Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Flupenthixol (0.5mg) + Melitracen (10mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Emocare |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of depression. It helps by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain that relaxes the brain and nerves, thus treating your depression. Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may worsen your symptoms. Some common side effects of Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet include dry mouth, constipation, urinary retention, blurred vision, increased heart rate, muscle rigidity, restlessness, and tremor. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Flupenthixol and Melitracen. Flupenthixol is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood. Melitracen is a tricyclic antidepressant which increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.
What is Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet?
Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet contains two active ingredients: Flupenthixol and Melitracen. This medication is used to treat various mental health conditions, including mood disorders.
Can Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet be stopped when symptoms are relieved?
No, Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet should be continued even after the patient experiences symptom relief. It is crucial to consult with a healthcare professional before discontinuing medication to determine the safest and most effective course of action.
Can Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet can induce drowsiness or sudden sleep onset during daily activities. You may experience these side effects without any prior warning signs. Before starting treatment, avoid engaging in activities requiring alertness like driving, operating machinery, working at heights, or engaging in potentially hazardous tasks until you become familiar with the medication's effects on your body.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine because it can make drowsiness worse.
- It can cause changes in your blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar regularly.
- Inform your doctor if you have liver disease, thyroid disorder, severe heart disease, or a urinary disorder.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
- Let your doctor know you are taking Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet before undergoing any surgical procedure.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Information regarding the use of Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Flupent Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.