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Prodep La, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. The alternative uses of Prodep La have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Prodep La. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Prodep La side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Prodep La are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Prodep La is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Prodep La related warnings talks about Prodep La's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Prodep La contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Prodep La may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Prodep La is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Prodep La 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 Prodep La safe for pregnant women?
Prodep La can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Prodep La right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Prodep La safe during breastfeeding?
Prodep La may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Prodep La on the Kidneys?
Prodep La rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Prodep La on the Liver?
Prodep La may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Prodep La on the Heart?
Prodep La is rarely harmful for the heart.
Prodep La 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 Prodep La unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prodep La habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Prodep La.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Prodep La you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Prodep La only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Prodep La can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prodep La
It is safe to take Prodep La with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prodep La
Consuming Prodep La with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Prodep La 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.
No, Prodep La is not a controlled substance. It is a prescription drug belongs to the class of medications called antidepressant. A controlled drug is one whose manufacture, use and possession are regulated by the government, eg narcotics. Narcotics are the natural products like opium and its derivatives, heroin, coca leaf and cannabis, synthetic drugs like pethidine and methadone, codeine, morphine. These are also prescription drugs and must be taken cautiously as these can cause an addiction.
Prodep La 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. Prodep La 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 Prodep La 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.
Yes, Prodep La causes tiredness but this occurs only in a few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss it with your doctor.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prozac (fluoxetine hydrochloride)
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
