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Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet 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
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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 Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Fluoxet. It is best to stop taking Fluoxet immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Fluoxet may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Fluoxet may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Fluoxet may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Fluoxet on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet is addictive.
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 Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet
It is safe to take Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet
Taking Fluoxet 10 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Fluoxet 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. Fluoxet 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.
No, Fluoxet 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.
Fluoxet 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 Fluoxet at the same time every day so that you do not forget to take the dose. Fluoxet may take 4 to 5 weeks to exert its complete effect and it is thus, important to be patient and keep taking Fluoxet.
Yes, Fluoxet 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.
No, it is not recommended that you discontinue taking Fluoxet 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.
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