Fluze

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Fluze Information

Fluze is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. Secondary and off-label uses of Fluze have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Fluze depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fluze as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fluze go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Fluze's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Fluze's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Fluze are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Fluze may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fluze is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.


Fluze Benefits & Uses

Fluze is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Fluze 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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

Fluze Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fluze is used -

Moderate

Mild

Fluze Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Fluze safe for pregnant women?


    Fluze may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Fluze again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Fluze safe during breastfeeding?


    Fluze should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Fluze on the Kidneys?


    Fluze rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Fluze on the Liver?


    Side effects of Fluze rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Fluze on the Heart?


    Side effects of Fluze rarely affect the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Fluze with Other Drugs

Fluze should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate


Fluze Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Fluze

  • Is this Fluze habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Fluze.

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


    After taking Fluze, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Fluze can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Fluze is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    Yes, taking Fluze can treat mental disorders.

    Yes

Fluze Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Fluze


    It is safe to take Fluze with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Fluze


    Consumption of alcohol and Fluze together may have severe 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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