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Floatin 20 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. The alternative uses of Floatin 20 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Floatin 20 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Floatin 20 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Floatin 20 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Floatin 20 Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Floatin 20 Tablet related warnings talks about Floatin 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Floatin 20 Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Floatin 20 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Floatin 20 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Floatin 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult(Female) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Floatin 20 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Floatin 20 Tablet 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.
Is the use of Floatin 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Floatin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Floatin 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Floatin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Floatin 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Floatin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Floatin 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Floatin is rarely harmful for the heart.
Floatin 20 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Floatin 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Floatin 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Floatin 20 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Floatin 20 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Floatin 20 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Floatin 20 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Floatin 20 Tablet has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Floatin 20 Tablet
It is safe to take Floatin 20 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Floatin 20 Tablet
Consuming Floatin 20 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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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
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
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
