Fluoxetine



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  • Contains / Salt: Fluoxetine


Fluoxetine Capsule Information

Fluoxetine Capsule is a prescription medicine. Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Fluoxetine Capsule have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fluoxetine Capsule. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Fluoxetine Capsule side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Fluoxetine Capsule are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Fluoxetine Capsule's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Fluoxetine Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fluoxetine Capsule contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Fluoxetine Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Fluoxetine Capsule is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Fluoxetine Capsule Benefits & Uses

Fluoxetine Capsule is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Fluoxetine Capsule Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage

Fluoxetine Capsule Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Fluoxetine Capsule safe for pregnant women?


    Fluoxetine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Fluoxetine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Fluoxetine Capsule safe during breastfeeding?


    Fluoxetine may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Fluoxetine Capsule on the Kidneys?


    Fluoxetine rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Fluoxetine Capsule on the Liver?


    Side effects of Fluoxetine rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Fluoxetine Capsule on the Heart?


    Fluoxetine has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Fluoxetine Capsule with Other Drugs

Fluoxetine Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan
    Amiodarone

    Moderate



    Fluoxetine Capsule Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fluoxetine Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -



    Frequently asked Questions about Fluoxetine Capsule

    • Is this Fluoxetine Capsule habit forming or addictive?


      Fluoxetine Capsule is not addictive in nature.

      No
    • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


      After taking Fluoxetine Capsule you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, Fluoxetine Capsule is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

      Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
    • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


      Yes, Fluoxetine Capsule is useful in treating mental disorders.

      Yes

    Fluoxetine Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Fluoxetine Capsule


      It is safe to take Fluoxetine Capsule with food.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Fluoxetine Capsule


      Consuming Fluoxetine Capsule with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

      Severe


    Frequently asked Questions about Fluoxetine Capsule

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Can I discontinue Fluoxetine on my own?

    Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

    No, it is not recommended that you discontinue taking Fluoxetine on your own as this may cause certain withdrawal symptoms like agitation, irritation, mood changes, and difficulty falling or staying asleep. It is, therefore, suggested that you follow the instructions of your doctor completely and remain compliant to the treatment plan.

    Question over 4 years ago

    Can Fluoxetine affect one's sex life?

    Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

    Yes, Fluoxetine may affect one's sex life by decreasing one's libido. However, if you experience sex life is affected after medicine then inform your doctor immediately they might change your medication or altered the dose.

    Question about 5 years ago

    What is Fluoxetine?

    Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

    Fluoxetine is the brand name for fluoxetine. It belongs to a class of drug known as an antidepressant (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors). It is available in the form of tablet, capsule, syrup, and suspension. Fluoxetine is used for the management of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (recurring disturbing thoughts with a compulsion to repeat some act), panic disorder (sudden bouts of extreme fear), and premenstrual dysphoric syndrome (irritability, mood swings, bloating and breast tenderness before a menstrual cycle. It is also used to treat depression in people who do not respond to other antidepressant medications such as olanzapine. In addition, it is used to treat depression in people who also show symptoms of bipolar disorder (a manic-depressive disorder in which there are bouts of depression, mania, and abnormal mood) with olanzapine.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Is Fluoxetine a controlled substance?

    Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

    No, Fluoxetine is not a controlled substance. It is a prescription drug belongs to the class of medications called antidepressant. A controlled drug is one whose manufacture, use and possession are regulated by the government, eg narcotics. Narcotics are the natural products like opium and its derivatives, heroin, coca leaf and cannabis, synthetic drugs like pethidine and methadone, codeine, morphine. These are also prescription drugs and must be taken cautiously as these can cause an addiction.  

    Question about 5 years ago

    Is Fluoxetine habit forming?

    Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

    No, Fluoxetine is non-habit forming and non-addictive when taken as prescribed by the doctor. However, since it lessens the depression, a user may feel good about himself and then he might take more doses and take doses more frequently to enhance that feeling of well-being. Gradually, this might lead to dependence. Therefore, it is imperative that one takes Fluoxetine strictly under the recommendations of a doctor.  



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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

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    References

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prozac (fluoxetine hydrochloride)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 458,461

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 588-591

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