Bardep
Bardep Products are primarily used for
Depression, Anxiety disorder, Panic disorder
About Bardep Products
Uses of Bardep Products
Fluoxetine is used in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorder, Panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobia and post traumatic stress disorder.
Bardep Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Bardep are Weakness, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Nervousness, Anxiety, Blurred vision, Decreased libido, Fatigue, Frequent urge to urinate, Gastrointestinal disturbance, Headache, Palpitations, Prolonged QT interval.
How Bardep Products work
Fluoxetine 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.
Patient Concerns about Bardep Products
Frequently asked questions about Bardep Products
Frequently asked questions about Fluoxetine
Q. What is Bardep Tablet? What is it used for?
Bardep Tablet 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.
Q. Does Bardep Tablet cause sleepiness?
Somnolence (sleepiness) is a common side effect of Bardep Tablet. However, Bardep Tablet 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 Bardep Tablet.
Q. Does Bardep Tablet cause weight gain?
Bardep Tablet 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 Bardep Tablet.
Q. Does Bardep Tablet make you tired?
Bardep Tablet can make you feel tired. Fatigue (extreme tiredness) is a very common side effect of Bardep Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking it as the dose may need to be changed.
Q. Does Bardep Tablet cause nausea?
Nausea is a very common side effect of Bardep Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive nausea while taking Bardep Tablet.
Q. How long can I take Bardep Tablet for?
You should take Bardep Tablet only for the duration advised by your doctor. You should not stop the medicine without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can I take Bardep Tablet with paracetamol?
Bardep Tablet can be taken with paracetamol. However, when taken together paracetamol can increase the antidepressant effect of Bardep Tablet. Talk to your doctor before taking the two medicines as there could be other effects of using the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Bardep Tablet with birth control pills?
Bardep Tablet 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.
Q. Is Bardep Tablet addictive?
No, Bardep Tablet 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.
Q. Is Bardep Tablet safe in pregnancy?
There have been some reports showing an increased risk of birth defects affecting the heart in babies when the mother took Bardep Tablet 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 Bardep Tablet during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine.