Elizac: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use

Use

What is elizac used for?

Elizac, or Elizac 20, is a brand of oral medicine that is available in capsule form. In this drug there is fluoxetine as the main active ingredient.

Fluoxetine itself is included in the selective serotonin uptake inhibitor (SSRI) class of antidepressants which work by increasing the amount of serotonin in the brain so that it helps maintain mental balance in users.

Elizac can be used to treat mental health conditions such as depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), bulimia, to panic attacks.

In fact, this drug can also be used to treat some of the symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disease . Symptoms include frequent mood swings, irritability, and flatulence.

This drug is included in the class of prescription drugs, so you cannot get or buy it at a pharmacy if it is not accompanied by a prescription from your doctor.

How do I use Elizac?

Here are the procedures for using Elizac that you should know, including:

• Follow the rules for using drugs that have been determined by the doctor. This includes dosage rules for drug use. The doctor will probably give the lowest dose first and slowly increase the dosage according to your condition.
• Use this drug by mouth. Usually, this medicine is taken in the morning. However, if you are using this medicine twice a day, use it in the morning and during the day.
• If you are taking this medication to treat pre-menstrual problems, your doctor will direct you to use it every day while you are menstruating, or to use it for two weeks before the day your menstrual period starts.
• You must continue to use this medication for the time set by your doctor. Do not stop using this medication before consulting your doctor. The reason is, this drug may have side effects of stopping the drug.

How to store this drug?

Apart from drug use, there are also drug storage rules that you should know, such as the following.

• Store the drug at room temperature. Do not place it too hot or too cold.
• Keep the medicine away from exposure to sunlight or direct light.
• Also keep the medicine away from damp places, such as in the bathroom.
• Do not store medicine in the freezer until it freezes.
• Keep this medication out of reach of children to pets.
• If you are using another brand of fluoxetine it may be stored differently.

If you are not using the medicine or if the medicine has expired, discard this medicine immediately. Discard this medication according to the proper disposal procedure. For example, do not dispose of this medicine together with household waste because it can pollute the environment.

In addition, do not throw the medicine in drains such as toilets. If you are unsure how to properly and safely dispose of drugs, it is better to ask a pharmacist or staff from your local waste disposal agency.

Dose

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the adult dosage for elizac?

Here is the Elizac 20 dosage recommended for adults:

Adult dosage for bulimia

• 60 milligrams (mg) taken by mouth once daily every morning.

Adult dosage for depression

• Initial dose: 20 mg orally once a day.
• The dose may be increased after a few weeks if nothing changes in your condition.
• Maintenance dose: 20-60 mg orally once a day.
• Maximum dose: 80 mg taken by mouth once a day.

Adult dosage for obsessive-compulsive disorder

• Initial dose: 20 mg taken by mouth once a day in the morning.
• The dose may be increased over a few weeks if the condition does not improve immediately.
• Maintenance dose: 20-60 mg orally once a day.
• Maximum dose: 80 mg taken by mouth once a day.

Adult dosage for panic attacks

• Initial dose: 10 mg orally once a day.
• The dose can be increased to 20 mg per day after the initial dose is used for one week.
• Maintenance dose: 20-60 mg orally once daily.
• Maximum dose: 60 mg taken by mouth once daily.

Adult dosage for premenstrual dysphoric disorder

• Usual dosage: 20 mg taken by mouth once daily while menstruating or 14 days before the estimated date your menstrual cycle starts.
• Maintenance dose: 20-60 mg per day.
• Maximum dose: 80 mg taken by mouth once a day.

What is the child's dosage for elizac?

The following are the recommended doses of elizac for children:

Child dosage for depression

For ages 8-18 years:

• Initial dose: 10-20 mg used once a day.
• The daily dose of 10 mg can be increased after one week of use to 20 mg orally once a day.

For children who are underweight:

• Initial dose: 10 mg orally once a day.
• The dose can be increased to 20 mg per day if the initial dose has been used after a few weeks but the condition does not improve immediately.
• Maintenance dose: 10-20 mg orally once a day.

Child dosage for obsessive-compulsive disorder

For ages 7-17 years:

• Initial dose: 10 mg orally once a day.
• The dose may be increased to 20 mg per day if the initial dose has been used after two weeks
• Maintenance dose: 20-60 mg orally once a day.
• Maximum dose: 60 mg taken by mouth once a day.

Dosage for children with lower body weight:

• Initial dose: 10 mg orally once a day.
• This dose may be increased after several weeks of use if the condition does not improve immediately.
• Maintenance dose: 20-30 mg orally once a day.
• Maximum dose: 60 mg taken by mouth once a day.

In what doses is this drug available?

Elizac 20 is available in capsule form with a strength of 20 mg.

Side effects

What are the possible side effects of using Elizac?

As with the use of other drugs, elizac also has a risk of side effects of use. Generally, this risk is in the form of certain health conditions.

