Treating certain mental or mood disorders (eg, schizophrenia). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Fluphenazine (Motival) is a phenothiazine. It is not known exactly how it works.
Important safety information:
Fluphenazine may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Fluphenazine (Motival) with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Fluphenazine (Motival) may cause dizziness, light-headedness, or fainting; alcohol, hot weather, exercise, or fever may increase these effects. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Sit or lie down at the first sign of any of these effects.
Do NOT take more than the recommended dose without checking with your doctor.
Do not drink alcohol while you are using Fluphenazine (Motival).
Check with your doctor before you use medicines that may cause drowsiness (eg, sleep aids, muscle relaxers) while you are using Fluphenazine (Motival); it may add to their effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may cause drowsiness.
Do not become overheated in hot weather or while you are being active; heatstroke may occur.
Fluphenazine (Motival) may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Fluphenazine (Motival). Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.
Fluphenazine (Motival) may lower the ability of your body to fight infection. Avoid contact with people who have colds or infections. Tell your doctor if you notice signs of infection like fever, sore throat, rash, or chills.
Some patients who take Fluphenazine (Motival) may develop muscle movements that they cannot control. This is more likely to happen in elderly patients, especially women. The chance that this will happen or that it will become permanent is greater in those who take Fluphenazine (Motival) in higher doses or for a long time. Muscle problems may also occur after short-term treatment with low doses. Tell your doctor at once if you have muscle problems with your arms; legs; or your tongue, face, mouth, or jaw (eg, tongue sticking out, puffing of cheeks, mouth puckering, chewing movements) while taking Fluphenazine (Motival).
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a possibly fatal syndrome that can be caused by Fluphenazine (Motival). Symptoms may include fever; stiff muscles; confusion; abnormal thinking; fast or irregular heartbeat; and sweating. Contact your doctor at once if you have any of these symptoms.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Fluphenazine (Motival) before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Fluphenazine (Motival) may increase the amount of a certain hormone (prolactin) in your blood. Symptoms may include enlarged breasts, missed menstrual period, decreased sexual ability, or nipple discharge. Contact your doctor right away if you experience any of these symptoms.
Diabetes patients - Fluphenazine (Motival) may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
Fluphenazine (Motival) may cause the results of some pregnancy tests to be wrong. Check with your doctor if you have questions or concerns about your pregnancy test results.
Fluphenazine (Motival) may interfere with certain lab tests. Be sure your doctor and lab personnel know you are taking Fluphenazine (Motival).
Lab tests, including liver and kidney function tests, complete blood cell counts, and eye exams, may be performed while you use Fluphenazine (Motival). These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Fluphenazine (Motival) with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially confusion; dizziness or light-headedness, especially upon standing; drowsiness; fainting; trouble urinating; uncontrolled muscle movements; and constipation.
Fluphenazine (Motival) should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Fluphenazine (Motival) while pregnant. Using Fluphenazine (Motival) during the third trimester may result in uncontrolled muscle movements or withdrawal symptoms in the newborn. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor. Fluphenazine (Motival) is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Fluphenazine (Motival).
If you suddenly stop taking Fluphenazine (Motival), you may experience WITHDRAWAL symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, dizziness, stomach upset, and tremors.
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Fluphenazine (Motival) side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Agitation; constipation; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; enlarged pupils; headache; jitteriness; loss of appetite; nausea; stuffy nose.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest or throat; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness; wheezing); chest pain; confusion; decreased coordination; drooling; fainting; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; mask-like face; muscle spasms of the face, neck, or back; muscle weakness; new or worsening mental or mood problems; numbness of an arm or leg ; prolonged or painful erection; restlessness; seizures; severe or persistent constipation; severe or persistent dizziness, drowsiness, or headache; shuffling walk; sleeplessness; stiff or rigid muscles; sudden shortness of breath or vomiting; swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet; symptoms of infection (eg, fever, chills, persistent sore throat); symptoms of liver problems (eg, yellowing of the skin or eyes; dark urine; pale stools; severe or persistent nausea, stomach pain, or loss of appetite); tremors; trouble urinating; twisting or twitching movements; uncontrolled muscle movements (eg, twitching of the face or tongue; loss of balance; uncontrolled movements of arms or legs; trouble speaking, breathing, or swallowing); unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual eye movements or inability to move eyes; unusual or excessive sweating; unusual tiredness or weakness; unusually pale skin; vision changes (eg, blurred vision).
