FLUDEP-10
Capsule
Dose Type
Fluoxetine HCl 10 mg
Generic Name
Asian Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Manufactured By
Information
FLUDEP-10 is type of antidepressant prescribed to treat depression and other mental health conditions like panic disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It helps many people to recover from depression by improving their mood and relieving anxiety and tension. It is also used to treat bulimia nervosa (an eating disorder), where it reduces binge-eating and purging (vomiting).
Therapeutic Class
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant
Dose and Direction of Use
Swallow the capsule whole by mouth. You can take it with or without food. Don't crush, chew or break the tablet. Follow the dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor.
Mode of Action
It is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and also relieves symptoms of panic and obsessive disorders.
Uses
Treatment of Depression, Panic disorder and Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Contraindications
Don't use this medicine if you have:
- Hypersensitivity to this medicine
Precautions and Warning
- It may cause anxiety and agitation when you first start taking it.
- It may cause weight loss and decreased appetite.
- Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or breast feeding woman before taking this medicine to understand the risk and benefit ratio.
- Talk to your doctor about past medical history like kidney problem or liver problem before taking this medicine
- Don't double the dose for the missed one.
- Complete the prescribed dose and duration of medicine.
- It may cause dizziness or drowsiness so avoid any activity that requires concentration unless you know how the medicine acts on you.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
- Inform your doctor if you experience difficulty having an orgasm or have decreased sex drive.