Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml
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About FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION
FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION belongs to the benzodiazepine antagonist class of drugs. It is used to treat benzodiazepine overdose (sedative poisoning) in adults. Besides this, it is used to help you wake up after a surgery or medical procedure, acting as a reversal of conscious sedation and general anaesthesia.
FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION contains Flumazenil, a benzodiazepine antagonist. It inhibits the activity of benzodiazepine and non-benzodiazepine compounds that bind with benzodiazepine receptors on the GABA/benzodiazepine receptor complex.
A qualified healthcare professional will administer FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION. You may experience mild to moderate pain at the injection site, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, increased sweating, flushing (sudden warmth, redness, or tingly feeling), and vision problems. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.
Before taking FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions (especially if you are suffering from seizures, drug abuse/dependence, psychosis, hepatic dysfunction), sensitivities (allergic to foods or medicines), and all medications you are using. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION may cause vision problems. It impacts your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Uses of FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION
FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION is used in the treatment of Benzodiazepine overdose in adults. The detailed uses of FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION are as follows:
- Reversal of Benzodiazepine Sedation: FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION is used to reverse the sedative effects of benzodiazepines (e.g., midazolam, diazepam) after surgeries or medical procedures. It helps patients wake up faster and regain consciousness.
- Treatment of Benzodiazepine Overdose: FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION is administered in emergency settings to counteract life-threatening overdose symptoms such as respiratory depression, excessive drowsiness, or coma caused by benzodiazepines.
- Conscious Sedation Reversal: FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION is used to restore alertness in patients who have undergone procedures with conscious sedation, allowing for quicker recovery and discharge.
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Directions for Use
- Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
- FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION will be administered by a healthcare professional.
- Do not self-administer it.
Medicinal Benefits
FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION contains Flumazenil, a benzodiazepine antagonist. It is used to assist you in waking up after surgery or medical treatment, acting as a reversal of conscious sedation and general anaesthesia. Aside from that, it can be used to treat benzodiazepine overdose in adults. It inhibits the activity of benzodiazepine and non-benzodiazepine compounds that bind with benzodiazepine receptors on the GABA/benzodiazepine receptor complex.
How FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION Works
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- Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
- Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
- Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
- Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
- Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
- Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
- Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
- Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
- Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
- Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
- Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
- Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
- Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
- Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
- Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
- What to Do if Vomiting Persists
- Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you experience shortness of breath after taking medication.
- Your doctor may adjust the medication regimen or dosage or give alternative medical procedures to minimize the symptoms of shortness of breath.
- Monitor your oxygen levels and breathing rate regularly to track changes and potential side effects.
- For controlling stress and anxiety, try relaxation techniques like deep breathing exercises, meditation, or yoga.
- Make lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking, exercising regularly, and maintaining a healthy weight.
- Seek emergency medical attention if you experience severe shortness of breath, chest pain, or difficulty speaking.
- Follow up regularly with your doctor to monitor progress, adjust treatment plans, and address any concerns or questions.
- Inform your doctor about dry mouth symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
- Drink plenty of water throughout the day to help keep your mouth moist and alleviate dry mouth symptoms.
- Chew sugar-free gum or candies to increase saliva production and keep your mouth moisturized.
- Use saliva substitutes, such as mouthwashes or sprays, only if your doctor advises them to help moisturize your mouth and alleviate dry mouth symptoms.
- Avoid consuming smoking, alcohol, spicy or acidic foods, and other irritants that may aggravate dry mouth symptoms.
- Schedule regular dental check-ups to keep track of your oral health and handle any dry mouth issues as they arise.
- Always wear loose-fitting clothes which are suitable for your activity.
- Include the diet containing fruits like watermelon, grapes, bananas and green leafy vegetables.
- Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.
- Avoid moving more and staying in hot sun.
What if I have taken an overdose of FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION
Drug Warnings
FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to flumazenil or benzodiazepines. Before taking FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION, inform your doctor of all your medical problems, sensitivities, and drugs. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, want to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. After you leave the hospital or surgery centre, avoid driving or doing any other activity that requires you to be awake and alert for at least 24 hours. Your ability to react might be compromised. Limit these activities further until they stop making you feel sedated (weak, drowsy, or dizzy). Additionally, wait at least 24 hours before taking any over-the-counter medications, especially if you are still feeling drowsy. If you are still feeling drowsy or for at least 24 hours after taking flumazenil, avoid drinking alcohol.
Drug-Drug Interactions
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Using Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml together with maprotiline can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm and seizures(fits).
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml and Maprotiline, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you experience irregular heartbeat, chest tightness, blurred vision, nausea, and seizures contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Combining Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml together with trimipramine can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml and Trimipramine together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you experience irregular heartbeat, chest tightness, blurred vision, nausea and seizures contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
Co-administration of Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml with lorazepam can increase the risk of seizures(fits).
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml and Lorazepam, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
The combined use of Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml and Doxepin can affect the rhythm of your heart and possibly cause seizures.
How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml and Doxepin can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like irregular heartbeat, chest tightness, blurred vision, nausea, and seizures, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
Using Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml together with amoxapine can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml and Amoxapine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you experience irregular heartbeat, chest tightness, blurred vision, nausea, and seizures(fits) contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
Co-administration of Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml with Chlordiazepoxide can increase the risk of developing fits.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml and chlordiazepoxide together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, or blurred vision, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Taking Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml and imipramine can affect the rhythm of your heart and possibly cause seizures.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml and Imipramine together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you experience irregular heartbeat, chest tightness, blurred vision, nausea, and seizures contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Taking Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml with Triazolam may decrease the sedative activities of Triazolam.
How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml and Triazolam, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Co-administration of Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml with clomipramine can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm., seizures(fits).
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking clomipramine and Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Taking Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml and Temazepam may decrease the sedative activities of Temazepam.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fludot 0.5 Injection 5 ml with Temazepam together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
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Alcohol
Caution
If you are still feeling drowsy or for at least 24 hours after taking FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION, avoid drinking alcohol.
Pregnancy
Caution
The use of FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION in pregnant women has not been adequately and carefully studied. During pregnancy, FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION should only be used if the possible advantages outweigh the possible risks to the developing foetus.
Breast Feeding
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It is not known whether FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION passes into breastmilk. Hence, it should be used with caution in nursing mothers.
Driving
Unsafe
Avoid driving or doing any other activity that requires you to be awake and alert for at least 24 hours after taking FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION. Your ability to react might be compromised. Limit these activities further until they stop making you feel sedated (weak, drowsy, or dizzy).
Liver
Caution
FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION should be given with caution by initial and/or repeated dosing to patients with liver disease.
Kidney
Caution
The effect of FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION was not significantly affected with renal impairment. However, inform the doctor if the patient has kidney problems.
Children
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There was limited information about the usage of FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION in paediatric patients. Please seek medical advice. Only if the benefits exceed the risks, your doctor may prescribe.
Heart
Please inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing heart problems receiving using FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION. Your doctor will prescribe FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION if the benefits outweigh the risk.
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Please consult a doctor before administering FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION to geriatric patients. Your doctor will prescribe FLUDOT 0.5MG/5ML INJECTION if the benefits outweigh the risks.
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