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Fluden Benefits & Uses

Fluden 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

Fluden 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

Fluden Related Warnings

Is the use of Fluden safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Fluden safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Fluden. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Fluden on the Kidneys?

Fluden rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Fluden on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Fluden on the Heart?

Fluden has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Fluden with Other Drugs

Fluden 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

Fluden Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fluden 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 Fluden

Is this Fluden habit forming or addictive?

Fluden is not addictive in nature.

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 Fluden can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Fluden is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Yes, taking Fluden can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Fluden Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fluden

Taking Fluden with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluden

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Fluden as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Fluden

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fluden cause negative thinking?

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

Yes, Fluden 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 6 years ago

Is Fluden habit forming?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Fluden 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 Fluden strictly under the recommendations of a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Fluden associated with weight loss?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fluden 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Fluden be given with modafinil?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Fluden can be given with modafinil. This is because people suffering from major depression also struggle with residual symptoms like persistent fatigue and excessive sleepiness. Modafinil helps overcome these residual symptoms and also improves the overall mood of a patient. Modafinil also helps people to improve their functionality at work.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Fluden work?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Fluden 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.