Flutee Capsule
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Talent India |
Active Ingredient | Fluoxetine (20mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Trifluoromethylbenzenes Derivative |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
Action Class | Selective Seretonin Reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) |
User Rating | 4.4 |
User Reviews | 416 |
FAQ
Flutee Capsule Reviews
Flutee 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 Flutee 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.
How Flutee Capsule Works
How to Use Flutee Capsule
Benefits of Flutee Capsule
- In Treatment of Depression: Flutee 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 Treatment of Panic disorder: Flutee can help relieve symptoms of many panic disorders including panic attacks. It can help you feel calmer and improve your ability to deal with problems. Do not stop taking it, even when you feel better, unless your doctor advises you to.
- In Treatment of Obsessive-compulsive disorder: Flutee 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. Keep taking the medicine until your doctor advises you to stop. Additionally, exercising and eating a healthy diet can also help improve your mood.
Uses of Flutee Capsule
- Treatment of Panic disorder
- Treatment of Obsessive-compulsive disorder
- Treatment of Depression
Flutee Capsule Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Take Flutee in the morning since it can keep you awake if taken late at night.
- It may cause weight loss and decreased appetite.
- Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Flutee affects you.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
- Do not stop taking medication suddenly without doctor consultation as that may lead to agitation, anxiety, and dysphoria.
- Inform your doctor if you experience difficulty having an orgasm or have decreased sex drive.
- It may cause anxiety and agitation when you first start taking it.
- The addiction/dependence potential of Flutee is very less.
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