About flupentixol dihydrochloride
Thioxanthene antipsychotic
Used for
- Treatment of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders
- Sometimes used for depression or anxiety in selected countries
Usual adult dose
Psychosis: usually 3–18 mg daily, adjusted to response. Low-dose depression treatment varies by country.
Common side effects
- Restlessness or difficulty sitting still
- Drowsiness, dizziness, or insomnia
- Dry mouth, constipation, or blurred vision
- Movement problems, including tremor or stiffness
Important warnings
- May cause tardive dyskinesia or other serious movement disorders
- Seek urgent care for fever, severe stiffness, or confusion
- Can increase fall risk and impair driving
- Avoid stopping suddenly without medical guidance
Pregnancy
Use during pregnancy only when a clinician judges it necessary; late-pregnancy exposure may affect a newborn.
Breastfeeding
Can pass into breast milk; breastfeeding requires clinician assessment and monitoring.
Interactions
- Alcohol and sedatives can increase drowsiness
- Other medicines affecting heart rhythm may increase cardiac risk
- Levodopa and dopamine medicines may work less effectively
- Other antipsychotics can increase side-effect risks
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.