Spenzo Depot 20mg Injection 1ml
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1ml Injection in Ampoule
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Spenzo Depot 20 MG Description
Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml is an antipsychotic medicine used in long-term maintenance therapy for Schizophrenia (A serious mental disorder in which patients interpret reality abnormally) and similar
psychotic disorders like Bipolar disorder [a mental health condition that causes extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression)] and Depression. It elevates mood and improves a person's thinking ability. It is a depot injection, which implies that it is long-acting. Also, there is negligible fluctuation in medicine levels in the body, and it comes with lesser side effects than oral tablets. This injection should be given by a healthcare worker or professional only. To maintain consistent medicine levels, it should be taken at the same time or as advised by the doctor. Continue to take this injection until told to stop by your doctor. The medicine may cause weight gain, so exercise regularly and have a healthy diet. You may experience side-effects like dry mouth, sleepiness, abnormal movements of muscles, local redness and swelling, sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing. If you feel any of these, report to the doctor. Monitoring of blood sugar and cholesterol levels is advised while on treatment with this medication
Product Summary
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| Contains | Flupentixol / Flupenthixol(20.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Long-term therapy in Schizophrenia and other similar psychotic disorders including depression and bipolar disorder. |
| Side effects | Sleepiness, Muscle spasms, swelling and redness, Increased prolactin level, Dry mouth, Weight gain |
| Therapy | ANTI-PSYCHOTICS |
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Uses of Spenzo Depot 20 MG
- According to CDSCO guidelines,
- Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml is used as
- a Neuroleptic agent (reduce nervous tension by depressing nerve activity)
- Indicated in psychotic (altered thought, perception, loss of touch with reality)
- schizophrenia cases where sedative (causing sleep) and hypnotics effects are contra-indicated
Contraindications of Spenzo Depot 20 MG
- Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml is contraindicated:
- If you are allergic to any ingredients of Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml
- If you have Liver disease
- If you have Kidney disease
- If you are a child below 18 years of age
Side effects of Spenzo Depot 20 MG
- In most people, there are no side effects seen with Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml, but some may experience the following side-effects.
- Sleepiness
- Orthostatic hypotension (low reading of blood pressure on sudden standing)
- Movement disorders like trembling, muscle spasms
- Pain, swelling and redness (at the injection site)
- Weight gain
- If any of the above side effects occur to you, it should be reported to your doctor. Your doctor may change the medicine or prescribe another medicine to reverse the side effects
Precautions and Warnings of Spenzo Depot 20 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml during pregnancy?
A:
Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml is probably unsafe during pregnancy. Studies on animals have shown harmful effects on the developing fetus. Please talk to your doctor if you are planning for pregnancy well in advance because this medicine stays in the body long.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml while breastfeeding?
A:
Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml may pass to the baby through breast milk and cause harmful side effects. Hence, confirm with your doctor whether to take this medicine while breastfeeding or not.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have taken Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml?
A:
Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml has shown to cause drowsiness, decreased alertness, and blurring of vision. All these may affect your ability to drive. Hence, driving is not advisable when taking this medicine.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with the Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml?
A:
It is recommended that people receiving Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml should not drink alcohol. If taken together, it can result in severe drowsiness. Alcohol also worsens psychosis.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You should let your doctor know if you suffer from any of the following;
- If you are suffering from kidney, liver, heart, or prostate problems or if you have glaucoma (raised eye pressure).
- Please notify your doctor if you are following alternative therapy or taking complimentary Chinese herbal medicines
Mode of Action of Spenzo Depot 20 MG
How Does It Work?
Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml belongs to the Antipsychotic group of medicines. It acts by blocking dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain, which alters thought and mood.
It takes days or weeks for the results to be seen. When the injection is first administered, you probably will not find any difference as it takes 2-4 weeks for the medicine to build up the desired level in your body....
Directions for Use of Spenzo Depot 20 MG
- A small dose of Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml is injected as a test dose to see how your body reacts to the medicine for the first time. A nurse or a doctor usually does this
- If you react well to the medicine, your doctor may start you on a regular injection given via intramuscular route into the thigh-muscle or bottom
- The usual dose of Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml varies from 20 mg to 400 mg weekly. It is usually prescribed on two weekly basis but may also be given once a month. You need to follow your doctor's advice very precisely...
- Kindly do not administer the medicine yourself
Interactions of Spenzo Depot 20 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml may have some life-threatening adverse reactions if taken with the following medicines.
- Antifungal medicines like Clotrimazole, Fluconazole, Itraconazole- It increases the levels of Spenzo, which may lead to abnormal heart rate
- Levodopa (Anti-parkinson's medicine) - inceased toxicity of Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml
Storage and disposal of Spenzo Depot 20 MG
Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml should be stored as directed on the label, under 30°C. This should be kept safely so that no other person can access it, especially children and pets. Dispose of the medication as advised on the instructions on the label. For any concerns, connect to your pharmacist or doctor....
Dosage of Spenzo Depot 20 MG
Overdose
Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml may have adverse reactions if taken in extra doses. It is a long-acting medicine hence needs to be monitored whenever taken. Consult with the doctor who has prescribed this medicine if you have symptoms like tremors, and jaw restricted movement, etc....
Missed a Dose
If you missed a dose of Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml, it should be taken as early as possible. You may also have to make the earliest appointment with your doctor.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Divya Rohra
MBBS
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Jagruti Jain
MBBS, MD, DNB, General Medicine
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Are there any alternatives to Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml?
A: Yes, there are alternatives to Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml available now in the form of tablets or injections. Overall, anti-psychotics have similar therapeutic effects, but they differ in their side-effects. Depending on the patient's profile a suitable alternative can be prescribed by the doctor.
Q: Is it okay to stop taking Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml if no symptoms ?
A: No, it's not okay to stop Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml all of sudden even if you are symptom-free.. This is because the previous symptoms can to reoccur. You need to discuss it with your doctor before deciding anything yourself.
Q: Is Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml habit-forming ?
A: No, Spenzo Depot 20 mg Inj 1 ml is not habit-forming. It has low abuse potential. But, if you stop receiving this medicine suddenly, you may have to experience certain unpleasant symptoms.
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SPENZO
Country of Origin
India
Expires on or After
29/06/2026
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