Flunil 40 Capsule (Fluoxetine 40mg)

Price range: $30.00 through $77.00

Country of Origin	India
Dosage Form	Capsule
Generic Name	Fluoxetine
Indication	Depression
Manufacturer	Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Packaging	10 capsules in a strip
Composition	Fluoxetine (40mg)

Flunil 40 Capsule (Fluoxetine 40mg)
Pack Size	Price	Price/Unit	Add To Cart
50 Capsule/s	$30.00 (0.6/unit)	$0.6	Flunil 40 Capsule (Fluoxetine 40mg) quantity
100 Capsule/s	$56.00 (0.56/unit)	$0.56	Flunil 40 Capsule (Fluoxetine 40mg) quantity
150 Capsule/s	$77.00 (0.51/unit)	$0.51	Flunil 40 Capsule (Fluoxetine 40mg) quantity

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Description

INTRODUCTION

FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE contains Fluoxetine which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-depressants. It is used to treat major depressive episodes, obsessive-compulsive disorder (mental disorder) and bulimia nervosa (eating disorder).

Major depressive disorder is a mental health disorder characterized by a persistent and intense feeling of sadness for an extended duration of time. It mainly impacts mood, behavior and other physical functions, such as sleep and appetite.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental disorder that is associated with repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and the urge to do things over and again (compulsions).

Bulimia nervosa is a serious eating disorder that is characterized by binge eating followed by methods to avoid being overweight such as vomiting, severe exercise or fasting.

Before taking FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you have or ever had epilepsy or fits, history of mania, diabetes, liver problems, heart problems and glaucoma.

FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnancy and breastfeeding women as it may harm the unborn baby. Consult your doctor for advice.

The most common side effects of taking FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE are insomnia, headache, diarrhea, feeling sick (nausea) and fatigue. Contact your physician if any of the above side effects worsen.

USES OF FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE

Treats:

Major depressive episodes
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (mental disorder)
Bulimia nervosa (eating disorder)

HOW FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE WORKS

FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and relieves symptoms of panic and obsessive disorders.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE without consulting your doctor.

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SIDE EFFECTS OF FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE

COMMON

Insomnia
Headache
Diarrhea
Nausea
Fatigue
Not feeling hungry, weight loss
Nervousness, anxiety
Poor concentration
Sleepiness, unusual dreams, tiredness
Dizziness
Change in taste
Uncontrollable shaking movements
Blurred vision
Rapid and irregular heartbeat sensation
Flushing
Yawning
Indigestion, vomiting
Dry mouth
Rash, urticaria, itching
Excessive sweating
Joint pain
Passing urine more frequently
Unexplained vaginal bleeding
Feeling shaky or chills

UNCOMMON

Feeling detached from yourself
Strange thinking
Abnormally high mood
Orgasm problems
Teeth grinding
Muscle twitching, problems with balance or coordination
Memory impairment
Enlarged (dilated) pupils
Ringing in the ears
Low blood pressure
Shortness of breath
Nose bleeds
Difficulty swallowing
Hair loss
Increased tendency to bruising or bleeding
Difficulty passing urine
Feeling hot or cold
Abnormal liver function test results
Feeling general discomfort or illness
Memory problems

RARE

Low salt levels in the blood
Reduced platelets in the blood, decrease in white blood cells
Untypical wild behaviour
Hallucinations
Agitation
Panic attacks
Confusion
Stuttering
Aggression
Fits
Vasculitis (inflammation of a blood vessel)
Rapid swelling of the tissues around the neck, mouth, face or throat
Pain in the tube that takes food or water to the stomach
Hepatitis (inflammation of the liver)
Lung problems
Sensitivity to sunlight
Muscle pain
Producing breast milk

Stop taking FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

Self-harming thoughts
Rash or allergic reaction such as itching, swelling of face, neck, lips, tongue, mouth or throat or wheezing/shortness of breath
Restlessness and cannot sit or stand still, may have akathisia
A combination of symptoms (serotonin syndrome) including unexplained fever with faster breathing or heart rate, sweating, muscle stiffness or tremor, confusion, extreme agitation or sleepiness
Drowsiness, weakness or confusion (mostly in elderly people)
Prolonged and painful erection
Irritability and extreme agitation
Fast or irregular heart rate, collapsing, fainting or dizziness upon standing which may indicate abnormal functioning of the heart rate
Widespread rash, circular, irregular red patches on the hands and arms (Erythema Multiforme), severe skin rash with fever, redness, blisters or ulcers (Stevens-Johnson Syndrome), severe rash involving reddening, peeling and swelling of the skin resembling severe burns (Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis)
Bleeding from stomach or intestines Ex. black tarry stools, unexplained bruise or bleeding, and fever, sore throat, tiredness due to decreased blood cells
Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice) or tiredness, pain in abdomen, joints or muscles

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea or Vomiting:

Take this medicine with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil-rich or spicy foods. Contact your doctor if nausea and vomiting do not improve.