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Nortriptyline (Motival)
What is Nortriptyline (Motival)
Treating depression. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Nortriptyline (Motival) is a tricyclic antidepressant. It works by increasing the activity of certain chemicals in the brain that help elevate mood.
Important safety information:
Nortriptyline may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Nortriptyline (Motival) with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Check with your doctor before you drink alcohol or use medicines that may cause drowsiness (eg, sleep aids, muscle relaxers) while you are using Nortriptyline (Motival); it may add to their effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may cause drowsiness.
Nortriptyline (Motival) may cause dizziness, light-headedness, or fainting; alcohol, hot weather, exercise, or fever may increase these effects. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Sit or lie down at the first sign of any of these effects.
Do not become overheated in hot weather or while you are being active; heatstroke may occur.
Children, teenagers, and young adults who take Nortriptyline (Motival) may be at increased risk for suicidal thoughts or actions. The risk may be greater in patients who have had suicidal thoughts or actions in the past. Watch all patients who take Nortriptyline (Motival) closely. Contact the doctor at once if new, worsened, or sudden symptoms such as depressed mood; anxious, restless, or irritable behavior; panic attacks; or any unusual change in mood or behavior, occur. Contact the doctor right away if any signs of suicidal thoughts or actions occur.
Serotonin syndrome is a possibly fatal syndrome that can be caused by Nortriptyline (Motival). Your risk may be greater if you take Nortriptyline (Motival) with certain other medicines (eg, "triptans," MAOIs, SSRIs). Symptoms may include agitation; confusion; hallucinations; coma; fever; fast or irregular heartbeat; tremor; excessive sweating; and nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. Contact your doctor at once if you have any of these symptoms.
Some people may be at risk for eye problems from Nortriptyline (Motival). Your doctor may want you to have an eye exam to see if you are at risk for these eye problems. Call your doctor right away if you have eye pain, vision changes, or swelling or redness in or around the eye.
Nortriptyline (Motival) may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Nortriptyline (Motival). Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Nortriptyline (Motival) before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Lab tests, including blood cell counts, may be performed while you use Nortriptyline (Motival). These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Nortriptyline (Motival) with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially confusion, blood pressure changes, and irregular heartbeat.
Nortriptyline (Motival) should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: It is not known if Nortriptyline (Motival) can cause harm to the fetus. If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Nortriptyline (Motival) while you are pregnant. It is not known if Nortriptyline (Motival) is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Nortriptyline (Motival).
If you stop taking Nortriptyline (Motival) suddenly, you may have WITHDRAWAL symptoms. These may include headache, nausea, and tiredness.
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Nortriptyline (Motival) side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; excitement; headache; impotence; nausea; nightmares; pupil dilation; sensitivity to sunlight; sweating; tiredness; upset stomach; vomiting; weakness; weight loss or gain.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); changes in sex drive; chest pain; confusion; constipation; fainting; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; fever; frequent or difficult urination; hallucinations; impulsive behavior or other unusual changes in behavior; jaw, neck, or muscle spasms; mental or mood changes (eg, increased anxiety, mood swings, agitation, irritability, nervousness, restlessness); panic attacks; ringing in the ears; seizures; severe dizziness or drowsiness; sore throat; stomach pain; suicidal thinking or behavior; swelling of the testicles; tremor; trouble sleeping; trouble walking or keeping your balance; twitching of the face or tongue; uncontrolled movements of arms and legs or stiffness; unusual bleeding or bruising; worsening of depression; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can Motival be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Fluphenazine (Motival)?
