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Side Effects of Fluoxetine-4

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Fluoxetine as follows: Gastrointestinal side-effects Fluoxetine use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting, especially when taken on empty stomach. Taking dose of fluoxetine with a glass of water, after having some food or a snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. Fluoxetine can also induce diarrhea. Proper hydration measures and compliance with daily fluid intake and [...]

Side Effects of Fluoxetine-3

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Fluoxetine as follows: Central nervous system side-effects Fluoxetine can induce some dizziness and make one drowsy. Starting the medication at a low dose, watching for the response, and gradually changing the dose, to help optimum control of your symptoms, can contribute to controlling/reducing the risk for drowsiness and dizziness due to the medication. If the dizziness becomes bothersome, report it to your physician and other health [...]

Side Effects of Fluoxetine-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Fluoxetine as follows: Cardiovascular side-effects Fluoxetine carries the risk of lowering the blood pressure. Hypotension, secondary to fluoxetine intake, can lead to episodes of confusion and dizziness, thus increasing the risk for fall and accidents. Fluoxetine also carries the risk of causing and/or aggravating cardiac arrhythmias, leading to severe debility and death. Individuals can present with episodes of chest pain, rapid heart rate, palpitations, dizziness, and [...]

Side Effects of Fluoxetine-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Fluoxetine as follows: General allergic reactions Fluoxetine use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response with fluoxetine, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Amitriptyline-6

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking amitriptyline as follows: Amitriptyline takes some time to fairly balance the chemicals in the brain, before any improvement in mood and behavior are noted. It could take about 3 - 6 weeks to see this change in mood. So, do not discontinue taking the medication without consulting your physician, as you failed to see the improvement with depressive symptoms immediately after taking the medication. Amitriptyline [...]