Norflu may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
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Norflu may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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Norflu is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE
Norflu may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As Norflu may affect your alertness which may affect your ability to drive.
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There is limited information available on the use of Norflu in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Norflu should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Norflu may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine. Use of Norflu is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Medicine Overview of Norflu 500mcg+10mg Tablet
Introduction
Norflu is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of schizophrenia, a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions. It alters the thoughts and elevates the mood, improving the person’s ability to think, feel and behave....
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Uses of Norflu
Schizophrenia
Side effects of Norflu
Common
Dryness in mouth
Constipation
Weight gain
Sleepiness
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Urinary retention
Increased prolactin level in blood
Blurred vision
Increased heart rate
Muscle stiffness
Restlessness
Tremor
How to use Norflu
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. Norflu may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Norflu works
Norflu is a combination of two medicines: Fluphenazine and Nortriptyline which have anxiety-lowering and mood-elevating effects. Fluphenazine is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain t...
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Quick Tips
Tripnor 0.5 mg/10 mg Tablet helps treat anxiety and depression.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Tripnor 0.5 mg/10 mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine because it can make drowsiness worse.
It can cause changes in your blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar regularly.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease, thyroid disorder, severe heart disease, or a urinary disorder.
Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
Let your doctor know you are taking Tripnor 0.5 mg/10 mg Tablet before undergoing any surgical procedure.
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Mode of Action
Fluphenazine blocks postsynaptic dopamine D1 and D2 receptors in the mesolimbic system and decreases the release of hypothalamic and hypophyseal hormo...
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Precaution
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Side Effect
Dryness of mouth, drowsiness, constipation, tachycardia, nasal congestion, blurred vision and excitement.
Interaction
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