Floatin

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Floatin Information

Floatin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. Floatin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Floatin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Floatin as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Floatin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Floatin's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Floatin related warnings talks about Floatin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Floatin contraindications section.

Besides this, Floatin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Floatin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.


Floatin Benefits & Uses

Floatin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Floatin 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
Adult
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Given continuously or during the luteal phase only

Floatin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Floatin is used -

Moderate

Mild

Floatin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Floatin safe for pregnant women?


    Floatin may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Floatin, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Floatin safe during breastfeeding?


    Floatin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Floatin on the Kidneys?


    Floatin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Floatin on the Liver?


    Floatin is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Floatin on the Heart?


    Floatin is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Floatin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate


Floatin Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Floatin

  • Is this Floatin habit forming or addictive?


    Floatin is not addictive in nature.

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


    After taking Floatin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Floatin can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Floatin only as per medical advice.

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


    Floatin has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

    Yes

Floatin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Floatin


    It is safe to take Floatin with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Floatin


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

    Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience


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

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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