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Introduction To Flurilept Tablet
Flurilept Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It may also be used to treat depression and bipolar disorder. It alters the thoughts and elevates the mood, improving the person’s ability to think, feel and behave.
Flurilept 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. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include dry mouth, abnormality of voluntary movements, urinary retention, constipation, and muscle rigidity. 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.
Before taking it, inform your doctor if you are suffering from thyroid or kidney problems, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, glaucoma, or any heart problems. 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 of Flurilept Tablet
- Treatment of Schizophrenia
- Treatment of Depression
- Treatment of Bipolar disorder
Benefits of Flurilept Tablet
Treatment of Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability,
feelings, and behavior become abnormal. Flurilept Tablet helps restore the chemical
imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves
thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.
Treatment of Depression
Flurilept Tablet helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain
that affect mood and behavior. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety,
tension, helps you sleep better, and increases your energy levels. Flurilept Tablet
prevents extreme mood changes and helps you feel less agitated. You may
experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.
Treatment of Bipolar disorder
Flurilept Tablet works to restore the normal balance of nerve activity in your
brain. It can help prevent extreme changes in mood and help you feel less
agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of low mood. It can take several
weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time.
It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least six months but
possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do
not stop taking it unless your doctor advises you to. You should continue to
eat well and keep fit to reduce symptoms of bipolar disorder.
Side effects of Flurilept Tablet
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
Common side effects of Mopendol
- Abnormality of voluntary movements
- Constipation
- Dryness in mouth
- Increased prolactin level in blood
- Muscle stiffness
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Sleepiness
- Tremors
- Urinary retention
- Weight gain
How to use Flurilept Tablet
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. Flurilept Tablet may be taken with or
without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Flurilept Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.
How Flurilept Tablet works
Flurilept Tablet is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.
Quick tips
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Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
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Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
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Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Flurilept Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
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Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase the medicine side effects.
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Monitor your weight during the treatment as Flurilept Tablet can cause weight change.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Flurilept Tablet if I’m pregnant?
Flurilept 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.
BreastfeedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Flurilept Tablet if I’m breastfeeding?
Information regarding the use of Flurilept Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Is drinking alcohol while taking Flurilept Tablet safe?
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Flurilept Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I drive after taking Flurilept Tablet?
It is not known whether Flurilept Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Flurilept Tablet if I have/had kidney diseases?
There is limited information available on the use of Flurilept Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Flurilept Tablet if I have/had liver diseases?
There is limited information available on the use of Flurilept Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
References
Substitutes:
Uridol 20mg Tablet
MRP: ₹ 8079% cheaper
Flumap 20mg Tablet
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Mopendol 20mg Tablet
MRP: ₹ 299.922% cheaper
Penridol 20mg Tablet
MRP: ₹ 1605% costlier
Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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