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Fluoxet 10 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. Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet 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 Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Fluoxet 10 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.
Is the use of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Fluoxet may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Fluoxet may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Fluoxet may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Fluoxet on the heart have been reported.
Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet 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 Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet is addictive.
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 10 Mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet
It is safe to take Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet
Taking Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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
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