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Fluox Benefits & Uses

Fluox 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

Fluox 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

Fluox Related Warnings

Is the use of Fluox safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Fluox. It is best to stop taking Fluox immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Fluox safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Fluox on the Kidneys?

Fluox may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Fluox on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Fluox on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Fluox on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Fluox with Other Drugs

Fluox 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

Fluox Contraindications

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

Is this Fluox habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Fluox 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 Fluox can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Fluox should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Fluox has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Fluox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fluox

Taking Fluox with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluox

Taking Fluox with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Fluox

Question over 5 years ago

Is Fluox a controlled substance?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Fluox 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Fluox make you tired?

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

Yes, Fluox 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

Is Fluox habit forming?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fluox cause negative thinking?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Fluox 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 over 5 years ago

How to take Fluox?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Fluox 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 Fluox at the same time every day so that you do not forget to take the dose. Fluox may take 4 to 5 weeks to exert its complete effect and it is thus, important to be patient and keep taking Fluox.