Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet

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Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet

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Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet Information

Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. The alternative uses of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet 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: Depression
  • 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: Depression
  • 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: Depression
  • 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: PMS
  • 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


Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet is used -

Moderate

Mild

Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Fluoxet. It is best to stop taking Fluoxet immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Fluoxet may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet on the Liver?


    Fluoxet may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Fluoxet on the heart have been reported.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet

  • Is this Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet is addictive.

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


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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


    Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

    Yes

Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet


    It is safe to take Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet


    Taking Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

    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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