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Olet Plus is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Olet Plus have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Olet Plus 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Olet Plus side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olet Plus are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Olet Plus's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Olet Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Olet Plus is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Olet Plus have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Olet Plus may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Olet Plus is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Olet Plus is used to treat the following -
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Olet Plus safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Olet Plus. It is best to stop taking Olet Plus immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Olet Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Olet Plus may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Olet Plus on the Kidneys?
Olet Plus is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Olet Plus on the Liver?
Olet Plus is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Olet Plus on the Heart?
Olet Plus may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Olet Plus 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 Olet Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olet Plus habit forming or addictive?
Olet Plus is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Olet Plus
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Olet Plus to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olet Plus
Taking alcohol with Olet Plus can be dangerous.
Olet Plus 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. Olet Plus 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.
Olet Plus 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, Olet Plus 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, Olet Plus 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.
Olet Plus 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 Olet Plus at the same time every day so that you do not forget to take the dose. Olet Plus may take 4 to 5 weeks to exert its complete effect and it is thus, important to be patient and keep taking Olet Plus.
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