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Flunam is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. The alternative uses of Flunam have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Flunam depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Flunam side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Flunam are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Flunam's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Flunam related warnings talks about Flunam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Flunam are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Flunam may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Flunam is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Flunam 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 Flunam is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Flunam safe for pregnant women?
Flunam can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Flunam right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Flunam safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Flunam. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Flunam on the Kidneys?
Flunam rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Flunam on the Liver?
Side effects of Flunam rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Flunam on the Heart?
Flunam is rarely harmful for the heart.
Flunam 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 Flunam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flunam habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Flunam.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Flunam you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Flunam is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Flunam can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flunam
Taking Flunam with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flunam
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Flunam as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
