Fluoxetine is the active ingredient in the medication.It is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant.Other inactive ingredients may be present depending on the specific formulation.
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
ObsessiveCompulsive Disorder (OCD)
Bulimia Nervosa
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Panic Disorder
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Social Anxiety Disorder
PostTraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Flunil Susp 60ml (Fluoxetine) works by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that helps regulate mood, sleep, appetite, and other functions. By increasing serotonin levels, fluoxetine can help improve symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other conditions.
Store fluoxetine at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
The dosage of fluoxetine will vary depending on the individual's condition and response to treatment.
It is typically taken once daily, usually in the morning.
Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and do not adjust your dosage without consulting with them.
It is important to take fluoxetine regularly for it to be effective.
Nausea
Drowsiness
Headache
Insomnia
Diarrhea
Dry mouth
Sexual dysfunction
Weight gain
Anxiety
Agitation
Restlessness
Alcohol can increase the risk of side effects from fluoxetine. It is best to avoid alcohol while taking this medication.
Fluoxetine can cause drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
Fluoxetine can pass into breast milk. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking fluoxetine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Fluoxetine is not approved for use in children under the age of 8.
Fluoxetine may need to be adjusted for people with kidney disease.
Fluoxetine may need to be adjusted for people with liver disease.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/depression/in-depth/fluoxetine/art-20045258
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11467630
https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-1125-FLUOXETINE.aspx
