Fluoxetine Hcl - Fluoxetine - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Fluoxetine Hcl.
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Read Before Using Fluoxetine Hcl (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Certain medications taken with this product could result in serious, even fatal, drug interactions.
• Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (for example, furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) within 2 weeks, and avoid taking thioridazine within 5 weeks, before or after treatment with this medication.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist for additional information.
• This drug is not recommended for use with.

Fluoxetine Hcl Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

Medicinal Applications

• Fluoxetine is used to treat depression, bulimia (an eating disorder), obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD), panic disorder, and severe symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder-PMDD).
• This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, headache, trouble sleeping, dry mouth, drowsiness, sweating, or upset stomach may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include.

Fluoxetine Hcl Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor your progress.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Other Medicinal Applications

• This medication has also been used to treat panic attacks, obesity, and alcoholism.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication by mouth usually once daily in the morning, with or without food; or as directed by your doctor.
• The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
• Some medical conditions may require a different dosing schedule (for example, twice daily in the morning and at noon) as determined by your doctor.
• Take this medication exactly as prescribed.
• It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well.
• Also, do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
• It may take up to 4 weeks before the full benefit of this drug takes effect.