According to Healthline, here are the risks of minor side effects that may occur due to the fluoxetine content in elizac, including:

• Dreaming strange things
• Reduced desire to have sex or difficulty having an orgasm
• Reducing appetite
• Often feel nervous and anxious
• Diarrhea
• Dry mouth
• Constipation
• Flu
• Difficulty or not being able to get an erection at all
• Experiencing sleep disturbances
• Nausea
• Sore throat
• Skin rash
• Water coming out of the nose
• Sleepy
• Sweating easily
• Tremor
• Evaporates easily

The side effects above are still relatively mild. In addition, the conditions that have been mentioned will eventually disappear over time. However, if the condition persists and gets worse, contact your doctor immediately.

On the other hand, there are quite serious side effects, such as the following.

• Agitation or irritability and can't stay still
• Hallucinations, which are hearing or seeing something that is not there
• The heart was beating very fast
• Overly reactive reflex
• High fever
• Nausea
• Gag
• Diarrhea
• Abnormal bleeding
• Mania
• Seizures
• Very low levels of sodium in the blood

If you experience these side effects, contact your doctor immediately and seek medical care. Not all risks of possible side effects are listed above. If you experience symptoms of a side effect that is not on the list, check with your doctor.

Warnings & Precautions

What to know before using Elizac?

Before you use elizac, it's a good idea to know the following things.

• Use of this medication may cause allergy symptoms, such as skin rash, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the throat and tongue.
• Do not use this medication if you have an allergy to elizac or fluoxetine as the main active ingredients.
• Tell your doctor all types of medicines you use, from prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, herbal medicines, multivitamins, to dietary supplements.
• Tell your doctor if you are taking other antidepressants such as Celexa, Cymbalta, Desyrel, Effexor, Lexapro, Luvox, Oleptro, Paxil, Paxeva, Symbax, Viibryd, and Zoloft.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
• Tell your doctor any medical conditions you have, including if you have a disease such as cirrhosis, kidney disease, diabetes, angle closure glaucoma, epilepsy, seizures, bipolar disorder, drug abuse, or suicidal thoughts.
• If you have ever felt suicidal while using this medicine, your doctor should monitor your condition regularly.

Is elizac safe to use for pregnant and lactating women?

The main ingredient in elizac, fluoxetine, can cause serious problems for newborns if the mother takes this drug while pregnant. These problems include lung problems or other complications.

This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category C according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in America or the equivalent of the Food and Drug Administration (BPOM) in Indonesia. The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:

• A = No risk,
• B = not at risk in several studies,
• C = May be risky,
• D = There is positive evidence of risk,
• X = Contraindicated,
• N = Unknown

This drug can also be released through breast milk (ASI), so it is not recommended for consumption by breastfeeding mothers. The reason is, if it comes out of breast milk, this drug may be accidentally consumed by a breastfeeding baby. If you absolutely must take this medication, ask your doctor about the potential benefits and risks first.

Interaction

What medicines can interact with elizac?

Drug interactions can increase the risk of side effects, change how your medications work, or be the best alternative treatment for your medical condition.

The following are some of the drugs that interact with elizac quite frequently, including:

• Abilify (aripiprazole)
• Adderall (amphetamine / dextroamphetamine)
• Advair Discus (fluticasone / salmeterol)
• amitriptyline
• amoxicillin
• Benadryl (diphenhydramine)
• bupropion
• buspirone
• caffeine
• Diazepam
• ibuprofen
• levothyroxine
• Lipitor (atorvastatin)
• lorazepam
• Lyrica (pregabalin)
• melatonin
• Metoprolol Succinate ER (metoprolol)
• Metoprolol Tartrate (metoprolol)
• Mucinex (guaifenesin)
• Nexium (esomeprazole)
• Norco (acetaminophen / hydrocodone)
• phentermine
• Seroquel (quetiapine)
• Synthroid (levothryoxine)
• tramadol
• Tylenol (acetaminophen)
• Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine)
• Wellbutrin (bupropion)
• Xanax (alprazolam)
• Zyrtec (cetirizine)

Tell your doctor what kind of medicine you are taking so that he can help you determine the dosage of each drug. This is important to avoid unwanted interactions.

What foods and alcohol can interact with elizac?

Apart from medications, food can also interact with elizac. If an interaction occurs, it may increase the risk of drug side effects or change the way the drug works. Therefore, there are certain foods that are not recommended to be consumed together with medicine.

Elizac should not be consumed together with alcohol. Consuming alcohol with drugs can increase one of the side effects of the drug, namely drowsiness and dizziness.

What health conditions can interact with elizac?

There are several health conditions that may interact with elizac. The interactions that occur may worsen these health conditions. However, as with other interactions, it may also increase the side effects of the drug or change the way the drug works.

You must tell all the health conditions you have so that the doctor can determine whether this drug is safe or not for you to take. The following conditions can interact with elizac, including:

• Depression
• Diabetes
• Hyponatremia
• Glaucoma
• Liver disorders (liver)
• Mania
• Seizure problems
• Lose weight

Overdose

What to do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

Symptoms of an overdose that may occur are:

• Dazed
• Headache
• The heart beats very fast or irregular
• Fever
• Fainting
• Coma
• Couldn't give a response
• Nervous

What to do if you miss a dose?

You may miss a dose of the drug by mistake. Immediately take the missed dose once you have memorized it. However, if by the time you remember, the time has shown you to take the next dose, then forget it and take the next dose according to the medication schedule. Do not use multiple doses.

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