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Flutop LA Tablet DR Benefits & Uses

Flutop LA Tablet DR 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

Flutop LA Tablet DR 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

Flutop LA Tablet DR Related Warnings

Is the use of Flutop LA Tablet DR safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Flutop LA Tablet DR safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Flutop LA Tablet DR on the Kidneys?

Flutop has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Flutop LA Tablet DR on the Liver?

Flutop is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Flutop LA Tablet DR on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Flutop LA Tablet DR with Other Drugs

Flutop LA Tablet DR 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

Flutop LA Tablet DR Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flutop LA Tablet DR 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 Flutop LA Tablet DR

Is this Flutop LA Tablet DR habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Flutop LA Tablet DR.

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

After taking Flutop LA Tablet DR you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Flutop LA Tablet DR only as per medical advice.

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

Yes, in many cases, taking Flutop LA Tablet DR can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Flutop LA Tablet DR Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flutop LA Tablet DR

It is safe to take Flutop LA Tablet DR with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Flutop LA Tablet DR

Taking alcohol with Flutop LA Tablet DR can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Flutop LA Tablet DR

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Flutop used for the treatment of anxiety?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Flutop 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Flutop?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Flutop 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. Flutop 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 Flutop associated with weight loss?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Flutop 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is it safe to take Flutop?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, it is safe to take Flutop 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 almost 6 years ago

Is Flutop habit forming?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Flutop is non-habit forming and non-addictive when taken as prescribed by the doctor. However, since it lessens the depression, a user may feel good about himself and then he might take more doses and take doses more frequently to enhance that feeling of well-being. Gradually, this might lead to dependence. Therefore, it is imperative that one takes Flutop strictly under the recommendations of a doctor.