Formulary Monographs [FLUOXETINE, 28160420]
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FLUOXETINE
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SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS
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Depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, bulimia nervosa, premenstrual dysphoric disorder.
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The main side effect is nausea; other side effects are hypotension, CNS symptoms (headache, anxiety, nervousness, insomnia), dry mouth, anorexia and visual disturbances; weight loss (but not weight gain) has occurred during therapy. Not recommended in children 8 yrs and under.
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Usual effective dose for depression, obsessive compulsive disorder and premenstrual dysphoric disorder is 20mg/day in the morning; however, doses up to 80mg/day have been used.
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