Afenasol 0.5mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is afenasol 0.5mg tablet used for?
Afenasol 0.5mg Tablet contains Flupenthixol, a thioxanthene antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia and depression. It works by blocking dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain, helping to improve mood and reduce psychotic symptoms. It is typically taken once or twice daily as prescribed by a doctor.
- Generic Name: Flupenthixol
- Manufacturer: Asvins Lifecare
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ afenasol 0.5mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Schizophrenia, depression with anxiety, anxiety disorders, maintenance of bipolar disorder.
Off-label uses: Nausea and vomiting, agitation, dementia-related psychosis.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Flupenthixol |
| Brand Name | Anxiset 0.5 Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Asvins Lifecare |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | Typical Antipsychotics |
| Route of Administration | Oral (tablets), intramuscular (depot injection). |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC, protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Blocks dopamine D1 and D2 receptors, also blocks serotonin 5-HT2A receptors.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take afenasol 0.5mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of afenasol 0.5mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Weight gain
- Extrapyramidal symptoms
- Akathisia
- Dizziness
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Tardive dyskinesia
- Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
- Seizures
- QT prolongation
- Agranulocytosis
- Jaundice
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Photosensitivity
- Galactorrhea
- Gynecomastia
- Impotence
- Priapism
- Lupus-like syndrome
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| MAOIs | Major | Hypertensive crisis |
| Anticholinergics | Moderate | Increased anticholinergic effects |
| Alcohol | Moderate | Increased CNS depression |
๐จ Major Interactions
- MAOIs
- Linezolid
- Methylene blue
- Other antipsychotics
- Levodopa
- Dopamine agonists
โก Moderate Interactions
- CNS depressants
- Alcohol
- Anticholinergics
- Antihypertensives
- Lithium
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Cimetidine
- Indomethacin
- Propranolol
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Grapefruit juice may increase plasma levels.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Increased CNS depression and sedation.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, comatose states, CNS depression, bone marrow depression, pheochromocytoma, severe liver/renal impairment.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Blood pressure, heart rate, ECG, liver function tests, renal function, blood counts, extrapyramidal symptoms.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; avoid breastfeeding or monitor infant for sedation.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care, gastric lavage, activated charcoal, monitor ECG, treat hypotension with IV fluids and vasopressors.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; skip missed dose if close to next dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for afenasol 0.5mg tablet
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.