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Noc Benefits & Uses

Noc 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

Noc 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

Noc Related Warnings

Is the use of Noc safe for pregnant women?

Noc can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Noc right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Noc safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Noc. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Noc on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Noc on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Noc on the Liver?

Side effects of Noc rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Noc on the Heart?

Noc is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Noc with Other Drugs

Noc 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

Noc Contraindications

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

Is this Noc habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Noc is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Noc. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Noc only on doctor's advice.

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

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

Yes

Noc Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Noc

It is safe to take Noc with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Noc

Consumption of alcohol and Noc together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Noc

Question over 5 years ago

Can Noc be given with modafinil?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Noc 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is it safe to take Noc?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, it is safe to take Noc 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Noc be taken at night?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, it is not recommended that Noc 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Noc?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Noc 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. Noc 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Noc associated with weight loss?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Noc 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.