Fluphenazine (
Prolixin) is a
typical antipsychotic drug. Fluphenazine is sometimes given via
injection, usually once or twice per
month.
Common side effects include: dry-mouth,
muscle-stiffness, muscle-cramping,
tardive dyskinesia[?],
tremors, and
weight-gain. The risk of tardive dyskinesia is ~4%. These symptoms can be permanent, despite discontinuation of the
medication.