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F 20 Tablet
Product introduction
F 20 Tablet helps many people to recover from depression by improving their mood and relieving anxiety and tension. It is also used to treat bulimia nervosa (an eating disorder), where it reduces binge-eating and purging (vomiting).
The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. Your doctor may start you on a lower dose and increase it gradually.
Do not change the dose or stop taking it without talking to your doctor, even if you feel well.
Doing so may make your condition worse or you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms (anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, dizziness, sleep disturbances, etc).To get the most benefit, take this medicine regularly at the same time each day.
It may take a few weeks before you start feeling better. Let your doctor know if you do not see any improvement even after 4 weeks.
Some common side effects of F 20 Tablet include nausea, indigestion, dry mouth, fatigue, loss of appetite, increased sweating, sinusitis, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), yawning, and abnormal dreams.
Sexual side effects like decreased sexual drive delayed ejaculation, and erectile dysfunction may also be seen. Let your doctor know straight away if you develop any sudden worsening of mood or any thoughts about harming yourself.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, heart problems, or glaucoma. These may affect your treatment.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Some other medicines may affect the way it works, especially other antidepressants and medicines called MAO inhibitors.
Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe.
- Treatment of Depression
- Treatment of Obsessive-compulsive disorder
- Treatment of Panic disorder
Usage of F 20 Tablet
Side effects of F 20 Tablet
- Loss of appetite
- Depression
- Low sexual desire
- Nausea
- Sore throat
- Sweating
- Tremors
- Weakness
- Yawning
- Abnormal dreams
- Delayed ejaculation
- Dryness in mouth
- Erectile dysfunction
- Indigestion
- Influenza like syndrome
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Nervousness
- Sleepiness
- Sinus infection
How to use F 20 Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. F 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Functionality of F 20 Tablet
F 20 Tablet 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 and obsessive disorders.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with F 20 Tablet.
Pregnancy
F 20 Tablet 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. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
F 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
F 20 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
F 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of F 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
F 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of F 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Name: Midas Healthcare Ltd
Address: Registered Office:, 103-104, Mahajan Tower, Plot No.7, LSC, Shreshtha Vihar, Delhi - 110092
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver the product. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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