxol Tablet. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Fluanxol Tablet on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Fluanxol Tablet on kidneys.

Unknown
What is the effect of Fluanxol Tablet on the Liver?

Side effects of Fluanxol Tablet rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Fluanxol Tablet on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Fluanxol Tablet. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Fluanxol Tablet with Other Drugs

Fluanxol Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Quinidine

Sotalol

Moxifloxacin

Erythromycin

Fluanxol Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fluanxol Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
Low Blood Pressure
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Fluanxol Tablet

Is this Fluanxol Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Fluanxol Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fluanxol Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Fluanxol Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Fluanxol Tablet can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Fluanxol Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fluanxol Tablet

Taking Fluanxol Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluanxol Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Fluanxol Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 441

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