Flupen 150mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Flupen 150mg Tablet is an antidepressant. It is used to treat depression and anxiety. It helps to enhance and brighten up the mood. It is also effective in treating depression that is unresponsive to other treatments.
Flupen 150mg Tablet works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that stabilizes and enhances the mood. It is better to take it before bedtime because it can make you feel drowsy. It can be taken with or without food, but you should take it at a fixed time each day for better efficacy. The dose and duration will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. This medication must not be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor. Your dose may be modified or gradually decreased before completely stopping the medication.
The most common side effects of this medicine include increased heart rate, blurred vision, dryness in the mouth, difficulty in urination, and constipation. Initially, this medicine may also cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, especially when you change positions. It may even cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. To lower the chances of dizziness, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also lead to weight gain in some people. Most of the common side effects tend to be mild and temporary. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing side effects if they bother you or do not go away. Serious side effects with this medicine are rare.
Before taking this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same or any other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. This medicine is not known to be addictive, but you can experience additional side effects (withdrawal symptoms) if you stop taking it suddenly. If you notice any sudden mood change or get suicidal or self-harm thoughts, you must consult the doctor without delay. Also, remember to take this medicine strictly as advised by the doctor as an overdose of this medication may lead to a serious health emergency. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as alcohol interacts with this medicine to cause serious health issues.
Flupen 150mg Tablet works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that stabilizes and enhances the mood. It is better to take it before bedtime because it can make you feel drowsy. It can be taken with or without food, but you should take it at a fixed time each day for better efficacy. The dose and duration will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. This medication must not be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor. Your dose may be modified or gradually decreased before completely stopping the medication.
The most common side effects of this medicine include increased heart rate, blurred vision, dryness in the mouth, difficulty in urination, and constipation. Initially, this medicine may also cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, especially when you change positions. It may even cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. To lower the chances of dizziness, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also lead to weight gain in some people. Most of the common side effects tend to be mild and temporary. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing side effects if they bother you or do not go away. Serious side effects with this medicine are rare.
Before taking this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same or any other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. This medicine is not known to be addictive, but you can experience additional side effects (withdrawal symptoms) if you stop taking it suddenly. If you notice any sudden mood change or get suicidal or self-harm thoughts, you must consult the doctor without delay. Also, remember to take this medicine strictly as advised by the doctor as an overdose of this medication may lead to a serious health emergency. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as alcohol interacts with this medicine to cause serious health issues.
Uses of Flupen Tablet
Benefits of Flupen Tablet
In Depression
Flupen 150mg Tablet works by increasing the level of a chemical called serotonin in the brain. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, and helps you sleep better. It may also be used to treat depression that is unresponsive to other medicines. It has fewer side effects than older antidepressants. It usually takes a few weeks for this medicine to work so you need to keep taking it even if you feel it is not working. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel better unless your doctor advises you to.
In Anxiety
Flupen 150mg Tablet reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, and feeling irritable. It will, therefore, help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.
Side effects of Flupen Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Flupen
- Increased heart rate
- Blurred vision
- Difficulty in urination
- Dryness in mouth
- Weight gain
- Constipation
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
How to use Flupen Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Flupen 150mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Flupen Tablet works
Flupen 150mg Tablet is a tricyclic antidepressant. It increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Flupen 150mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Flupen 150mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Flupen 150mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Flupen 150mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Flupen 150mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Flupen 150mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Flupen Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Flupen 150mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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Quick tips
- It may take 4 to 6 weeks for Flupen 150mg Tablet to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- It may cause sleepiness. Take it at bedtime and do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Flupen 150mg Tablet as it may cause excessive sleepiness.
- Monitor your weight during the treatment as this medicine can cause weight gain and increased appetite.
- It may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Anthracene Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Tricyclic antidepressants
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What are you using Flupen Tablet for?
Depression
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Others
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How much was the improvement?
Poor
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Average
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What were the side-effects while using Flupen 150mg Tablet?
Difficulty in*
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Blurred visio*
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Sleepiness
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Dryness in mo*
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*Difficulty in urination, Blurred vision, Dryness in mouth
How do you take Flupen Tablet?
With food
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FAQs
What is Flupen 150mg Tablet used for?
Flupen 150mg Tablet is used to treat depression and anxiety that is unresponsive to any other alternate treatment. It restores the chemical imbalance in the brain and enhances mood and behavior.
What are the side effects of Flupen 150mg Tablet?
The side effects of Flupen 150mg Tablet are increased heart rate, blurred vision, dryness in mouth, weight gain, difficulty in urination, constipation and orthostatic hypotension (sudden decrease in blood pressure on standing). Please consult your doctor if these side effects do not go away or worry you.
Can I just stop taking Flupen 150mg Tablet?
No, you must not stop taking Flupen 150mg Tablet suddenly even if you are feeling better as it may worsen your condition. Continue taking Flupen 150mg Tablet for the duration prescribed by your doctor to get maximum benefit. If any of the side effects bother you, consult your doctor. In case you have completed your course of treatment, your doctor will reduce your dose gradually before taking you off this medicine completely.
Is there anything I need to be careful about while on treatment with Flupen 150mg Tablet?
Flupen 150mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness, especially in the beginning of the treatment. Do not drive or work with tools or machinery if your alertness is affected. It is not advisable to drink alcohol during treatment with this medicine as it might worsen the drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.
Can Flupen 150mg Tablet cause urinary problems?
Yes, Flupen 150mg Tablet can cause urinary problems. It is more commonly seen in elderly patients who are above 65 years of age. The patient may face difficulty in passing urine which can further lead to a urinary tract infection. You should consult your doctor immediately if you develop these symptoms.
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Name: Morepen Laboratories Ltd
Address: 409, Antriksh Bhawan, 22 Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi - 110 001
Country of origin: India
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