Flood 20 Capsule: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Flood 20 Capsule Information

Flood 20 Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. Secondary and off-label uses of Flood 20 Capsule have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Flood 20 Capsule 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Flood 20 Capsule as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Flood 20 Capsule are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Flood 20 Capsule has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Flood 20 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Flood 20 Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Flood 20 Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Flood 20 Capsule is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Flood Benefits & Uses
Flood Dosage & How to Take
Flood Side Effects
Flood Related Warnings
Flood Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Flood
Flood Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Flood 20 Capsule Benefits & Uses

Flood 20 Capsule 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

Flood 20 Capsule 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

Flood 20 Capsule Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flood 20 Capsule is used -

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Colitis
Akathisia

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Insomnia
Headache
Fatigue
Tremor
Dry Mouth
Flushing
पेट की गैस
Drowsiness
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Rash

Flood 20 Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Flood 20 Capsule safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Flood 20 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Flood 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 Flood 20 Capsule on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Flood on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Flood 20 Capsule on the Liver?

Side effects of Flood rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Flood 20 Capsule on the Heart?

Flood has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Flood 20 Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flood 20 Capsule 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 Flood 20 Capsule

Is this Flood 20 Capsule habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Flood 20 Capsule is addictive.

No
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 Flood 20 Capsule can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Flood 20 Capsule only as per medical advice.

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

Yes, this Flood 20 Capsule works for mental disorders.

Yes

Flood 20 Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flood 20 Capsule

Taking Flood 20 Capsule with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Flood 20 Capsule

Consumption of alcohol and Flood 20 Capsule together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Flood 20 Capsule

Question about 6 years ago

How does Flood work?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Flood 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 over 5 years ago

How long can I take Flood?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Flood should be taken as long as it prescribed by your doctor. One must not take less or number of doses as that could cause detrimental effects on the health. One should follow the instructions of the doctor completely.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Flood?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Flood 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. Flood 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 over 5 years ago

Can Flood make you tired?

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

Yes, Flood 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 over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Flood on my own?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

No, it is not recommended that you discontinue taking Flood 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.