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Fluz Od is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. Secondary and off-label uses of Fluz Od have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Fluz Od is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fluz Od as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fluz Od go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fluz Od is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Fluz Od's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fluz Od related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Fluz Od have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Fluz Od have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Fluz Od, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Fluz Od 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 Fluz Od safe for pregnant women?
Fluz Od may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Fluz Od again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Fluz Od safe during breastfeeding?
Fluz Od 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 Fluz Od on the Kidneys?
Fluz Od rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fluz Od on the Liver?
Fluz Od has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Fluz Od on the Heart?
Fluz Od is rarely harmful for the heart.
Fluz Od 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 Fluz Od unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fluz Od habit forming or addictive?
Fluz Od is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fluz Od. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Fluz Od is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Fluz Od can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fluz Od
You can take Fluz Od with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluz Od
Consumption of alcohol and Fluz Od together may have severe effects on your health.
Fluz Od 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.
Yes, Fluz Od 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, Fluz Od 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.
Yes, it is safe to take Fluz Od 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.
Yes, Fluz Od 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
References
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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