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Flunat 10 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. Other than this, Flunat 10 Capsule has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Flunat 10 Capsule depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Flunat 10 Capsule side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Flunat 10 Capsule are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Flunat 10 Capsule is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Flunat 10 Capsule has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Flunat 10 Capsule related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Flunat 10 Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Flunat 10 Capsule may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Flunat 10 Capsule is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Flunat 10 Capsule 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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Is the use of Flunat 10 Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Flunat may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Flunat, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Flunat 10 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Flunat should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Flunat 10 Capsule on the Kidneys?
Flunat rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Flunat 10 Capsule on the Liver?
Flunat is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Flunat 10 Capsule on the Heart?
Side effects of Flunat rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flunat 10 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flunat 10 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Flunat 10 Capsule does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Flunat 10 Capsule. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Flunat 10 Capsule is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Flunat 10 Capsule can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flunat 10 Capsule
Taking Flunat 10 Capsule with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flunat 10 Capsule
Taking alcohol with Flunat 10 Capsule can be dangerous.
Yes, Flunat 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.
Yes, Flunat 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.
Flunat 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 Flunat at the same time every day so that you do not forget to take the dose. Flunat may take 4 to 5 weeks to exert its complete effect and it is thus, important to be patient and keep taking Flunat.
No, Flunat 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.
No, it is not recommended that Flunat should be taken at night as it disturbs sleep in the early phase of the treatment. Thus, it is mostly recommended to take it in the morning or noon.
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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
