Oxetin 20 mg (Capsule)

Unit Price: ৳ 2.90 (50's pack: ৳ 145.00)

Medicine Details

Indications

  • Depressive illness
  • Bulimia nervosa
  • Obsessive compulsive disorder

Pharmacology

Selective inhibition of serotonin reuptake

Dosage & Administration

  • Initial dose of 20mg/day
  • Maximum dose of 80mg/day
  • Maintenance dose of 60mg/day for bulimia nervosa
  • Not recommended for use in children

Interaction

  • MAO inhibitors may cause serious reactions
  • Antidepressants may have increased plasma levels
  • Potential interactions with lithium, antipsychotics, anticonvulsants, and CNS active drugs

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to Fluoxetine
  • Concomitant use with MAOIs or within 14 days of discontinuing Fluoxetine
  • At least 5 weeks washout period before starting MAOI

Side Effects

  • Gastrointestinal issues like nausea, vomiting, dry mouth
  • Neurological effects like anxiety, insomnia, fatigue
  • Excessive sweating and skin rashes

Pregnancy & Lactation

Caution advised for use in pregnancy and nursing women

Precautions & Warnings

  • Caution in patients with impaired hepatic or renal function
  • Use with caution in diabetic subjects and those with epilepsy
  • Close supervision for depressed patients with suicidal tendencies

Therapeutic Class

Phenothiazine related drugs

Storage Conditions

Protect from light and moisture, keep below 30°C

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