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Platin 20 Mg Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. The alternative uses of Platin 20 Mg Injection have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Platin 20 Mg Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Platin 20 Mg Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Platin 20 Mg Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Platin 20 Mg Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Platin 20 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Platin 20 Mg Injection related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Platin 20 Mg Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Platin 20 Mg Injection with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Platin 20 Mg Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Platin 20 Mg Injection 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Platin 20 Mg Injection is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Platin 20 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Platin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Platin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Platin 20 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Platin 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 Platin 20 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Platin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Platin 20 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Platin has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Platin 20 Mg Injection on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Platin on the heart have been reported.
Platin 20 Mg Injection 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 Platin 20 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Platin 20 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Platin 20 Mg Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Platin 20 Mg Injection as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Platin 20 Mg Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Platin 20 Mg Injection can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Platin 20 Mg Injection
Taking Platin 20 Mg Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Platin 20 Mg Injection
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Platin 20 Mg Injection as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Platin 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.
Yes, Platin 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.
No, it is not recommended that Platin 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.
Platin 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. Platin 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.
No, it is not recommended that you discontinue taking Platin 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.
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