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

Flumod Benefits & Uses

Flumod 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

Flumod 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

Flumod Related Warnings

Is the use of Flumod safe for pregnant women?

Flumod may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Flumod again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Flumod safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Flumod. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Flumod on the Kidneys?

Flumod rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Flumod on the Liver?

Flumod has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Flumod on the Heart?

Side effects of Flumod rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Flumod with Other Drugs

Flumod 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

Flumod Contraindications

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

Is this Flumod habit forming or addictive?

Flumod does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Flumod 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 Flumod can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Flumod Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flumod

Taking Flumod with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Flumod

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Flumod

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Flumod work?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Flumod 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 almost 6 years ago

What is Flumod?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Flumod 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. Flumod 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 I discontinue Flumod on my own?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

No, it is not recommended that you discontinue taking Flumod 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 over 5 years ago

Can Flumod make you tired?

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

Yes, Flumod 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 Flumod affect one's sex life?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Flumod 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.