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Composition :

FLUPHENAZINE-25MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Piramal Enterprises Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPSYCHOTICS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

New Delhi, Delhi
Other Info - AN34654

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FAQs

Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection contains 'Fluphenazine,' an antipsychotic medication that affects the balance of neurotransmitters in the brain, thus improving mood, behaviour, and thoughts in schizophrenia.

Before using Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection, let your doctor know if you have a medical history of liver or kidney diseases, heart problems (history of stroke), breathing problems (asthma, emphysema), pheochromocytoma (adrenal gland tumour), Parkinson's disease, fits, low white blood cells, glaucoma, blood problems (leukopenia, thrombocytopenia), low blood calcium levels, enlarged prostate, breast cancer, and Reye's syndrome (a rare, but serious condition that causes swelling in the brain and liver damage). Please let your doctor know if you have any other medical problems before starting Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection.

Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection is not recommended for older dementia patients since it can lead to serious side effects like heart failure, fast/irregular heartbeat, and pneumonia. However, please discuss with the doctor possibly safer treatments for dementia-related behaviour problems.

Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection may cause dizziness. It is advised to avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position that can make you feel dizzy.

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.

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Alcohol

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It is advised to avoid alcohol consumption while using Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection. Alcohol intake while being treated with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection, may cause increased dizziness and drowsiness. Please consult your doctor for more information.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Using antipsychotic drugs during the third trimester of pregnancy may cause muscle problems in newborn babies. Please consult your doctor before using Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection if you are pregnant or planning to conceive. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before prescribing Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection is excreted into the breast milk. Please consult your doctor before using Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection if you are a breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

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Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection may make you feel dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive if you are not mentally alert or experience any symptoms that affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

If you have a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor before receiving Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Children

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Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection is not recommended for children younger than 12 years of age.

About Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection

Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines called 'antipsychotics/neuroleptics,' primarily used to treat psychotic disorders like schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is a mental condition in which the person may feel, hear or see things that are not there (hallucinations), believe things that are not true, and feel unusually suspicious or confused. 

Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection contains 'Fluphenazine' that belongs to the class of phenothiazines. It works by affecting the balance of the neurotransmitters in the brain. Thereby, Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection decreases psychotic symptoms like hallucinations, delusions, and hostility (unfriendly or opposed behaviour) associated with schizophrenia. Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection is intended for use in the management of patients requiring prolonged parenteral antipsychotic therapy.

Your doctor will decide the dose and duration based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Common side effects of Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection include lethargy/tiredness, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, blurred vision, nausea, loss of appetite, dry mouth, constipation, stuffy nose, sweating, weight changes, and pain/redness/swelling at the injection site. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection is not recommended for treatment in patients with dementia-related psychosis. Inform your doctor before starting Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection if you have a history of liver/kidney/heart diseases, breathing problems, blood cell disorder, Parkinson's disease, glaucoma, breast cancer, depression, or fits. If you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or a breastfeeding mother, inform your doctor before starting Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection. Avoid consuming alcohol while being treated with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection as it can make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or operate machinery since it can make you sleepy and interfere with your driving ability. Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection is not approved for children younger than 12 years of age.

Uses of Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection

Schizophrenia.

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Medicinal Benefits

Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection is used to treat schizophrenia and associated psychotic symptoms. It contains 'Fluphenazine' that affects the balance of the neurotransmitters in the brain. It helps clear thinking and relieves psychotic symptoms like delusions, hostility, and hallucinations in schizophrenia.

Directions for Use

It will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection

  • Lethargy/tiredness
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Nausea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Dry mouth
  • Constipation
  • Stuffy nose
  • Sweating
  • Weight changes
  • Pain/swelling/redness at the injection site

Drug Warnings

Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection is not recommended for treatment in patients with dementia-related psychosis. Before using Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection, let your doctor know if you have a medical history of liver or kidney diseases, heart problems, breathing problems (asthma), pheochromocytoma, fits, glaucoma, blood problems (leukopenia, thrombocytopenia), Parkinson's disease, low blood calcium levels, enlarged prostate, depression, or breast cancer. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother before starting Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection. Avoid consuming alcohol during the treatment, as it might lead to increased dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery, as this medicine may decrease your mental alertness, making you feel dizzy or drowsy. Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection is not recommended for children below 12 years of age as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection:
Taking ziprasidone with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ziprasidone with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection:
Coadministration of Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection and Haloperidol can increase the risk of developing irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection and Haloperidol together is generally avoided as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken when a doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, diarrhea, or vomiting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection:
Taking Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection with Pentazocine can increase the risk of serious side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Pentazocine and Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in judgment. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection:
Taking Gatifloxacin and Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gatifloxacin and Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection:
Coadministration of Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection with Propylthiouracil can increase the risk of developing infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Propylthiouracil with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor if you experience any symptoms such as fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, or burning urination. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection:
Using chloroquine together with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm

How to manage the interaction:
Taking chloroquine and Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection:
Taking amisulpride with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking amisulpride along with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection:
Combining Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection with Escitalopram can increase the risk of adverse effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Escitalopram with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms - dizziness, feeling lightheaded or faint, heart palpitations, irregular heart rhythm, difficulty breathing, a heart condition, or severe and prolonged diarrhea or vomiting, contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection:
Taking Morphine with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection may increase the risk of central nervous system depression, which can lead to breathing difficulty and unconsciousness.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Morphine and Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you notice any symptoms like dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impaired judgment, reaction speed, and motor coordination, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection:
Taking Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection and Efavirenz can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection and Efavirenz together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Special Advise

This medicine may interfere with tests for pregnancy and phenylketonuria and some urine tests. Let your doctor or laboratory staff know you are taking Anatensol Decanoate 25mg Injection if you undergo other medical examinations.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain proper weight by following a healthy diet.
  • Exercise regularly as it helps in less cognitive decline and brain volume loss.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Try to avoid stress by practising meditation or yoga.
  • Include fruits and vegetables in your diet as they contain antioxidants.
  • Eat nutritious food as it helps in cognitive stimulation.
  • Limit foods with high cholesterol and saturated fats.
  • Cut down on sugar, salt and processed foods.
  • Drink plenty of water.
  • Follow a regular sleep pattern.

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