Prodep may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Pl...
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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Prodep is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE
Prodep may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Prodep is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Prodep may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Prodep should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Prodep may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Prodep 20mg Capsule
Introduction
Prodep is a type of antidepressant belonging to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) group of medicines. It is widely prescribed to treat depression and other mental health conditions like panic disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder...
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Uses of Prodep
Depression
Panic disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Bulimia nervosa
Side effects of Prodep
Common
Erectile dysfunction
Indigestion
Influenza like syndrome
Loss of appetite
Low sexual desire
Nausea
Sore throat
Sweating
Tremor
Weakness
Yawning
Abnormal dreams
Delayed ejaculation
Dryness in mouth
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nervousness
Sleepiness
Sinus infection
How to use Prodep
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Prodep may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Prodep works
Prodep is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and also relieves symptoms of panic an...
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Quick Tips
Take Prodep in the morning since it can keep you awake if taken late at night.
It may cause anxiety and agitation when you first start taking it.
It may cause weight loss and decreased appetite.
Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Prodep affects you.
Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
Inform your doctor if you experience difficulty having an orgasm or have decreased sex drive.
The addiction/dependence potential of Prodep is very less.
Do not stop taking medication suddenly without doctor consultation as that may lead to agitation, anxiety, and dysphoria.
Oral
Depression
Adult: Initially, 20 mg once daily. May gradually increase up to max 80 mg daily in 2 divided doses, if no clinical response after s...
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Child Dose
Oral
Depression
Child: >8 yr Initially, 10 mg daily, may increase to 20 mg daily after 1-2 wk.
Low wt childn: Initially, 10 mg daily, may increase...
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Renal Dose
Renal impairment: Use caution; drug accumulation may occur with severe renal impairment
Contraindication
Severe renal or hepatic failure; hypersensitivity; lactation; concomitant MAOIs or within 2 wk of MAOI withdrawal.
Mode of Action
Fluoxetine is a potent and highly selective inhibitor of serotonin (5-HT) re-uptake. No affinity for adrenoceptors or histamine, GABA-B, or muscarinic...
Pregnancy category: C
Treatment of pregnant women during the first trimester: There are no adequate and well-controlled clinical studies on the use...
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Interaction
May cause transient shift in plasma conc of tightly protein bound drugs e.g. warfarin and digoxin, resulting in adverse effects. T1/2 of diazepam is p...
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