Overview
Indications
Fluoxetine tablets are indicated for the treatment of: [see Clinical Studies (14.1)]. Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). The efficacy of fluoxetine tablets in MDD was established in one 5-week trial, three 6-week trials, and one maintenance study in adults. The efficacy of fluoxetine tablets was also established in two 8- to 9-week trials in pediatric patients 8 to 18 years of age [see Clinical Studies (14.2)]. Obsessions and compulsions in patients with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). The ef
Boxed Warning
FDA Black Box Warning
[see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults in short-term studies. These studies did not show an increase in the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior with antidepressant use in patients over ag
Indications & Related Conditions
Conditions associated via SNOMED clinical relationships
Administration & Protocol
Dosing, route, and treatment protocol
Detailed dosage and administration information is available in the full FDA drug label.
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Biomarkers relevant to this intervention via related conditions
No monitoring biomarkers have been mapped yet. Biomarker-intervention linkages are derived through related conditions and will expand as the knowledge graph grows.
Research Evidence
Published studies and systematic reviews
Research data from MEDLINE/PubMed
Benefits & Expected Outcomes
Benefits, expected outcomes, efficacy data, and NNT (Number Needed to Treat) are pending physician authorship and evidence review.
Risks & Side Effects
Adverse reaction and safety data for this drug is sourced from the FDA-approved label.
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Symptoms associated with conditions this intervention addresses
No related symptoms have been mapped yet. Symptom linkages are derived through associated conditions.
Alternatives & Comparisons
Alternative treatments, comparison data, and clinical decision support are pending physician authorship.
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment plan.
Do not start, stop, or change any treatment without consulting your healthcare provider.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Substance / Medication
- Fully Specified Name
- Fluoxetine (substance)
- SNOMED CT
- 372767007
- UMLS CUI
- C0016365
- RxNorm CUI
- 4493
- Labeler
- Strides Pharma Science Limited
Clinical Data
This intervention maps to 3 entities in the Healos knowledge graph.
Data is sourced from SNOMED CT, UMLS, and the Healos clinical knowledge graph. Content sections marked as pending require physician authorship. Consult a healthcare provider before starting any treatment.