Fluoxetine (20mg)
Flunil 20 Capsule helps many people to recover from depression by improving their mood and relieving anxiety and tension. It is also used to treat bulimia nervosa (an eating disorder), where it reduces binge-eating and purging (vomiting).The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. Your doctor may start you on a lower dose and increase it gradually. Do not change the dose or stop taking it without talking to your doctor, even if you feel well. Doing so may make your condition worse or you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms (anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, dizziness, sleep disturbances, etc).To get the most benefit, take this medicine regularly at the same time each day. It may take a few weeks before you start feeling better. Let your doctor know if you do not see any improvement even after 4 weeks. Some common side effects of Flunil 20 Capsule include nausea, indigestion, dry mouth, fatigue, loss of appetite, increased sweating, sinusitis, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), yawning, and abnormal dreams. Sexual side effects like decreased sexual drive delayed ejaculation, and erectile dysfunction may also be seen. Let your doctor know straight away if you develop any sudden worsening of mood or any thoughts about harming yourself.Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, heart problems, or glaucoma. These may affect your treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Some other medicines may affect the way it works, especially other antidepressants and medicines called MAO inhibitors. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe.
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 themCommon side effects of Flunil
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Flunil 20 Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Flunil 20 Capsule is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and also relieves symptoms of panic and obsessive disorders.
Related Warnings
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Flunil 20 Capsule.
Flunil 20 Capsule 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.
Flunil 20 Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Flunil 20 Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Flunil 20 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Flunil 20 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Flunil 20 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flunil 20 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Flunil 20 Capsule is an antidepressant drug and belongs to the class of selective serotonin re−uptake inhibitors (SSRIs). In adults, this medicine is used to treat major depressive episodes, eating disorder (bulimia nervosa) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). In children and adolescents aged eight years and above, it is used to treat moderate to severe major depressive disorder.
Somnolence (sleepiness) is a common side effect of Flunil 20 Capsule. However, Flunil 20 Capsule can also cause other sleep problems like insomnia (inability to sleep) and abnormal dreams. You must talk to your doctor if you experience sleep problems while taking Flunil 20 Capsule.
Flunil 20 Capsule does not cause weight gain, rather it causes weight loss, which is a common side effect seen with its use. Weight loss is usually proportional to baseline body weight. Please consult your doctor if you experience a change in weight while taking Flunil 20 Capsule.
Flunil 20 Capsule can make you feel tired. Fatigue (extreme tiredness) is a very common side effect of Flunil 20 Capsule. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking it as the dose may need to be changed.
Nausea is a very common side effect of Flunil 20 Capsule. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive nausea while taking Flunil 20 Capsule.
You should take Flunil 20 Capsule only for the duration advised by your doctor. You should not stop the medicine without consulting your doctor.
Flunil 20 Capsule can be taken with paracetamol. However, when taken together paracetamol can increase the antidepressant effect of Flunil 20 Capsule. Talk to your doctor before taking the two medicines as there could be other effects of using the two medicines together.
Flunil 20 Capsule can be taken with birth control pills. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
No, Flunil 20 Capsule is not addictive in nature. No habit-forming potential has been seen with its use. Always follow your doctor's advice regarding the duration of its use.
There have been some reports showing an increased risk of birth defects affecting the heart in babies when the mother took Flunil 20 Capsule during the first few months of pregnancy. When taken during the last three months of pregnancy, it may increase the risk of a serious condition in babies, called persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN). In this condition, the baby breathes faster and appears bluish. These symptoms usually begin during the first 24 hours after the baby is born. So, it is advisable not to use Flunil 20 Capsule during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine.
