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Fluxater is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. Other than this, Fluxater has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Fluxater depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Fluxater side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fluxater go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fluxater is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Fluxater's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Fluxater are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Fluxater may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fluxater is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Fluxater 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 Fluxater is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Fluxater safe for pregnant women?
Fluxater can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Fluxater right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Fluxater safe during breastfeeding?
Fluxater 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 Fluxater on the Kidneys?
Fluxater rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fluxater on the Liver?
Fluxater is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Fluxater on the Heart?
Fluxater is rarely harmful for the heart.
Fluxater 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 Fluxater unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fluxater habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Fluxater.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Fluxater you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fluxater only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Fluxater can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fluxater
Taking Fluxater with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluxater
Taking Fluxater with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Fluxater is used for the treatment of anxiety by decreasing the activity in the brain this causes calming of the brain which provides relief to the patient from anxiety.
Yes, it is safe to take Fluxater as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like difficulty in falling or staying asleep, anxiety, nervousness, dry mouth, uncontrolled shaking of a body part, difficulty in concentrating, and memory. If you suffer from any of these side effects, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Fluxater can cause weight loss. It is a common side effect of this drug. Few people may experience this effect after consuming this drug. People should monitor their weight, eat healthily and include at least 30 mins of exercising in a day. In spite of all efforts if you experience weight loss then discuss with your doctor.
Fluxater 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 Fluxater at the same time every day so that you do not forget to take the dose. Fluxater may take 4 to 5 weeks to exert its complete effect and it is thus, important to be patient and keep taking Fluxater.
Yes, Fluxater 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.
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
