Flutop
Flutop Products are primarily used for
Depression, Panic disorder, Obsessive-compulsive disorder
About Flutop Products
Uses of Flutop Products
Fluoxetine is used in the treatment of depression, Panic disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Flutop Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Flutop 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 Flutop 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 Flutop Products
Frequently asked questions about Flutop Products
Frequently asked questions about Fluoxetine
Q. What is Flutop 10mg Capsule? What is it used for?
Flutop 10mg 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.
Q. Does Flutop 10mg Capsule cause sleepiness?
Somnolence (sleepiness) is a common side effect of Flutop 10mg Capsule. However, Flutop 10mg 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 Flutop 10mg Capsule.
Q. Does Flutop 10mg Capsule cause weight gain?
Flutop 10mg 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 Flutop 10mg Capsule.
Q. Does Flutop 10mg Capsule make you tired?
Flutop 10mg Capsule can make you feel tired. Fatigue (extreme tiredness) is a very common side effect of Flutop 10mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking it as the dose may need to be changed.
Q. Does Flutop 10mg Capsule cause nausea?
Nausea is a very common side effect of Flutop 10mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive nausea while taking Flutop 10mg Capsule.
Q. How long can I take Flutop 10mg Capsule for?
You should take Flutop 10mg Capsule only for the duration advised by your doctor. You should not stop the medicine without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can I take Flutop 10mg Capsule with paracetamol?
Flutop 10mg Capsule can be taken with paracetamol. However, when taken together paracetamol can increase the antidepressant effect of Flutop 10mg Capsule. 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 Flutop 10mg Capsule with birth control pills?
Flutop 10mg 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.
Q. Is Flutop 10mg Capsule addictive?
No, Flutop 10mg 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.
Q. Is Flutop 10mg Capsule safe in pregnancy?
There have been some reports showing an increased risk of birth defects affecting the heart in babies when the mother took Flutop 10mg 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 Flutop 10mg Capsule during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine.
Products for Flutop
Flutop 10mg Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP
₹37.07
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Flutop-LA Tablet DR
strip of 10 Tablet DR
MRP
₹213.79
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Flutop 20 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹41.68
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Flutop 60mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹67
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