LUIXOL 20mg|ml Injection

Frequently asked questions

• Onset of action

  The effect of this medicine is cumulative and it usually takes 1 to 3 days before symptom improvement can be seen.

• Duration of Effect

  The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 2 to 4 weeks.

• Safe with Alchohol?

  Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, difficulty with concentration and memory, impaired thinking and judgment, etc.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Usage in pregnancy?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

• Usage while breast-feeding?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition. Alternatively, your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

• Allergy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to flupenthixol, any other thioxanthenes, or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

• Pregnancy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

• Breast-feeding

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition. Alternatively, your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

• Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS)

  This medicine should be used with extreme caution due to the increased risk of neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Report any symptoms such as an increased heart rate, increased breathing rate, fever, changes in mood or behavior, etc. to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate patient/caregiver counseling, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

• Other coexisting diseases

  This medicine may affect the treatment of many other diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, lung diseases, kidney diseases, liver diseases, etc. It is advised that you report to the doctor all your past medical history as well as your current medical conditions before beginning treatment with this medicine.

• Driving or operating machinery

  This medicine may cause symptoms such as weakness, drowsiness, sleepiness, dizziness, etc. in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during or immediately after the treatment with this medicine.

This medicine is usually administered in the hospital/clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

• Usage does not depend on food timings
• To be taken as instructed by doctor
• May cause sleepiness

• drugbank - Flupentixol [Internet]. Available from: https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00875 [cited 5/6/2021]. 2021