Flame

Composition for Flame Products

Flame Products are primarily used for

Depression, Panic disorder, Obsessive-compulsive disorder

About Flame Products

Uses of Flame Products

Fluoxetine is used in the treatment of depression, Panic disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Flame Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Flame 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 Flame 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 Flame Products

Frequently asked questions about Flame Products

Frequently asked questions about Fluoxetine

Q. What is Flame 20mg Tablet? What is it used for?
Flame 20mg 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 Flame 20mg Tablet cause sleepiness?
Somnolence (sleepiness) is a common side effect of Flame 20mg Tablet. However, Flame 20mg 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 Flame 20mg Tablet.
Q. Does Flame 20mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Flame 20mg 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 Flame 20mg Tablet.
Q. Does Flame 20mg Tablet make you tired?
Flame 20mg Tablet can make you feel tired. Fatigue (extreme tiredness) is a very common side effect of Flame 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking it as the dose may need to be changed.
Q. Does Flame 20mg Tablet cause nausea?
Nausea is a very common side effect of Flame 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive nausea while taking Flame 20mg Tablet.
Q. How long can I take Flame 20mg Tablet for?
You should take Flame 20mg Tablet only for the duration advised by your doctor. You should not stop the medicine without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can I take Flame 20mg Tablet with paracetamol?
Flame 20mg Tablet can be taken with paracetamol. However, when taken together paracetamol can increase the antidepressant effect of Flame 20mg 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 Flame 20mg Tablet with birth control pills?
Flame 20mg 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 Flame 20mg Tablet addictive?
No, Flame 20mg 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 Flame 20mg 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 Flame 20mg 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 Flame 20mg Tablet during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine.

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