Description
Product Introduction:
Spenzo Depot 20 Injection is a medication used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression. It is an antipsychotic that helps regulate chemical imbalances in the brain, improving a person’s ability to think, feel, and behave. This injection is typically administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional and is not for self-administration.
Key Ingredients:
- Flupenthixol (20mg)
Uses of Spenzo Injection:
- Schizophrenia
- Depression
- Bipolar disorder
Benefits of Spenzo Injection:
- In Schizophrenia:
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder that affects thinking, emotions, and behavior. Spenzo Depot 20 Injection helps to restore chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for these abnormalities. By improving thoughts and behaviors, it enhances overall quality of life and aids in better management of the condition. - Mood Enhancement in Bipolar Disorder and Depression:
This injection can also be used for treating bipolar disorder and depression, where it elevates mood and restores mental clarity, helping the individual to function better in their day-to-day life.
How Spenzo Injection Works:
Spenzo Depot 20 Injection is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking dopamine, a neurotransmitter in the brain. Dopamine is involved in regulating mood, behavior, and thought processes. By regulating its action, Spenzo helps reduce the symptoms of mental health disorders like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
How to Use Spenzo Injection:
- This medication will be administered by a healthcare professional in a clinical setting. It is typically given as an injection and should not be self-administered.
- Follow your doctor’s instructions regarding dosage and duration.
- Do not stop the treatment abruptly without consulting your doctor, as this could worsen symptoms.
- Take the injection at the same time each day for consistency in the medicine’s effects.
Side Effects of Spenzo Injection:
Some side effects may occur with Spenzo Depot 20 Injection. While most side effects are temporary and go away as your body adjusts, consult your doctor if they persist or cause concern.
- Common side effects:
- Sleepiness or drowsiness
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure when standing up)
- Dry mouth
- Abnormality of voluntary movements (such as tremors, stiffness)
- Weight gain
- Increased levels of prolactin (a hormone)
- Urinary retention (difficulty urinating)
- Constipation
- Muscle stiffness or rigidity
- Injection site reactions (pain, redness, or swelling at the site of injection)
Safety Information:
- Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Before using this medication, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, as the medication may not be suitable during these periods.
- Kidney/Liver Issues: If you have any kidney or liver diseases, consult your doctor before using Spenzo Depot 20 Injection, as a suitable dose adjustment may be necessary.
Manufacturer:
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
