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Composition :

FLUOXETINE-40MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

D D Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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Therapeutic Class

PSYCHOTHERAPEUTICS

Country of origin

INDIA
Other Info - FLO0160

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FAQs

Floxin 40 Tablet works by inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin by nerves, a mood-enhancing chemical messenger in the brain which communicates between brain cells. This helps in an increase in serotonin concentrations in the nerve synapse, thereby helps in regulating mood and treats depression.

Floxin 40 Tablet may cause weight loss due to loss of appetite. Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain a healthy weight. Please consult your doctor if you experience fluctuations in weight while taking Floxin 40 Tablet .

Do not discontinue Floxin 40 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it could lead to withdrawal effects. To treat your condition effectually continue taking Floxin 40 Tablet for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Floxin 40 Tablet ; the doctor may reduce the dose gradually.

Floxin 40 Tablet may cause decreased sex-drive, problems with erection and orgasm. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Floxin 40 Tablet . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.

Please consult your doctor before taking Floxin 40 Tablet if you have glaucoma as it might cause increased pressure in the eye.

Consult tour doctor before taking Floxin 40 Tablet if you are diabetic as it might fluctuate blood glucose levels. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised if you are taking Floxin 40 Tablet . Talk to your doctor if you experience fluctuations in blood sugar levels.

Floxin 40 Tablet might increase the risk of bone fractures. Talk to your doctor before taking Floxin 40 Tablet if you have osteoporosis. Consult your doctor if you experience bone pain.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Floxin 40 Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Floxin 40 Tablet belongs to pregnancy category C. Please consult your doctor before taking Floxin 40 Tablet if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Floxin 40 Tablet may pass into breastmilk. Consult your doctor before taking Floxin 40 Tablet ; your doctor will decide whether Floxin 40 Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Unsafe

Floxin 40 Tablet may cause dizziness and might impair your reactions. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience these symptoms.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Floxin 40 Tablet should not be given to children below 8years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

About Floxin 40 Tablet

Floxin 40 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antidepressants used to treat a major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), bulimia nervosa (eating disorder), and panic disorder. Depression is a mood disorder characterised by the feeling of sadness, unhappiness, anger, hopelessness or loss that interferes with a person’s daily activities.
 
Floxin 40 Tablet contains ‘Fluoxetine’ which is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor. It works by inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin by nerves, a mood-enhancing chemical messenger in the brain which communicates between brain cells. This helps in an increase in serotonin concentrations in the nerve synapse, thereby helps in regulating mood and treats depression.
 
Take Floxin 40 Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to take Floxin 40 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition and response to the treatment. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as insomnia (difficulty sleeping), headache, diarrhoea, nausea, fatigue, dry mouth, loss of appetite, and indigestion. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
 
Please do not stop taking Floxin 40 Tablet on your own as it could lead to withdrawal symptoms. Do not take Floxin 40 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Do not drive or operate machinery as Floxin 40 Tablet may cause dizziness and might impair your reactions. Floxin 40 Tablet should not be given to children below 8years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Floxin 40 Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness.  Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side-effects.

Uses of Floxin 40 Tablet

Depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Bulimia nervosa (eating disorder) 

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Medicinal Benefits

Floxin 40 Tablet belongs to a group of antidepressant medicines called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. Floxin 40 Tablet is used to treat major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), bulimia nervosa (eating disorder), and panic disorder with or without agoraphobia. Floxin 40 Tablet works by inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin by nerves, a mood-enhancing chemical messenger in the brain which communicates between brain cells. This helps in an increase in serotonin concentrations in the nerve synapse, thereby helps in regulating mood and treats depression. Floxin 40 Tablet may also be used to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder (a severe form of premenstrual syndrome). Floxin 40 Tablet has fewer unwanted effects than other antidepressant drugs. Floxin 40 Tablet is used in combination with other drugs to treat bipolar disorder and treatment-resistant depression.

Directions for Use

Take Floxin 40 Tablet with or without food. Your doctor will decide for how long you need to take Floxin 40 Tablet based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Take Floxin 40 Tablet exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush the tablet/capsule.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use.

