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Fpx N 0.5mg/10mg Tablet

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Fpx N 0.5mg/10mg Tablet is a product of Tripada Lifecare Pvt Ltd

Composition: Flupenthixol (0.5mg) + Nortriptyline (10mg)

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All Details About Fpx N 0.5mg/10mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Fpx N 0.5mg/10mg Tablet

Description:

Fpx N 0.5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of schizophrenia, a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions. It alters the thoughts and elevates the mood, improving the person’s ability to think, feel and behave.

Fpx N 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine 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.

Earlier taking it, inform your doctor if you are suffering from thyroid or kidney disease, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, glaucoma, or any heart disease. You should not take this medicine if you are under the influence of alcohol or any sleep-inducing, cough, and/ or allergy medication. This medicine can also lead to weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking with high-calorie food, and exercise regularly.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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. Fpx N 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Fpx N

  • Dryness in mouth
  • Constipation
  • Weight gain
  • Sleepiness
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
  • Urinary retention
  • Increased prolactin level in blood
  • Blurred vision
  • Increased heart rate
  • Muscle stiffness
  • Restlessness
  • Tremors

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Fpx N 0.5mg/10mg Tablet
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Fpx N 0.5mg/10mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fpx N 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Fpx N 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
As Fpx N 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may affect your alertness which may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Fpx N 0.5mg/10mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, there have been reports of some side effects in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Fpx N 0.5mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine. Employ of Fpx N 0.5mg/10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

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Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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