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Prodep 20 mg

Capsule

Generic: Fluoxetine Hydrochloride

Sun Pharmaceutical (Bangladesh) Ltd.

Therapeutic Class: Antidepressant (SSRI)

Indications

Depressive illness. Obsessive-compulsive disorder and bulimia nervosa.

Pharmacology

Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor (SSRI). It and its active metabolite have a long half-life, so the effect persists for several weeks after the last dose.

Dosage & Administration

Depression: Adult: 20 mg once daily, increased if necessary to a maximum of 60 mg daily. Obsessive-compulsive disorder: 20 mg daily, increased if necessary up to 60 mg daily. Bulimia nervosa: 60 mg daily.

Side Effects

Nausea, headache, insomnia, anxiety, reduced appetite, diarrhoea, tremor and sexual dysfunction.

Precautions & Warnings

To be used only on the prescription of a registered physician. May impair alertness; take care when driving. Should not be stopped abruptly without medical advice. Watch for suicidal thoughts at the start of treatment; use with caution in epilepsy, diabetes, bleeding disorders and hepatic impairment.

Contraindications

Use together with or within 14 days of an MAOI (an MAOI must not be started until at least 5 weeks after stopping fluoxetine) and hypersensitivity to fluoxetine.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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