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Flutee 60 Capsule is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. Other than this, Flutee 60 Capsule has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Flutee 60 Capsule. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Flutee 60 Capsule as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Flutee 60 Capsule are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Flutee 60 Capsule's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Flutee 60 Capsule has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Flutee 60 Capsule related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Flutee 60 Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Flutee 60 Capsule may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Flutee 60 Capsule is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Flutee 60 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 Flutee 60 Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Flutee may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Flutee again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Flutee 60 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Flutee may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Flutee should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Flutee 60 Capsule on the Kidneys?
Flutee rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Flutee 60 Capsule on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Flutee on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Flutee 60 Capsule on the Heart?
Flutee has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flutee 60 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flutee 60 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Flutee 60 Capsule is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Flutee 60 Capsule as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Flutee 60 Capsule is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Flutee 60 Capsule can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flutee 60 Capsule
Taking Flutee 60 Capsule with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flutee 60 Capsule
Taking Flutee 60 Capsule with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, it is not recommended that Flutee 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.
Flutee 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.
No, it is not recommended that you discontinue taking Flutee 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.
No, Flutee 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 Flutee strictly under the recommendations of a doctor.
Yes, Flutee is used for the treatment of anxiety by decreasing the activity in the brain this causes calming of the brain which provides relief to the patient from anxiety.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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