Use Fluphenazine (Motival) as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Fluphenazine (Motival) is usually given as an injection at your doctor's office, hospital, or clinic. If you will be using Fluphenazine (Motival) at home, a health care provider will teach you how to use it. Be sure you understand how to use Fluphenazine (Motival). Follow the procedures you are taught when you use a dose. Contact your health care provider if you have any questions.
Do not use Fluphenazine (Motival) if it contains particles, is cloudy or discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged.
Do not suddenly stop using Fluphenazine (Motival). You may have an increased risk of side effects. If you need to stop Fluphenazine (Motival), your doctor will gradually lower your dose.
Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Ask your health care provider how to dispose of these materials after use. Follow all local rules for disposal.
Continue to use Fluphenazine (Motival) even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
If you miss a dose of Fluphenazine (Motival), take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Fluphenazine (Motival).
How should I take Nortriptyline (Motival)?
Use Nortriptyline (Motival) as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Nortriptyline (Motival) comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Nortriptyline (Motival) refilled.
Take Nortriptyline (Motival) by mouth with or without food.
If you miss a dose of Nortriptyline (Motival), take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. If you take 1 dose daily at bedtime, do not take the missed dose the next morning.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Nortriptyline (Motival).
Who should not take Fluphenazine (Motival)?
Some medical conditions may interact with Fluphenazine (Motival). Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have developed severe side effects (eg, blood problems, yellowing of the skin or eyes) while taking another phenothiazine (eg, thioridazine)
if you have a history of heart problems (eg, angina, mitral valve problems), high or low blood pressure, blood problems (eg, anemia), bone marrow problems (eg, low white blood cell count), diabetes, liver problems (eg, cirrhosis), kidney problems, neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), tardive dyskinesia (TD), an enlarged prostate gland, seizures, trouble urinating, mental or mood problems (eg, depression), or an adrenal gland tumor (eg, pheochromocytoma)
if you have asthma, a lung infection, or other lung or breathing problems (eg, emphysema); or increased pressure in the eyes or glaucoma, or if you are at risk of glaucoma
if you have Alzheimer disease, dementia, Parkinson disease, or Reye syndrome
if you have had high blood prolactin levels or a history of certain types of cancer (eg, breast, pancreas, pituitary, brain), or if you are at risk of breast cancer
if you are in poor health or are regularly exposed to extreme heat or certain insecticides (organophosphorus insecticides)
if you have a history of alcohol abuse, drink alcohol, or are in alcohol withdrawal
if you take any medicine that may increase the risk of a certain type of irregular heartbeat (prolonged QT interval). Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure if any of your medicines may increase the risk of this type of irregular heartbeat
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Fluphenazine (Motival). Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Many prescription and nonprescription medicines (eg, used for allergies, blood clotting problems, cancer, infections, inflammation, aches and pains, heart problems, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, irregular heartbeat, mental or mood problems, nausea or vomiting, Parkinson disease, seizures, stomach or bowel problems, overactive bladder), multivitamin products, and herbal or dietary supplements (eg, herbal teas, coenzyme Q10, garlic, ginseng, gingko, St. John's wort) may interact with Fluphenazine (Motival). Ask your doctor if you are unsure if any of your medicines may interact with Fluphenazine (Motival)
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Fluphenazine (Motival) may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Who should not take Nortriptyline (Motival)?
