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FLUPENTIXOL-0.5MG
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Country of origin

India
Other Info - ZAN0342

FAQs

Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's works by balancing the chemical messengers called neurotransmitter and blocking the effect of dopamine located in the brain, thereby helps in improving mood, behaviour, and thoughts.
Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's may cause affect the blood glucose (sugar) levels. So, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised while taking Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's. Diabetes patients should consult a doctor before taking Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.
Yes, orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's. Orthostatic hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better. People taking Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's are advised to regularly monitor their blood pressure levels to avoid such unpleasant events.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's as it may cause increased drowsiness and lower your blood pressure.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Avoid using Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's during pregnancy because the safety of Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's has not established. Please consult your doctor before taking Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's can pass into the breastmilk, so it is not safe to breastfeed while taking Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's. Consult your doctor before taking Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's.

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Driving

Unsafe

Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's causes drowsiness and sleepiness. Do not drive or operate machinery without consulting your doctor.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's is not recommended for children.

About Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's

Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medicine antipsychotic from the class thioxanthene. It is used to treat schizophrenia and other mental disorder that affects the way you feel, think or behave. Schizophrenia is a mental condition in which the person may feel, hear, or see things that are not there, believe things that are not true, feel unusually suspicious or confused.

Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's contains 'Flupentixol' that works by blocking the effects of chemical messengers in the brain (i.e., dopamine), thereby helps in improving mood, behavior, and thoughts. Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's elevates the symptoms of the disease and prevents them from coming back.

Take Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience sleepiness, dryness in the mouth, orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), weight gain, abnormality of voluntary movements (expression of thought through action), urinary retention (completely emptying the bladder), Increased prolactin level in the blood, muscle stiffness, constipation, and tremor. Most of these side effects of Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Before starting Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's, please inform your doctor if you have heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, thyroid, or prostate problems. Talk to your doctor if you have breathing difficulties, diabetes, epilepsy, glaucoma (increase pressure of eye that causes vision loss), myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), Parkinson's disease (a brain disorder that affects movements). Inform your doctor if you ever had a blood disorder or jaundice. Immediately contact your doctor if you are pregnant and breastfeeding.

Uses of Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's

Schizophrenia, Depression

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Medicinal Benefits

Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medicine antipsychotic from the class thioxanthene. It is used to treat schizophrenia. It is also used to treat other mental disorder that affects the way you feel, think, or behave. Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's works by changing the balance of chemicals in the brain (i.e., dopamine), thereby helps in improving mood, behavior, and thoughts. Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's elevates the symptoms of the disease and prevents them from coming back. Some brands of Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's used for people with depression. Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's improves the symptoms like poor concentration, low mood, and poor sleep.

Directions for Use

Take Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush it.

Side Effects of Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's

  • Sleepiness
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
  • Weight gain
  • Abnormality of voluntary movements (expression of thought through action)
  • Urinary retention (completely emptying the bladder)
  • The increased prolactin level in the blood
  • Muscle stiffness
  • Constipation
  • Tremor

Drug Warnings

Do not take Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's or any of its contents. Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's causes drowsiness and dizziness, do not drive unless you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Rise slowly from sitting or lying position as Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's causes orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing). Inform your doctor before taking Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's if you have diabetes as Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's can cause an increase in blood sugar levels. Talk to your doctor if you have breathing difficulties, epilepsy, glaucoma (increased pressure of the eye that causes vision loss), myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), Parkinson's disease (a brain disorder that affects movements). Inform your doctor if you ever had blood disorder or jaundice. Please inform your doctor before taking Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's if you have heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, thyroid, or prostate problems. Immediately contact your doctor if you are pregnant and breastfeeding.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • DOFETILIDE
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  • LITHIUM
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • MOXIFLOXACIN
  • CISAPRIDE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

While taking Zanxit-0.5 Tablet 10's you may become more sensitive to extreme temperature conditions (like too hot or too cold temperature), so it is advisable to avoid getting too cold or too hot or becoming dehydrated especially during summer. Drink plenty of fluid and water to cope with this condition. 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
  • Regularly attend therapy sessions.
  • Perform meditation and yoga.
  • Follow a regular sleep pattern.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Learn about your condition, understand the risk factors, and follow the doctor’s treatment plan.