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Trextin 10mg Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

FLUOXETINE-10MG

Uses:

Depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Bulimia nervosa (eating disorder) 

Medicinal Benefits:

Trextin 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of antidepressant medicines called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. Trextin 10mg Tablet is used to treat major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), bulimia nervosa (eating disorder), and panic disorder with or without agoraphobia. Trextin 10mg Tablet works by inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin by nerves, a mood-enhancing chemical messenger in the brain which communicates between brain cells. This helps in an increase in serotonin concentrations in the nerve synapse, thereby helps in regulating mood and treats depression. Trextin 10mg Tablet may also be used to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder (a severe form of premenstrual syndrome). Trextin 10mg Tablet has fewer unwanted effects than other antidepressant drugs. Trextin 10mg Tablet is used in combination with other drugs to treat bipolar disorder and treatment-resistant depression.

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Trextin 10mg Tablet works by inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin by nerves, a mood-enhancing chemical messenger in the brain which communicates between brain cells. This helps in an increase in serotonin concentrations in the nerve synapse, thereby helps in regulating mood and treats depression.

Trextin 10mg Tablet may cause weight loss due to loss of appetite. Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain a healthy weight. Please consult your doctor if you experience fluctuations in weight while taking Trextin 10mg Tablet.

Do not discontinue Trextin 10mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it could lead to withdrawal effects. To treat your condition effectually continue taking Trextin 10mg Tablet for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Trextin 10mg Tablet; the doctor may reduce the dose gradually.

Trextin 10mg Tablet may cause decreased sex-drive, problems with erection and orgasm. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Trextin 10mg Tablet. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.

Please consult your doctor before taking Trextin 10mg Tablet if you have glaucoma as it might cause increased pressure in the eye.

Consult tour doctor before taking Trextin 10mg Tablet if you are diabetic as it might fluctuate blood glucose levels. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised if you are taking Trextin 10mg Tablet. Talk to your doctor if you experience fluctuations in blood sugar levels.

Trextin 10mg Tablet might increase the risk of bone fractures. Talk to your doctor before taking Trextin 10mg Tablet if you have osteoporosis. Consult your doctor if you experience bone pain.