Fludawn 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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Is the use of Fludawn safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Fludawn. It is best to stop taking Fludawn immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Fludawn safe during breastfeeding?
Fludawn may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Fludawn on the Kidneys?
Fludawn rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fludawn on the Liver?
Fludawn may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Fludawn on the Heart?
Fludawn has very mild side effects on the heart.
Fludawn 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 Fludawn unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fludawn habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Fludawn is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fludawn. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Fludawn is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Fludawn can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fludawn
You can take Fludawn with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fludawn
Consumption of alcohol and Fludawn together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Fludawn 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 Fludawn strictly under the recommendations of a doctor.
Fludawn 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. Fludawn 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.
No, it is not recommended that you discontinue taking Fludawn 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.
Yes, Fludawn can be given with modafinil. This is because people suffering from major depression also struggle with residual symptoms like persistent fatigue and excessive sleepiness. Modafinil helps overcome these residual symptoms and also improves the overall mood of a patient. Modafinil also helps people to improve their functionality at work.
Fludawn is available in the forms tablet, capsule, suspension, and syrup. It should be taken exactly as recommended by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of the drug. It is important to take Fludawn at the same time every day so that you do not forget to take the dose. Fludawn may take 4 to 5 weeks to exert its complete effect and it is thus, important to be patient and keep taking Fludawn.
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