Some medical conditions may interact with Nortriptyline (Motival). Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you drink alcohol or have a history of alcohol abuse
if you take thyroid medicine or you have a history of an overactive thyroid, increased eye pressure or glaucoma, heart problems, kidney or liver problems, diabetes, seizures, the blood disease porphyria, or difficulty urinating
if you have a history of suicidal thoughts or behavior, bipolar disorder, or any other mental disorders; you are undergoing electroshock therapy; or you are scheduled to have any surgery
if you are taking a medicine that contains methylene blue
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Nortriptyline (Motival). Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Azole antifungals (eg, fluconazole), cimetidine, duloxetine, flecainide, methylphenidate, mibefradil, phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine), propafenone, quinidine, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (eg, fluoxetine), or terbinafine because they may increase the risk of nortriptyline's side effects
Arsenic, astemizole, droperidol, furazolidone, linezolid, MAOIs (eg, phenelzine), pimozide, quinolone antibiotics (eg, ciprofloxacin), streptogramins (eg, dalfopristin), terfenadine, or tramadol because the risk of high blood pressure, serious heart problems (eg, irregular heartbeat), or seizures may be increased
Barbiturates (eg, phenobarbital) or phenytoin because they may decrease nortriptyline's effectiveness
Anticholinergics (eg, benztropine), carbamazepine, chlorpropamide, or sympathomimetics (eg, phenylephrine) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Nortriptyline (Motival)
Clonidine, guanethidine, or guanfacine because their effectiveness may be decreased by Nortriptyline (Motival)
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Nortriptyline (Motival) may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Motival be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Motival be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Motival, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Motival. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
Patient reports
Patient reported useful
No survey data has been collected yet
Two patients reported side effects
Does the Motival Have Any Side Effects? Based on the survey report from users of gmedication.com, about No side effects number of people suffered some side effect after consumption of Motival. All drugs have a portion of undesirable side effects. These effects could be irritations too insignificant for the patient to even notice. However, the side effects of drugs may be determined by several factors like severity of disease and conditions associated with individual patients. However, one of the biggest factors is the dosage consumed. The higher the quantity taken by an individual, the greater the healing effect and the corresponding side effect. All patients have their different intensity of side effects. Ensure you consult your health care provider immediately you notice an unusual side effect affect the consumption of Motival.
Patients
%
No side effects
1
50.0%
It has side effects
1
50.0%
Three patients reported price estimates
Do you think The Price of Motival is Worth It? Do you feel you paid higher than the value you got from it after usage? According to reports from gmedication.com users, on whether the Motival medicine is affordable, users shared different opinions on the question. The views concerning the price of the medicine were based on some factors like the brand the patient bought, the price compared to its level of effectiveness, the nation or country where the medicine is sold, and the amount of money the patient has. For users who are of the opinion that the medicine is unaffordable, they may have to consider a medicine with another brand in a bid to reduce cost.
Patients
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Not expensive
2
66.7%
Expensive
1
33.3%
Four patients reported frequency of use
How often should I take Motival? According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Motival should take Twice in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
Patients
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Twice in a day
2
50.0%
Once in a day
2
50.0%
Elenen patients reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used? Motival May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
Patients
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1-5mg
6
54.5%
6-10mg
3
27.3%
201-500mg
1
9.1%
501mg-1g
1
9.1%
Four patients reported time for results
How long will I use Motival before I begin to notice the effect? According to the report by users of gmedication.com, about 1 day and a few days was the most common time duration among the participants, before they began to feel relief in their health conditions. It is noteworthy that you may not get the same result with other users within the same time frame. Several factors determine the timeframe; hence we implore you to consult your medical expert to get professional advice on how long you should expect to see improvement while consuming Motival. However, if you wish to get the response of other users on the time effectiveness of using Motival kindly click here
Patients
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1 day
2
50.0%
2 weeks
1
25.0%
1 week
1
25.0%
One patient reported administration
When is the best condition to take Motival: Before or after food? Based on the survey, the users of gmedication.com voted that Motival is best taken at Before food. It is however worthy of mention that this popular vote may not be an appropriate description for your particular health condition. See your doctor for professional medical advice as regards the best time to take this medicine. If you wish to see the views of other users on the best time to take the medicine, simply click here.
Patients
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Before food
1
100.0%
Six patients reported age
Patients
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16-29
3
50.0%
30-45
2
33.3%
46-60
1
16.7%
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