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Depnil 25 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. Secondary and off-label uses of Depnil 25 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Depnil 25 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Depnil 25 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Depnil 25 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Depnil 25 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Depnil 25 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Depnil 25 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Depnil 25 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Depnil 25 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Depnil 25 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Depnil 25 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 Depnil 25 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Depnil 25 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Depnil. It is best to stop taking Depnil immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Depnil 25 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Depnil. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Depnil 25 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Depnil rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Depnil 25 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Depnil has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Depnil 25 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Depnil is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Depnil 25 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Depnil 25 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Depnil 25 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Depnil 25 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Depnil 25 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Depnil 25 Mg Tablet is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Depnil 25 Mg Tablet
Taking Depnil 25 Mg Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Depnil 25 Mg Tablet
Taking Depnil 25 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Depnil 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.
Yes, Depnil may affect one's sex life by decreasing one's libido. However, if you experience sex life is affected after medicine then inform your doctor immediately they might change your medication or altered the dose.
Depnil 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. Depnil 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.
Depnil 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.
Yes, Depnil 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.
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