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Composition :

FLUOXETINE-20MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Innovative Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

Therapeutic Class

PSYCHOTHERAPEUTICS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

501, Pearl Arcade, J.P.Road, Andheri (West), Mumbai-58, Maharashtra, INDIA
Other Info - FLU0850

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FAQs

Fluxib 20 mg Capsule 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.

Fluxib 20 mg Capsule 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 Fluxib 20 mg Capsule .

Do not discontinue Fluxib 20 mg Capsule without consulting your doctor as it could lead to withdrawal effects. To treat your condition effectually continue taking Fluxib 20 mg Capsule for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Fluxib 20 mg Capsule ; the doctor may reduce the dose gradually.

Fluxib 20 mg Capsule 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 Fluxib 20 mg Capsule . 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 Fluxib 20 mg Capsule if you have glaucoma as it might cause increased pressure in the eye.

Consult tour doctor before taking Fluxib 20 mg Capsule if you are diabetic as it might fluctuate blood glucose levels. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised if you are taking Fluxib 20 mg Capsule . Talk to your doctor if you experience fluctuations in blood sugar levels.

Fluxib 20 mg Capsule might increase the risk of bone fractures. Talk to your doctor before taking Fluxib 20 mg Capsule if you have osteoporosis. Consult your doctor if you experience bone pain.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Fluxib 20 mg Capsule as it may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Fluxib 20 mg Capsule belongs to pregnancy category C. Please consult your doctor before taking Fluxib 20 mg Capsule if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Fluxib 20 mg Capsule may pass into breastmilk. Consult your doctor before taking Fluxib 20 mg Capsule ; your doctor will decide whether Fluxib 20 mg Capsule can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Unsafe

Fluxib 20 mg Capsule 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

Fluxib 20 mg Capsule should not be given to children below 8years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

About Fluxib 20 mg Capsule

Fluxib 20 mg Capsule 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.
 
Fluxib 20 mg Capsule 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 Fluxib 20 mg Capsule as prescribed. You are advised to take Fluxib 20 mg Capsule 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 Fluxib 20 mg Capsule on your own as it could lead to withdrawal symptoms. Do not take Fluxib 20 mg Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Do not drive or operate machinery as Fluxib 20 mg Capsule may cause dizziness and might impair your reactions. Fluxib 20 mg Capsule should not be given to children below 8years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule 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 Fluxib 20 mg Capsule

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

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Medicinal Benefits

Fluxib 20 mg Capsule belongs to a group of antidepressant medicines called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. Fluxib 20 mg Capsule is used to treat major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), bulimia nervosa (eating disorder), and panic disorder with or without agoraphobia. Fluxib 20 mg Capsule 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. Fluxib 20 mg Capsule may also be used to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder (a severe form of premenstrual syndrome). Fluxib 20 mg Capsule has fewer unwanted effects than other antidepressant drugs. Fluxib 20 mg Capsule is used in combination with other drugs to treat bipolar disorder and treatment-resistant depression.

Directions for Use

Take Fluxib 20 mg Capsule with or without food. Your doctor will decide for how long you need to take Fluxib 20 mg Capsule based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Take Fluxib 20 mg Capsule 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 Fluxib 20 mg Capsule

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

Drug Warnings

Do not take Fluxib 20 mg Capsule 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 Fluxib 20 mg Capsule 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 Fluxib 20 mg Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Do not drive or operate machinery as Fluxib 20 mg Capsule may cause dizziness and might impair your reactions. Fluxib 20 mg Capsule should not be given to children below 8years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule as it could lead to increased dizziness. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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FluoxetinePhenelzine
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FluoxetineTramadol
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FluoxetinePhenelzine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule:
Taking Fluxib 20 mg Capsule with phenelzine may increase the risk of a serotonin levels in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Fluxib 20 mg Capsule 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 Fluxib 20 mg Capsule should be started 14 days after stopping phenelzine.
FluoxetineTramadol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule:
Taking Fluxib 20 mg Capsule with tramadol may increase the risk of a serotonin syndrome. It may also increase the risk of seizures not related to the serotonin syndrome.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Fluxib 20 mg Capsule can be taken with tramadol 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.
FluoxetineGatifloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule:
Taking Fluxib 20 mg Capsule with gatifloxacin may increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Fluxib 20 mg Capsule can be taken with gatifloxacin if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
FluoxetineCyclobenzaprine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule:
Co-administration of Cyclobenzaprine with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule might raise serotonin hormone levels which can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Fluxib 20 mg Capsule can be taken with cyclobenzaprine if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience fever, palpitations, excessive sweating, shivering, muscle spasm, or vomiting, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
FluoxetineDoxepin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule:
Taking Fluxib 20 mg Capsule with doxepin may cause sedation, dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, and urinary retention. It might also increase the risk of a rare but serious condition called the serotonin syndrome.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Fluxib 20 mg Capsule can be taken with doxepin 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.
FluoxetineOndansetron
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule:
Co-administration of Ondansetron with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule 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 Fluxib 20 mg Capsule 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.
FluoxetineCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule:
Taking Fluxib 20 mg Capsule with ceritinib may increase the risk of an irregular heart.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Fluxib 20 mg Capsule can be taken with ceritinib if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience sudden lightheadedness, dizziness, shortness of breath, fainting, or heart palpitations during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medication without a doctor advice.
FluoxetineAlmotriptan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule:
Taking Fluxib 20 mg Capsule with almotriptan may increase the risk of a serotonin levels in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Fluxib 20 mg Capsule can be taken with almotriptan 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.
FluoxetineCitalopram
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule:
Taking Fluxib 20 mg Capsule with citalopram may increase the risk of a rare but serious condition called the serotonin syndrome. Combining these medications can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Fluxib 20 mg Capsule can be taken with citalopram if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience sudden lightheadedness, dizziness, shortness of breath, fainting, or heart palpitations during treatment with these medications. Let the doctor know if you notice 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.
FluoxetineLinezolid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule:
Co-administration of Linezolid with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule can result in effects and also Serotonin syndrome (a condition wherein serotonin levels are increased in the body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of linezolid along with Fluxib 20 mg Capsule can possibly lead to an interaction, it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms 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, incoordination, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

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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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