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Permitil, Prolixin, |Prolixin Prolixin

Prolixin

Generic Name: fluphenazine (floo FEN a zeen)
Brand Names: Permitil, Prolixin

What is fluphenazine?

Fluphenazine is in a class of drugs called phenothiazines. It works by changing the actions of chemicals in the brain.

Fluphenazine is used to treat psychotic disorders.

Fluphenazine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about fluphenazine?

Dizziness may be more likely to occur when you rise from a sitting or lying position. Rise slowly to prevent dizziness and a possible fall.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking fluphenazine?

Before taking fluphenazine, tell your doctor if you have

• bone marrow disease;

• glaucoma;

• seizures;

• Parkinson"s disease;

• an enlarged prostate or difficulty urinating;

• liver disease, or
• kidney disease.

You may not be able to take fluphenazine, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.

How should I take fluphenazine?

Take fluphenazine exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Fluphenazine can be taken with or without food.

Mix the concentrate with 4 ounces of water, orange juice, or grapefruit juice.

Fluphenazine is also available as an injection. Your doctor, nurse, or healthcare provider will give you detailed instructions regarding preparation and administration of the injection.

It is important to take fluphenazine regularly to get the most benefit.

Throw away any discolored liquid.

What happens if I miss a dose?

If you take one dose of fluphenazine a day, take the missed dose as soon as you remember, then go back to your regular schedule the next day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the dose you missed and take only your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

If you are taking fluphenazine on a regular schedule several times a day, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose?

Symptoms of a fluphenazine overdose include uncontrollable movements, agitation, seizures, severe dizziness or fainting, coma, very deep sleep, irregular heartbeats, and high or low body temperature.

What should I avoid while taking fluphenazine?

Dizziness may be more likely to occur when you rise from a sitting or lying position. Rise slowly to prevent dizziness and a possible fall.

Fluphenazine side effects

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);

• uncontrollable movements of the tongue, face, lips, arms, or legs;

• muscle spasms of the face or neck;

• severe restlessness or tremor;

• severe drowsiness or fainting; or

• a rash.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take fluphenazine and talk to your doctor if you experience:

• decreased sweating;

• dry mouth or a stuffy nose;

• constipation;

• blurred vision;

• mild restlessness, drowsiness, or tremor;

• difficult urination or dark urine;

• decreased sex drive;

• dizziness;

• increased appetite; or

• menstrual irregularities or swollen breasts.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect fluphenazine?

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following drugs:

• antacids (take antacids at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after a dose of fluphenazine);

• blood pressure medications such as propranolol (Inderal), methyldopa (Aldomet), and clonidine (Catapres);

• an anticoagulant (blood thinner) such as warfarin (Coumadin); or

• phenytoin (Dilantin).

You may not be able to take fluphenazine, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment.

Fluphenazine may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat insomnia), other pain relievers, anxiety medicines, and muscle relaxants. Together, these medicines may cause dangerous sedation, possibly resulting in unconsciousness and death. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and do not take any medicine without first talking to your doctor.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with fluphenazine. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has additional information about fluphenazine written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medicine look like?

Fluphenazine is available with a prescription generically and under the brand name Prolixin as an oral solution (liquid), tablets, and as an injection. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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