Deprozet 20mg Capsules 30’s
KSh 690.00
Deprozet is a medication for depression and anxiety. It contains 20mg, of Fluoxetine Hydrochloride. It is used to treat major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and related mood issues by increasing serotonin levels in the brain.
Anti-Psychotics
Suggested Use
Deprozet is used to treat:
- Major depressive disorder
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Bulimia nervosa
The dosage of Deprozet differs based on the person and the condition. It’s crucial to follow your doctor’s directions precisely.
Warning
- Avoid use if there is a known allergy to fluoxetine or other SSRIs.
- Antidepressants increase the risk of suicidal thinking and behaviour in children, adolescents, and young adults with major depressive or other psychiatric disorders.
- Avoid concurrent use with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or within 14 days of stopping an MAOI. Interaction with MAOIs can cause serotonin syndrome, which may be life-threatening.
- Pregnancy and Lactation: Use only if necessary, as fluoxetine may pose risks during pregnancy and can pass into breast milk.
- Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase certain side effects of fluoxetine.
- Common side effects include insomnia, nausea, fatigue, headache, and dry mouth. Rare but severe side effects may include serotonin syndrome, seizures, and abnormal bleeding.