Drug Uses

Fluoxetine is a drug in the treatment of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bulimia nervosa, premenstrual , and disorders. It is a psychotropic oral administration.

How Taken

Fluoxetine usually is taken once or twice a day. To be effective, it should be taken regularly. Make a habit of taking it at the you do some activity. It may be 4 weeks feel from , but 's effects about 9 months after a 3-month . For obsessive-compulsive disorder, the may take 5 weeks to appear.

Warnings/Precautions

Unless directed to do so by your doctor, do not medication if you from a heart attack or if you disease or diabetes. Fluoxetine you to become drowsy or less may judgment. Therefore, driving or operating or participating in any that mental alertness is not recommended. While medication, you dizzy or light-headed or actually getting up from a lying or sitting position. If getting up slowly doesn't help or if this , notify . If you develop a skin rash or hives Fluoxetine, discontinue use of the notify immediately. Fluoxetine should be used if you have a history of seizures. You all of your with before medication. Fluoxetine cause and , especially in depressed are and in those . If you in your weight or appetite, tell . The effects of Fluoxetine have adequately studied. If you or plan to become pregnant, inform immediately. This in breast milk, and breastfeeding is not you Fluoxetine.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of Fluoxetine remember day, take it as soon as possible. If you do not the , skip dose and go back to your schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Possible Side Effects

Side be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform as soon as possible. Only can determine if it is safe to continue taking Fluoxetine.
More effects :
Abnormal dreams, abnormal ejaculation, abnormal vision, anxiety, diminished , dizziness, dry mouth, flu-like symptoms, flushing, gas, headache, impotence, insomnia, itching, loss of appetite, nausea, nervousness, rash, sinusitis, sleepiness, sore throat, sweating, tremors, upset stomach, vomiting, weakness, yawning.
Less effects :
Abnormal taste, agitation, bleeding problems, chills, confusion, ear pain, emotional instability, fever, frequent urination, high , increased appetite, loss of memory, palpitations, ringing in the ears, sleep disorders, weight gain.
In children , less effects include: Agitation, excessive , frequent urination, hyperactivity, mania or hypomania (inappropriate feelings of elation and/or rapid thoughts), nosebleeds, personality changes, and thirst.
A wide variety of other reactions reported during Fluoxetine therapy. If you new or unexplained symptoms, tell without delay.

Storage

Store in a dry place at 20-25 degrees C (68-77 F).

Overdose

Any in excess serious consequences. An overdose of Fluoxetine can be fatal. In addition, combining Fluoxetine with certain can of overdose. If you suspect an overdose, seek immediately. Common symptoms of Fluoxetine : Nausea, rapid heartbeat, seizures, sleepiness, vomiting. Other symptoms of Fluoxetine : Coma, delirium, fainting, high fever, irregular heartbeat, low , mania, rigid muscles, sweating, stupor.

More Information

Do not MAO inhibitors or for at least after . MAO should not be taken for at least after discontinuing Fluoxetine. Most the the potential to slow reflexes or impair caution is advised. This not extensively in the US and re-evaluation periodically by your physician is advised. Check pharmacist with .

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