Fluoxa 50mg Tablet is a type of antidepressant belonging to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) group of medicines. It is prescribed to treat depression, where it helps to make you feel better. This medicine is also used to treat people with obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Fluoxa 50mg Tablet is used to treat depression and Anxiety.

Uses of Fluoxa Tablet

Benefits of Fluoxa Tablet

In Depression

Fluoxa 50mg Tablet works by increasing the level of a chemical called serotonin in the brain. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, and helps you sleep better. It has fewer side effects than older antidepressants. It usually takes 4-6 weeks for this medicine to work so you need to keep taking it even if you feel it is not working. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel better unless your doctor advises you to.

In Obsessive-compulsive disorder

Fluoxa 50mg Tablet helps relieve symptoms of many anxiety disorders such as obsessive-compulsive disorder by increasing the level of a chemical called serotonin in your brain. It has fewer side effects than older antidepressants and is normally taken once a day. It helps you feel calm with a better ability to deal with problems. Exercise and a healthy diet can also improve your mood. Keep taking the medicine until your doctor advises you to stop.

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Side effects of Fluoxa Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Fluoxa

Delayed ejaculation
Drowsiness
Erectile dysfunction
Low sexual desire
Nausea
Vomiting
Dryness in mouth
Fatigue
Increased sweating
Indigestion
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Loss of appetite
Nervousness
Tremors

How to use Fluoxa Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fluoxa 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Fluoxa 50mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Fluoxa 50mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Fluoxa 50mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Fluoxa 50mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Fluoxa 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fluoxa 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Fluoxa 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fluoxa 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

It should be taken at night with or without food.
Take caution while taking Fluoxa 50mg Tablet if you are using Benzodiazepines and MAO inhibitors previously.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Fluoxa 50mg Tablet affects you.
Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Aralkylketone Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Selective Seretonin Reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

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FAQs

Q. Is Fluoxa 50mg Tablet used for anxiety?

Yes, Fluoxa 50mg Tablet is used to treat social anxiety disorder. It is anxiety related to interacting with others or performing in front of others that interferes with normal life. Fluoxa 50mg Tablet is also used for the treatment of the obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and panic attacks. In OCD, a person experiences unwanted thoughts and the irresistible desire to perform certain actions over and over. These thoughts and desires do not go away and make it bothersome for the person.

Q. Can Fluoxa 50mg Tablet get you high?

There is no evidence that Fluoxa 50mg Tablet causes dependence. But, patients may experience withdrawal symptoms on sudden discontinuation of Fluoxa 50mg Tablet. Usually, the withdrawal symptoms are mild and go away on their own within 2 weeks.

Q. Who should not take Fluoxa 50mg Tablet?

You should not take Fluoxa 50mg Tablet if you are allergic to it, if you are taking another medicine to treat depression called a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor (MAOI), or if you have stopped taking an MAOI within the last 14 days. This is because taking both these medicines close in time together may cause serious and sometimes fatal reactions like high body temperature, convulsions, and even coma.

Q. Does Fluoxa 50mg Tablet make you sleepy?

Yes, a common side effect of Fluoxa 50mg Tablet is sleepiness. It may also affect your ability to think clearly, make decisions, or react quickly. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until and unless you know how Fluoxa 50mg Tablet affects you.

Q. Does Fluoxa 50mg Tablet have any serious health risks associated with it?

Yes, the use of Fluoxa 50mg Tablet may cause serious health risks. These may include increased risks of suicidal thoughts and actions, mania, bleeding problems, convulsions, visual problems, and low sodium levels in the blood.

Q. How quickly does Fluoxa 50mg Tablet work?

It takes a long time for Fluoxa 50mg Tablet to start working. However, you may see an improvement in your sleep, appetite and energy levels within 1-2 weeks of starting Fluoxa 50mg Tablet. While, conditions like depressed mood and lack of interest in activities may take about 6-8 weeks to improve.

Q. Can I stop Fluoxa 50mg Tablet if I am better now?

No, instead of stopping the medicine by yourself, consult your doctor who will gradually reduce the dose before stopping it completely. This is done because sudden discontinuation of Fluoxa 50mg Tablet may cause withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms include anxiety, irritability, high or low mood, feeling restless or changes in sleep habits, headache, sweating, nausea, dizziness, electric shock-like sensations, shaking, and confusion.

Q. Does Fluoxa 50mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Fluoxa 50mg Tablet may either cause weight gain or weight loss. The weight loss could be due to loss of appetite. However, the chances of having weight gain or loss is not known. As compared to other anti-depressants, there is no significant change in body weight with Fluoxa 50mg Tablet in the majority of people.

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