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Flutop 20 Mg 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, Flutop 20 Mg Capsule has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Flutop 20 Mg Capsule is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Flutop 20 Mg Capsule have been listed ahead. These side effects of Flutop 20 Mg Capsule are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Flutop 20 Mg Capsule has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Flutop 20 Mg Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Flutop 20 Mg Capsule related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Flutop 20 Mg Capsule contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Flutop 20 Mg Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Flutop 20 Mg Capsule, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Flutop 20 Mg 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 Flutop 20 Mg Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Flutop. It is best to stop taking Flutop immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Flutop 20 Mg Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Flutop. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Flutop 20 Mg Capsule on the Kidneys?
Flutop has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Flutop 20 Mg Capsule on the Liver?
Flutop is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Flutop 20 Mg Capsule on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Flutop on the heart have been reported.
Flutop 20 Mg Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flutop 20 Mg Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flutop 20 Mg Capsule habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Flutop 20 Mg Capsule.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Flutop 20 Mg Capsule you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Flutop 20 Mg Capsule only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Flutop 20 Mg Capsule can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flutop 20 Mg Capsule
It is safe to take Flutop 20 Mg Capsule with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flutop 20 Mg Capsule
Taking alcohol with Flutop 20 Mg Capsule can be dangerous.
Yes, Flutop 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.
Flutop 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. Flutop 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.
Yes, Flutop can cause weight loss. It is a common side effect of this drug. Few people may experience this effect after consuming this drug. People should monitor their weight, eat healthily and include at least 30 mins of exercising in a day. In spite of all efforts if you experience weight loss then discuss with your doctor.
Yes, it is safe to take Flutop as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like difficulty in falling or staying asleep, anxiety, nervousness, dry mouth, uncontrolled shaking of a body part, difficulty in concentrating, and memory. If you suffer from any of these side effects, please talk to your doctor immediately.
No, Flutop 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 Flutop strictly under the recommendations of a doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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