Fluwel Tablet

• As per CDSCO, it is used in the treatment of Depression

• Glaucoma
• A rise in intraocular fluid pressure has been reported with this medication. People with acute narrow-angle glaucoma are not advised to use it.
• Allergy
• If you're allergic to fluoxetine, don't take it. If you experience any of the following symptoms after taking this medicine: skin rash, swelling and/or itching (particularly in the face, lips, and throat), dizziness, breathing problems, and so on, seek medical help right once.
• Diabetes
• You should use fluoxetine with caution because it can affect your blood sugar levels. As a result, keep a close eye on your blood sugar levels while taking this medication.
• Liver Disease
• If you have pre-existing liver problems, you should use fluoxetine with caution because it may cause an increase in the concentration of this medicine in your blood, increasing the risk of side effects. Depending on your medical condition, your doctor may advise you to change your dose.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Confusion
• Memory impairment
• Uncoordinated body movements
• Drowsiness
• Tiredness

Other General Warnings

• You get suicidal thoughts
• You get abnormal bleeding
• You experience altered appetite and weight
• You experience withdrawal symptoms
• You suffer from hyponatremia (low blood sodium levels)

• Follow your doctor's directions for this medication's dosage and duration.
• Take the medicine at once.
• It must not be chewed, crushed, or broken in any way.
• Fluwel Tablet can be taken with or without meals.
• It's suggested to take it every day at the same time.

Overdose

Missed a Dose

How Does It Work?

Interactions with other medicines

• When Taking Digoxin
• When Fluwel was given, increased digoxin concentrations were noted, notably in the elderly (>65 years of age). If you are receiving both fluwel and digoxin watch for signs and symptoms of digoxin toxicity (Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, Confusion. Irregular pulse).
• Azole antifungal agents
• When using this medication, azole antifungal medicines like ketoconazole and itraconazole should be avoided due to the possibility of elevated medicine concentrations in the body, which can produce drowsiness and ECG abnormalities. Your doctor might prescribe some other medicine or alter the dosage regimen of Fluwel.
• Antihypertensives
• If these medicines are taken together, you may suffer hypotensive symptoms such as dizziness and lightheadedness. Blood pressure should be checked on a regular basis.