Flydep
Flydep Products are primarily used for
Depression, Panic disorder, Obsessive-compulsive disorder
About Flydep Products
Uses of Flydep Products
Fluoxetine is used in the treatment of depression, Panic disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Flydep Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Flydep 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 Flydep 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 Flydep Products
Frequently asked questions about Flydep Products
Frequently asked questions about Fluoxetine
Q. What is Flydep 20 Tablet? What is it used for?
Flydep 20 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 Flydep 20 Tablet cause sleepiness?
Somnolence (sleepiness) is a common side effect of Flydep 20 Tablet. However, Flydep 20 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 Flydep 20 Tablet.
Q. Does Flydep 20 Tablet cause weight gain?
Flydep 20 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 Flydep 20 Tablet.
Q. Does Flydep 20 Tablet make you tired?
Flydep 20 Tablet can make you feel tired. Fatigue (extreme tiredness) is a very common side effect of Flydep 20 Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking it as the dose may need to be changed.
Q. Does Flydep 20 Tablet cause nausea?
Nausea is a very common side effect of Flydep 20 Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive nausea while taking Flydep 20 Tablet.
Q. How long can I take Flydep 20 Tablet for?
You should take Flydep 20 Tablet only for the duration advised by your doctor. You should not stop the medicine without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can I take Flydep 20 Tablet with paracetamol?
Flydep 20 Tablet can be taken with paracetamol. However, when taken together paracetamol can increase the antidepressant effect of Flydep 20 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 Flydep 20 Tablet with birth control pills?
Flydep 20 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 Flydep 20 Tablet addictive?
No, Flydep 20 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 Flydep 20 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 Flydep 20 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 Flydep 20 Tablet during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine.
Products for Flydep
Flydep 20 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹40
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Flydep 60mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹75
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Flydep 40mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹53
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Flydep 10mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹28
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