Side Effects of Floxin 40 Tablet

  • Insomnia (difficulty sleeping)
  • Headache
  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Fatigue
  • Dry mouth
  • Loss of appetite
  • Indigestion

Drug Warnings

Do not take Floxin 40 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MOA) or have taken them in the last 14days, or if you are taking metoprolol (used to treat high blood pressure). Do not take Floxin 40 Tablet along with opioid antagonists such as buprenorphine and naloxone as it might lead to a serious condition called serotonin syndrome. Consult your doctor immediately if you have suicidal thoughts such as killing or harming yourself. Inform your doctor if you have/had epilepsy, mania, glaucoma, diabetes, bleeding disorders, or hyponatremia (low sodium levels).  Do not take Floxin 40 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Do not drive or operate machinery as Floxin 40 Tablet may cause dizziness and might impair your reactions. Floxin 40 Tablet should not be given to children below 8years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Floxin 40 Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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FluoxetinePhenelzine
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FluoxetinePhenelzine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Floxin 40 Tablet:
Taking Floxin 40 Tablet with phenelzine may increase the risk of a serotonin levels in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Floxin 40 Tablet can be taken with phenelzine if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience symptoms of serotonin syndrome such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Treatment with Floxin 40 Tablet should be started 14 days after stopping phenelzine.
How does the drug interact with Floxin 40 Tablet:
Combining Floxin 40 Tablet with Arsenic trioxide can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Arsenic trioxide with Floxin 40 Tablet can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you have any fainting or irregular heartbeat, it's best to go to the hospital for check-ups. If you experience symptoms like fainting, irregular heartbeat, dizziness, or shortness of breath, make sure to call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Floxin 40 Tablet:
Co-administration of Escitalopram with Floxin 40 Tablet may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition wherein serotonin levels are increased in the body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Floxin 40 Tablet and escitalopram, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that do not exist), increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Floxin 40 Tablet:
Taking bupropion with Floxin 40 Tablet may increase the risk or severity of seizures (fits).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of bupropion along with Floxin 40 Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Floxin 40 Tablet:
Taking rasagiline with Floxin 40 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Floxin 40 Tablet can be taken with rasagiline if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience symptoms of serotonin syndrome such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, shaking, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluoxetineDesipramine
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How does the drug interact with Floxin 40 Tablet:
When Desipramine is taken with Floxin 40 Tablet, the amount of Desipramine in the blood can go up.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Floxin 40 Tablet with Desipramine can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms - feeling sleepy, having a dry mouth, trouble seeing clearly, difficulty going to the bathroom, feeling confused or having hallucinations, having a seizure, a fast heartbeat, a fever, sweating a lot, shivering or shaking, muscle spasms or stiffness, trouble moving, stomach cramps, feeling sick or throwing up, or having diarrhea - make sure to call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Floxin 40 Tablet:
Co-administration of Ondansetron with Floxin 40 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking ondansetron along with Floxin 40 Tablet can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you have sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, confusion, hallucination, fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles, or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, or fast or rapid heartbeats during therapy, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Floxin 40 Tablet:
Taking Floxin 40 Tablet with venlafaxine can cause serotonin syndrome. Serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Floxin 40 Tablet can be taken with venlafaxine if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience symptoms of serotonin syndrome such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
FluoxetineDofetilide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Floxin 40 Tablet:
Combining Floxin 40 Tablet with Dofetilide can increase the risk of QTc prolongation.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Floxin 40 Tablet with Dofetilide together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms, it's important to contact your doctor right away: an irregular heart rhythm, a heart condition, congenital long qt syndrome, conduction abnormalities, severe or prolonged diarrhea, vomiting, complications, sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Floxin 40 Tablet:
Taking Trazodone with Floxin 40 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Trazodone with Floxin 40 Tablet can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience confusion, seizure(fits), extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm, tremor (shaking of hands & legs), incoordination, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly helps in improving overall health and boosts self-esteem.
  • Regularly attend therapy sessions.
  • Perform meditation and yoga. This helps in relieving stress and provides relaxation.
  • Follow a regular sleep pattern to improve the amount and quality of sleep you get.
  • Include foods rich in omega fatty acids such as fish, nuts, fresh fruits, vegetables and olive oils.
  • Neurotransmitters are made up of amino acids. Amino acid-rich foods such as meat, dairy products, and certain fruits and vegetables help in the proper maintenance of neurotransmitters. 
  • Complex carbohydrates help in stimulating serotonin (a feel-good neurotransmitter). These include whole grains, legumes, spinach, broccoli, oranges and pears.
  • Exercising helps in the production of the body’s natural antidepressants. It also helps in relieving stress, improving mood, boosts self-esteem, and provides restful sleep.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Learn about your condition, understand the risk factors and follow the doctor’s treatment plan.

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