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Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet 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

Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet 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

Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Fluoxet. It is best to stop taking Fluoxet immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Fluoxet may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Fluoxet may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Fluoxet may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Fluoxet on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet 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 Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet

Is this Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet is addictive.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet

It is safe to take Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet

Taking Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Fluoxet 40 Mg Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Fluoxet?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Fluoxet 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. Fluoxet 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 Fluoxet a controlled substance?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Fluoxet 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Fluoxet?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Fluoxet 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 Fluoxet at the same time every day so that you do not forget to take the dose. Fluoxet may take 4 to 5 weeks to exert its complete effect and it is thus, important to be patient and keep taking Fluoxet.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Fluoxet be given with modafinil?

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

Yes, Fluoxet 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 over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Fluoxet on my own?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

No, it is not recommended that you discontinue taking Fluoxet 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.