About Fluphenazine Decanoate
Class: | Antipsychotic (Phenothiazine derivative)
Use: | Management of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders; long-term treatment of chronic psychosis
Adult dose: | Initial dose: 12.5 to 25 mg IM every 2 to 4 weeks; maintenance dose: 25 to 100 mg IM every 2 to 4 weeks, adjusted based on clinical response
Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established; use in children is generally not recommended
Side effects: | Drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation,
Drug Class
Antipsychotic (Phenothiazine derivative)
Uses & Indications
Management of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders; long-term treatment of chronic psychosis
Storage Requirements
Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light; do not freeze
Manufacturer & Packaging
Manufacturer: Sanofi Aventis, UNITED KINGDOM
Package Size
1ml Ampoule x 5
Price & Supplier
Price in UAE: AED 488.75
Dosage Information
Adult Dose
Initial dose: 12.5 to 25 mg IM every 2 to 4 weeks; maintenance dose: 25 to 100 mg IM every 2 to 4 weeks, adjusted based on clinical response
Pediatric Dose
Safety and efficacy not established; use in children is generally not recommended
Side Effects
Drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, weight gain, extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS), tardive dyskinesia
Contraindications & Precautions
Hypersensitivity to fluphenazine or any component of the formulation; severe CNS depression; comatose states; blood dyscrasias; Parkinson's disease
Important Warnings
Risk of tardive dyskinesia, neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), and increased mortality in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis; monitor for signs of EPS and NMS; use caution in patients with cardiovascular disease, liver impairment, or seizure disorders
Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice.
Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication.
The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated
to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.