SPENZO 1MG TABLET contains Flupenthixol which belongs to the group of medicines called Antipsychotics. SPENZO 1MG TABLET is used to treat schizophrenia (serious mental disorder) and other psychoses in affected individuals.
SPENZO 1MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to Flupentixol, antipsychotic drugs, and/or other thioxanthene drugs. It is also not recommended for use in patients with serious blood circulation problems.
Before taking SPENZO 1MG TABLET inform your doctor if you suffer from ankle swelling/shortness of breath, thyroid problems, epilepsy, diabetes, lung problems (such as asthma/bronchitis), heart problems (such as irregular/slow heartbeat, recent heart attack), kidney problems (such as phaeochromocytoma), and/or liver disease.
SPENZO 1MG TABLET is generally not recommended for use during pregnancy unless it is clearly necessary. It is also not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.
SPENZO 1MG TABLET is also not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) and is advised to be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years/above) after consulting your doctor.
The most common side effects of taking SPENZO 1MG TABLET are drowsiness, dry mouth, muscle spasm, vomiting, indigestion, diarrhea, and/or drowsiness. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsen.
SPENZO 1MG TABLET works by acting on specific nerve pathways in brain which leads to balance of certain chemicals in the brain thus preventing the occurrence of schizophrenia and other psychotic symptoms in affected individuals.
Take SPENZO 1MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the right dose and duration depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Stop taking SPENZO 1MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
Dry mouth:
Try to drink plenty of cold water and sip on cold unsweetened drinks and use lip balm if your lips are dry. Brush your teeth twice a day and use mouthwash. Consult and inform your doctor if the symptom gets worse.
Dizziness:
Try to rest and get enough sleep. Try to avoid driving or operating any tools or machines while you feel dizzy. Limit consumption of alcohol, as it can aggravate dizziness. Consult and inform your doctor if the symptom worsens.
Headache:
If SPENZO 1MG TABLET causes headache, then take rest and drink plenty of fluids. Try to avoid drinking alcohol. Ask your doctor to recommend a painkiller. Headaches should usually go away after the first week of taking SPENZO 1MG TABLET. If it lasts more than a week or severe, inform your doctor.
Nausea and vomiting:
Try to take SPENZO 1MG TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if symptom gets worse.
Diarrhoea:
Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. Try to avoid taking any medicine on your own to treat diarrhea. Consult your doctor and inform them if the symptom gets worse.
Itchy Skin:
Try to pat or tap your skin instead of scratching it. Hold a damp towel to cool your skin. Wear loose clothing and avoid tight clothes, or clothes made from wool or synthetic fabrics. Avoid using perfumed soaps, deodorants or moisturizers and use a skin softener regularly.
Tiredness:
Make sure you take rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol. Try to take SPENZO 1MG TABLET at a time when you can sit down (or lie down) when the symptoms are at their worst. Avoid driving or using tools or machinery until you feel well.
SPENZO 1MG TABLET is generally not recommended for use during pregnancy unless it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking it.
SPENZO 1MG TABLETis not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it can pass into the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Do not drive or use machines while taking SPENZO 1MG TABLET since it may cause drowsiness, dizziness, and/or blurred vision.
Do not drink alcohol while taking SPENZO 1MG TABLET as it may increase the sedative effects of alcohol making you drowsier.
SPENZO 1MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease such as phaeochromocytoma (rare type of cancer of a gland near the kidney). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
SPENZO 1MG TABLETshould be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Do not take SPENZO 1MG TABLET if you are allergic to Flupentixol, antipsychotic drugs, other thioxanthene drugs, and/or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
SPENZO 1MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe breathing problems (such as asthma/bronchitis). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
SPENZO 1MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart problems such as irregular/slow heartbeat, recent heart attack. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
SPENZO 1MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you:
Before taking SPENZO 1MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you:
Use in Pediatrics:
SPENZO 1MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Use in Geriatrics:
SPENZO 1MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking SPENZO 1MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of SPENZO 1MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose includes drowsiness, unconsciousness, muscle movements/stiffness, fits, low blood pressure, weak pulse, fast heart rate, pale skin, restlessness, high/low body temperature, and/or changes in heartbeat (including irregular/slow heart rate).
Drug | : | Flupenthixol |
Pharmacological Category | : | Antipsychotic agents |
Therapeutic Indication | : | Schizophrenia and other psychoses |
Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Injection |
How SPENZO 1MG TABLET works?
SPENZO 1MG TABLET works by acting on specific nerve pathways in brain which leads to balance of certain chemicals in the brain thus preventing the occurrence of schizophrenia and other psychotic symptoms in affected individuals.
What SPENZO 1MG TABLET is used for?
SPENZO 1MG TABLET is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and other psychoses in affected individuals. Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder in which people interpret reality in an abnormal way which is generally characterized by symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, disordered thinking and/or behavior that impairs daily functioning.
Can SPENZO 1MG TABLET be used in children and elderly patients?
No, SPENZO 1MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years of age). The medicine is used but with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
How to take SPENZO 1MG TABLET?
Take SPENZO 1MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
What happens if you take more SPENZO 1MG TABLET than your required dose?
If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of SPENZO 1MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose includes drowsiness, unconsciousness, muscle movements/stiffness, fits, low blood pressure, weak pulse, fast heart rate, pale skin, restlessness, high/low body temperature, and/or changes in heartbeat (including irregular/slow heart rate).
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