Fluoxetine-Canon is an antidepressant that belongs to the group of selective serotonin neurotransmitter reuptake inhibitors. This drug is one of the cheapest and most effective. Two weeks after the start of the treatment, a noticeable therapeutic effect develops. The manufacturer of the drug is the domestic pharmacological factory "Canonpharm Production". The article provides feedback on the effect of the drug, and also lists indications, contraindications and possible side effects from taking the drug.
"Fluoxetine": instructions for use and reviews
The price of the drug is very attractive. This is one of the cheapest antidepressants. Moreover, it does lead to remission even in complicated depressive conditions. The manual reports that Fluoxetine-Canon (reviews confirm this information) is well tolerated, and if side effects occur in the first weeks of administration, they can be quite easily leveled with tranquilizers. After a few weeks, as a rule, side effects completely disappear.
Reviews report that Fluoxetine-Canon is a truly miraculous drug. People who have lived in the “personal hell” of their own depression for years are once again beginning to feel a taste for life. This action is achieved due to the fact that the use of the drug restores normal brain biochemistry, binding serotonin and leading to its normal and, in some cases, even increased concentration.
Composition and form of release
The main active ingredient of the drug is fluoxetine hydrochloride. This substance is also the main one in a number of other drugs - Prozac, Fluoxetine-Acre, etc. All these drugs have powerful antidepressant effects.
Release form - capsules. "Fluoxetine-Canon" - a preparation in the form of gelatin capsules, which contain powder inside. It is recommended to take the whole capsule - you can not open them and try to use it in a way other than oral.
Manufacturer and storage conditions
The manufacturer of the drug is Canonfarm Production. This is a large pharmaceutical concern, which has established itself as a reliable manufacturer of drugs.
Capsules should be stored in a dark place, at a temperature not exceeding 25 degrees. Otherwise, he may lose his healing properties partially or completely. Once the expiration date has expired, the use of an antidepressant is strictly prohibited. All consequences of the use of the medicine after the expired shelf life are the responsibility of the patient.
Indications for use
Instructions for use and reviews of "Fluoxetine-Canon" report that the drug is effective in the presence of the following diagnoses:
- depressive disorders of varying severity and etiology;
- anxiety depressive disorder;
- manic-depressive psychosis - use is possible as part of complex therapy;
- bulimic neurosis;
- obsessive-compulsive disorder;
- premenstrual syndrome in women;
- panic attacks of mental etiology.
Often in psychiatry prescribed "Fluoxetine" as part of complex therapy. The fact is that taking an antidepressant should be carried out for many months. If you drink the medicine for a couple of weeks, then the therapeutic effect can not be expected. Moreover, it does not matter what exactly the active substance of the antidepressant is - whether it is fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline or others - the reception should be lengthy. Gradually, the synapses of neurotransmitters get used to large portions of serotonin, the patient's condition becomes stable. after this, you can gradually stop taking the drug.
To buy the drug in a pharmacy, a prescription from a psychiatrist is required. However, many unscrupulous pharmacists dispense Fluoxetine without a prescription. If the patient takes the drug on his own, then there is a high risk of side effects, especially in the first weeks of administration. Even if you were sold Fluoxetine without a prescription from a doctor, think carefully before taking the medicine - this is a big risk, since a qualified psychiatrist or psychotherapist must monitor the reaction to the drug.
Recommended Dosages
For depressive and anxiety disorders, the recommended dosage is 20 mg in the morning. At the same time, relief is observed from about the second or third week of admission.
With bulimic neurosis, you should start taking the drug at 20 mg, then from the second or third week increase the dosage to 40 mg. If remission does not occur, then the maximum dosage can be achieved - 60 mg per day, divided into three doses. This is the maximum daily dosage, and if it does not cause a therapeutic effect, then the drug should be changed.
In premenstrual syndrome, 20 mg should be taken in the morning, starting 10-12 days before PMS. This is the optimal scheme that allows you to minimize the risk of side effects and get rid of the severity of unpleasant symptoms of PMS.
Contraindications
The composition of "Fluoxetine-Canon" is not as harmless as it might seem. The active substance is toxic to the liver if the patient has chronic diseases of this organ. If the liver is healthy and there is no violation of the outflow of bile, then you can safely start taking the drug.
