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Flutin Benefits & Uses

Flutin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Flutin 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


Flutin Side Effects

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

Moderate

Mild

Flutin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Flutin safe for pregnant women?


    Flutin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Flutin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Flutin safe during breastfeeding?


    Flutin 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 Flutin on the Kidneys?


    Flutin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

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


    Flutin has very mild side effects on the liver.

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


    Flutin has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Flutin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan
    Amiodarone

    Moderate



    Flutin Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Flutin

    • Is this Flutin habit forming or addictive?


      No, there is no any evidence that Flutin is addictive.

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


      No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Flutin as you may feel sleepy.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but consume Flutin only on doctor's advice.

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


      Yes, Flutin is useful in treating mental disorders.

      Yes

    Flutin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Flutin


      You can take Flutin with food.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Flutin


      Consumption of alcohol and Flutin together may have severe effects on your health.

      Severe


    Frequently asked Questions about Flutin

    Question over 4 years ago

    Does Flutin cause negative thinking?

    Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

    Yes, Flutin may cause distorted or negative thinking. One may develop feelings of self-harm. However, one can conquer such thought processes easily by concentrating on positive things in life, taking one day at a time and living each moment, practicing empathy and gratitude, finding meaning in helping others, learning new life skills, practicing yoga and meditation to achieve a sense of calm and so on.  

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Can I discontinue Flutin on my own?

    Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

    No, it is not recommended that you discontinue taking Flutin 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 Flutin make you tired?

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

    Yes, Flutin 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.

    Question about 5 years ago

    Is Flutin habit forming?

    Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

    No, Flutin is non-habit forming and non-addictive when taken as prescribed by the doctor. However, since it lessens the depression, a user may feel good about himself and then he might take more doses and take doses more frequently to enhance that feeling of well-being. Gradually, this might lead to dependence. Therefore, it is imperative that one takes Flutin strictly under the recommendations of a doctor.  

    Question about 5 years ago

    How to take Flutin?

    Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

    Flutin 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 Flutin at the same time every day so that you do not forget to take the dose. Flutin may take 4 to 5 weeks to exert its complete effect and it is thus, important to be patient and keep taking Flutin.



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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 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

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