Noanxium Fp Tablets
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Description
Noanxium Fp 0.5 mg tablet is a prescription medication. Managing the symptoms of various psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia is the main use of the Noanxium Fp tablet. It has only a single acti
ve ingredient: flupenthixol. It is an antidepressant medication. The mode of action of Noanxium tablets is to alter the action of chemical messengers in the brain, which regulates the mood and helps tackle depression. Schizophrenia is a psychotic disorder that changes one’s way of thinking, emotionally reacting and behaving in typical situations. The correct dosage of Noanxium Fp tablet reduces the symptoms of this condition. It is also a mild sedative. The major side effect of Noanxium Fp tablets includes causing heart rhythm disorder, such as QT prolongation. So, consult your doctor if you have been using this medicine for a long time and are experiencing side effects. You must follow your doctor’s directions to use the Noanxium Fp tablet precisely. Do not change the dose or stop using it without consulting your doctor. It can worsen your condition. Mention your medical history to your doctor, as the dose of this medicine may need some adjustment.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹25.55 |
| You Save | ₹9.45 (27% on MRP) |
| Contains | |
| Uses | Schizophrenia |
| Side effects | Constipation, Confusion, Urinary retention, Weight gain, Blurred vision, Dryness in mouth, Sleepiness, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing) |
| Therapy | ANTI-PSYCHOTICS |
Uses
- Aa per CDSCO, Noanxium Fp tablets are used in the following conditions;
- It is indicated as the maintenance therapy of chronic schizophrenic patients whose main symptoms do not include excitement, agitation or hyperactivity.
- It is also used in combination with other medication for the management of depression in adult patients who may, or may not, also be showing signs of anxiety.
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to flupenthixol or any of the components of this medicine.
- If you have severe depression and require hospitalisation.
- If you are using antidepressant medications.
- If you have severe liver disease.
- If you have a heart disorder such as arrhythmia (rhythm dysfunction).
- If you are using the medication, that can cause a change in the heart’s conduction.
- If you have acute angle glaucoma (an eye condition with high fluid pressure inside the eyes).
- If you have kidney disease, close monitoring is required.
- If you have neuroleptic malignant syndrome (a life-threatening reaction to antipsychotic medicines).
- If you have a known history of addiction or alcohol abuse.
- Note - Not recommended in children below 18 years of age, as there is not enough data on its safety.
Side effects
- Tremors
- Muscle stiffness
- Restlessness
- Uncontrolled body movements
- Sudden fall in blood pressure
- Low sexual desire
- Convulsions
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take the Noanxium Fp 0.5 mg tablet during pregnancy?
A:
No, do not take a Noanxium Fp tablet without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant. It can be unsafe to use in pregnancy. Even though there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on unborn babies. Please consult your doctor, so they can weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing it to you.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take the Noanxium Fp 0.5 mg tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
No, do not take the Noanxium Fp tablet while breastfeeding without consulting your doctor. The effects and safety of this medicine on the nursing infant is well established. It may pass into the milk and cause side effects in the infant. If you are using this medicine, breastfeeding must be stopped.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have taken the Noanxium Fp 0.5 mg tablet?
A:
No, do not drive after taking the Noanxium Fp tablet. This medicine has sedation properties, and it can cause side effects like sleepiness, dizziness, slow reflexes, and blurred vision that can affect your ability to drive.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with the Noanxium Fp 0.5 mg tablet?
A:
No, you cannot consume alcohol with a Noanxium Fp tablet. Alcohol can worsen the symptoms of the condition for which you are taking this medicine. It can lead to exaggerated side effects such as drowsiness, tremors, vomiting, dizziness, etc.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are planning to undergo any surgical or dental procedures.
- You have sudden mood changes, talk to your doctor.
- You are using any herbal products, vitamins or supplements that can interfere with this medication.
- You are doing anything that requires concentration, as this medicine can cause drowsiness and dizziness.
- You have diabetes. Monitor your blood sugar regularly as Noanxium Fp medicine can change blood sugar levels.