"Fluoxetine-Canon" is not recommended for delirium tremens, acute psychotic conditions. If such conditions have developed while taking the pills, then you should consult your treating psychiatrist about the advisability of changing the therapy.
Possible side effects
Fluoxetine-Canon can cause the following side effects:
- dry mouth and constant thirst;
- weight loss up to anorexic values, since lack of appetite and a sharp surge of energy makes the patient immune to the usual feeling of appetite;
- severe headache is characteristic of some patients in the first days of admission;
- mild tremor of the extremities - usually appears with an overdose of the drug;
- nausea when taking an empty stomach tablet;
- motor disinhibition;
- decreased attention;
- serotonin syndrome (if the instructions are not followed and the dosages are exceeded, as well as when "Fluoxetine" is combined with some psychoactive drugs and substances).
Patients note that side effects are most pronounced in the first days and weeks of admission. After a month or two, after the body adapts to dosages, side effects disappear. after this, you can refuse the parallel intake of tranquilizers and sedatives that stop the side effects of Fluoxetine-Canon. Reviews about the drug report that for the sake of the therapeutic effect that the drug gives, people are ready to endure side effects at the beginning of the course of treatment.
Interaction with other medicines
"Fluoxetine-canon" enhances the therapeutic effect of hypoglycemic drugs, drugs with diazepam in the composition.
"Fluoxetine-Canon" is able to increase the plasma level of maprotiline, a number of tricyclic antidepressants, phenytoin about 2 times.
When conducting ECT with antidepressant therapy with fluoxetine in the composition, epileptic seizures may occur.
MAO inhibitors during treatment with "Fluoxetine" significantly increase the likelihood of serotonin syndrome.
With the simultaneous administration of alcoholic beverages with tablets, the toxic effect of ethyl alcohol on organs and the nervous system is enhanced.
Slimming Reviews
Many girls buy this antidepressant for one purpose - losing weight. They do not suffer from depressive and anxiety disorders. Why is "Fluoxetine" taken to lose weight? The fact is that with an excess of serotonin in the body, a person's appetite disappears. As a result, in a short time you can get rid of five or more kilograms.
Of course, not a single psychiatrist will prescribe an antidepressant without proper evidence. As a result of self-administration of psychotropic drugs, the condition may worsen. A girl who just wants to lose weight and therefore decided to take Fluoxetine is very at risk for her own health: she may begin to have serious problems with sleep, mental state. Therefore, it is better not to experiment with psychotropic drugs. Despite the fact that reviews of “Fluoxetine-Canon” report that people with this drug really quickly lose weight, taking psychotropics without indications is strictly prohibited.
Reception reviews for depressive conditions
Depressive and anxious conditions have become a real epidemic of our century. More and more people are losing interest in life, burn out professionally, do not find the strength to live and love. In this case, antidepressants come to the rescue, restoring a person's taste for life. The main indication for the use of Fluoxetine-Canon is a depressive disorder.
Reviews about the drug report that it is quite effective in combating depression of various etiologies. Whether it is endogenous, reactive, or post-alcohol depression. It is important to follow the rules of admission. In particular, never take alcohol with Fluoxetine. Reviews report that even a single alcohol abuse nullifies the entire treatment, and the symptoms of the depressed state return. Also, against the background of treatment, you need to try to normalize your lifestyle - go to bed on time, change the diet, go in for sports. All these habits will be very easy to instill during treatment with “Fluoxetine”. A person becomes different: against the background of antidepressant treatment, his character gradually changes. Psychoticism, anger and irritability go away. Those phenomena that previously caused bouts of despair and anger, after therapy generally cease to excite the patient.
Reception Reviews for Anxiety Disorders
In anxiety disorders, psychiatrists are relatively rarely prescribed this antidepressant. Since it refers to stimulating the nervous system, in some cases it can even increase anxiety. As a rule, the doctor prescribes a prescription for "Fluoxetine" in the event that anxiety is accompanied by depressive moments.
For anxiety disorders, tranquilizers are also prescribed in parallel, and in especially severe cases, even antipsychotics. This helps the patient smoothly normalize their condition and return to normal life.
Testimonials from patients with anxiety disorder confirm that the use of the drug helps. Although not immediately, but the condition gradually returns to normal. To stop side effects in the first weeks of therapy, Atarax, Sonapax and other mild antipsychotics or tranquilizers can be used.