Diarrhea:

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juices to keep you hydrated. Do not take any medicine on your own for treating diarrhea. Contact your doctor if your if it persists for a long time.

Headache:

Rest and relax. Drink plenty of fluids such as water and electrolytes. Apply a pain-relieving balm on the head if necessary. Do not consume alcohol. Contact your doctor if your headache did not improve.

Dizziness or Drowsiness:

Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operate any machines while you are feeling dizzy. Do not drink alcohol, as it can aggravate your dizziness. Contact your doctor if your dizziness or drowsiness did not improve.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use especially in the last 3 months of pregnancy as it harms the unborn baby. It should be used with caution during late pregnancy or just before giving birth. Consult your doctor before taking FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE.

BREASTFEEDING

FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE will be excreted through breast milk., hence it should be used with caution if it is clearly necessary. Your doctor will lower the dose accordingly. Consult your doctor before taking FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

Do not drive or operate any machines as it may affect your judgement or coordination after taking FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE.

ALCOHOL

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE. Consult your doctor before taking.

KIDNEY

FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE.

LIVER

FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE.

ALLERGY

Do not take FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE if you are allergic to Fluoxetine or to any other ingredients of this medicine.

LUNGS

FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with lung problems. Consult your doctor before taking FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE.

HEART DISEASE

FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with heart problems or low heart rate. Consult your doctor before taking FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE.

OTHERS

Before taking FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you:

Have or ever had epilepsy or fits
Have history of mania
Have diabetes
Have glaucoma
Have ongoing ECT (electroconvulsive therapy)
Have a history of bleeding disorder

Use in pediatrics:

Your doctor will give the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor for advice before taking.

Use in geriatrics:

FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in elderly patients (above 70 years of age). Consult your doctor before taking FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:

Medicine used to treat depression (Ex. tranylcypromine, moclobemide iproniazid, nialamide, isocarboxazid, toloxatone)
Linezolid (used for bacterial infections)
Methylthioninium chloride (used to treat methaemoglobinaemia)
Selegiline (used for parkinson’s disease)
Lithium (used to mania)
L- tryptophan (used to treat premenstrual disorders)
Medicines used to treat epilepsy (Ex. phenytoin, carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine)
Medicine used as a pain killer (Ex. tramadol)
Medicine used to treat migraine (Ex. sumatriptan)
Medicine used to treat heart’s rhythm (Ex. Class IA and III antiarrhythmics like quinidine and amiodarone)
Medicine used as antipsychotics (Ex. phenothiazine derivatives like fluphenazine, pimozide, haloperidol)
Medicine used as antimicrobial agents (Ex. sparfloxacin, moxifloxacin, erythromycin IV, pentamidine)
Medicine used to treat malaria (Ex. halofantrine, mefloquine, chloroquine)
Medicines used to treat allergies (astemizole, mizolastine, mequitazine, cyproheptadine)
Medicine used for heart problems (Ex. flecainide or encainide)
Nebivolol (medicines used for high blood pressure)
Atomoxetine (medicines used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder)
Chlorothiazide (used to remove sodium and water from the body)
Desmopressin (used to reduce the amount of urine produced by the kidneys)
Medicine used for depression (Ex. imipramine, desipramine, amitriptyline and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors Ex. citalopram, escitalopram) and or St John’s wort (herbal medicine)
Medicine used to treat breast cancer (Ex. tamoxifen)
Medicine used to thin the blood (Ex. warfarin, aspirin)
Ibuprofen, diclofenac, tramadol (medicines used to treat pain)
Medicines used to treat certain mental disorders (Ex. clozapine)
Metoprolol (medicines used for heart failure)
Buprenorphine/naloxone (medicines used for opioid dependence)
Bupropion (medicines helps to stop smoking)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of FLUNIL 40MG CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage are nausea, vomiting, seizures, heart problems (ranging from irregular heartbeat with no symptoms, heart attack (cardiac arrest), lungs not working properly (pulmonary dysfunction), central nervous system (CNS) alterations (excitation and an altered level of consciousness or loss of consciousness) or coma.

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