- You have other conditions such as heart disease, liver disorder, thyroid, etc.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Noanxium Fp 0.5 mg tablet has a single main ingredient: Flupentixol. It is an antipsychotic medication. The exact mechanism of flupentixol is not well understood. However, it is known to work by blocking dopamine receptors. Dopamine is a chemical messenger in the brain that affects various psychological behaviours, thought processes and moods. Stabilising dopamine levels helps with managing various symptoms of schizophrenia....
Directions for Use
- Please take Noanxium Fp tablets precisely as prescribed by the doctor.
- Take this medicine without trying to break or chew it.
- Try to take this medicine before or after eating food.
- Do not use it with other medications without notifying your doctor.
- Avoid surpassing the dosage of Noanxium Fp tablets, even if you cannot notice its effects.
- Do not take this medicine if its packaging has been already opened.
- Do not stop using this medication abruptly, as it can cause adverse effects from withdrawal.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- If you are under treatment with anti-seizure medication along with Noanxium Fp tablet, it can cause serious side effects and even cause an increase in the frequency of seizures.
- If the Noanxium Fp tablet is used with other antipsychotic medications or sometimes antidepressants, it can increase the effects and worsen the condition.
- If you are using opioid pain relievers (tramadol, codeine), muscle relaxants, cough medicine, and other medicines that cause drowsiness (zolpidem), taking Noanxium Fp tablets with them will increase the severity of sleepiness....
- It is better to avoid using medicines that change the electric conduction of the heart through anxiety, as the Noanxium Fp medication can interact with them and increase the risk of serious heart conduction problems....
- Using Noanxium Fp with lithium can increase the lithium toxicity levels and cause neuroleptic malignant syndrome (a life-threatening reaction to antipsychotic medicines).
Storage and disposal
Store Noanxium Fp tablets in a dry area at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and humid conditions. Keep Noanxium Fp tablets away from children and pets.
Try to dispose of the tablet's packaging carefully after using it. Throw these tablets away if the package has been opened. Always try to check the expiration date before taking the medication. Do not use this medication if it is past its expiration date....
Dosage
Overdose
Overdose on Noanxium Fp tablets can cause symptoms like tremors, weakness, muscle twitching, irritability, agitation, severe dizziness, drowsiness, increased heart rate, fever, difficulty breathing, hallucinations, cardiac symptoms, seizures, and loss of consciousness. If you overdosed on a Noanxium Fp tablet, consult a medical doctor and seek emergency medical treatment....
Missed a Dose
If you have forgotten a single dose of the Noanxium Fp tablet, take it as soon as you recall. If it's already time to take the next dose of this tablet, then skip the missed dose and continue with the next one. Do not take both tablets together as it can lead to an overdose. Consult your doctor if you have some confusion about it or missed more than a few doses....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Vijay Y
MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I stop using the Noanxium Fp 0.5 mg tablet if I feel better?
A: No, do not stop using the Noanxium Fp 0.5 mg tablet even if you feel better. Continue the medicine for the duration the doctor advised, or else it can worsen the condition. Consult your doctor first so that the dose can be gradually reduced.
Q: Can I develop a dependency on the Noanxium Fp 0.5 mg tablet if I use it daily?
A: No, Noanxium Fp 0.5 mg tablet is not a habit-forming medicine. It does not cause any dependency tendencies if you consume this medication for a long time. However, consult your doctor to monitor the dose for using this medication safely.
Q: How should I take a Noanxium Fp 0.5 mg tablet daily?
A: This medicine must be used exactly as recommended by your doctor. Try to take it at the same time each day to maintain the right levels of dosage in the body. Closely monitor any changes in symptoms or behaviour. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse effects.
References
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- S; PWS. Depression-inducing and antidepressive effects of neuroleptics. experiences with flupenthixol and flupenthixol decanoate [Internet]. Neuropsychobiology. U.S. National Library of Medicine; [cited 2022 Mar 15].
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