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Prodep La Benefits & Uses

Prodep La is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Panic Attack and Disorder
Stress (Read More - Home Remedies for Stress)
Bipolar Disorder
Mania
PMS
Binge Eating Disorder

Prodep La 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

Prodep La Related Warnings

Is the use of Prodep La safe for pregnant women?

Prodep La can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Prodep La right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Prodep La safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Prodep La on the Kidneys?

Prodep La rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Prodep La on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Prodep La on the Heart?

Prodep La is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Prodep La with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Amiodarone

Moderate

Codeine

Warfarin

Alprazolam

Prodep La Contraindications

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

Suicidal Tendency
Bipolar Disorder
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Prodep La

Is this Prodep La habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Prodep La.

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

After taking Prodep La you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Prodep La only on doctor's advice.

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

Yes, taking Prodep La can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Prodep La Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Prodep La

It is safe to take Prodep La with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Prodep La

Consuming Prodep La with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Prodep La

Question over 5 years ago

How does Prodep La work?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Prodep La is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It selectively inhibits the reuptake of serotonin which increases the concentration of serotonin in the central nervous system (CNS) that helps maintain mental balance. This results in many functional changes and alleviation of depression.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Prodep La a controlled substance?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Prodep La is not a controlled substance. It is a prescription drug belongs to the class of medications called antidepressant. A controlled drug is one whose manufacture, use and possession are regulated by the government, eg narcotics. Narcotics are the natural products like opium and its derivatives, heroin, coca leaf and cannabis, synthetic drugs like pethidine and methadone, codeine, morphine. These are also prescription drugs and must be taken cautiously as these can cause an addiction.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Prodep La?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Prodep La 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. Prodep La 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Prodep La on my own?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

No, it is not recommended that you discontinue taking Prodep La 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Prodep La make you tired?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Prodep La causes tiredness but this occurs only in a few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss it with your doctor.