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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Midas Health Care

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About F&A Forte SR Tablet 1

F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 belongs to the class of medications called ‘antidepressants' primarily used for the treatment of depression, which is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Depression is also called a major depressive disorder or clinical depression, it affects how you feel, think and behave and can lead to various emotional and physical problems.

F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 contains a combination of two medicines called alprazolam and fluoxetine. Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine (BZD) that increases the action of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a chemical messenger that suppresses the abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain. Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that increases serotonin levels, a chemical messenger that improves mood.

Take this F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it. F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 may cause common side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, confusion, memory impairment, drowsiness, tiredness, low sexual desire, and uncoordinated body movements. These side effects do not require any medical attention and resolve on their own. If any of these effects persist, contact your doctor immediately.

If you are known to be allergic to F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not take F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, closed-angle glaucoma, cardiac diseases, bleeding disorders, epilepsy and electro-convulsive therapy before taking F&A Forte SR Tablet 1. Also, inform your doctor about diabetes and pulmonary insufficiency before taking F&A Forte SR Tablet 1.

Uses of F&A Forte SR Tablet 1

Depression.

Directions for Use

Take F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it. F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Medicinal Benefits

F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 contains a combination of two medicines called alprazolam and fluoxetine belongs to the class of medications called antidepressants, primarily used for the treatment of depression. Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine (BZD) that increases the action of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a chemical messenger that suppresses the abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain. Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that increases serotonin levels, a chemical messenger that improves mood.

Storage

stored at room temperature below 30°C

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not take F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as it may cause adverse effects on the baby. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, closed-angle glaucoma, cardiac diseases, bleeding disorders, epilepsy, and electro-convulsive therapy before taking F&A Forte SR Tablet 1. Also, inform your doctor if you have diabetes and pulmonary insufficiency before taking F&A Forte SR Tablet 1. Inform your doctor if you have a history of depression or any other mental disorder or have been hospitalized for mental illnesses or drug or alcohol addiction before taking F&A Forte SR Tablet 1.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's :
F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's 's blood levels may be significantly raised when combined with itraconazole.

How to manage the interaction:
Although combining F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's and Itraconazole may lead to an interaction, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you get extremely drowsy and your breathing becomes slow. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medication.
How does the drug interact with F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's :
The combination of F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's and Indinavir may considerably increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that there is an interaction between F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's and Indinavir, it can be used if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you have drowsiness, lightheadedness, palpitations, confusion, severe weakness, or difficulty breathing. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlprazolamCobicistat
Critical
How does the drug interact with F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's :
Co-administration of F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's with Cobicistat may considerably increase the blood levels and effects of F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's .

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that there is an interaction between F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's and Cobicistat, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you experience excessive or prolonged drowsiness or difficulty in breathing. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's :
The combination of F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's and clarithromycin may considerably increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that there is an interaction between F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's and clarithromycin, it can be used if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you have excessive drowsiness, problems with movement, memory loss, anxiety, hallucinations (illogical thoughts), or breathing issues (particularly if you have asthma or obstructive sleep apnea). Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlprazolamSodium oxybate
Critical
How does the drug interact with F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's :
Co-administration of F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's with Sodium Oxybate may increase Sodium Oxybate's adverse effects (respiratory depression, low blood pressure, fainting).

How to manage the interaction:
Although the combination of F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's and sodium oxybate may cause an interaction, they can be used if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you suffer any of the following symptoms: breathing difficulties, low blood pressure, being severely drowsy, or fainting. Avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery or performing other hazardous activities for at least 6 hours after taking a dose. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's :
Co-administration of F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's with Ceritinib may considerably increase the blood levels and effects of F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's .

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's and Ceritinib, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you experience excessive or prolonged drowsiness or difficulty in breathing. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's :
Co-administration of F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's with Ketoconazole may considerably increase the blood levels of F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's , which may result in side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's and Ketoconazole, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you experience excessive or prolonged drowsiness or difficulty in breathing. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlprazolamDelavirdine
Critical
How does the drug interact with F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's :
The combination of F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's and Delavirdine may considerably increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that there is an interaction between F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's and Delavirdine, it can be used if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you have sleepiness, dizziness, confusion, or weak or rapid breathing over a long duration of time. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlprazolamAmprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's :
Co-administration of F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's with Amprenavir may considerably increase the blood levels and effects of F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's .

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that there is an interaction between F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's and Ceritinib, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you experience excessive or prolonged drowsiness or difficulty in breathing. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's :
Concomitant use of buspirone with F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's may result in an increase in their side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking buspirone with F&A Forte SR Tablet 10's can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience signs such as slurred speech, drowsiness, confusion, severe weakness, or difficulty breathing. Avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Follow a regular sleep pattern. Do not take a nap during day time.

  • Avoid watching TV and using mobiles or laptops just before bedtime.

  • Maintain a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Avoid fried foods, high-fat dairy products, pastries, and processed foods, as they may worsen anxiety.

  • To boost your mental health, dark green leafy vegetables, in particular, are brain protective. Nuts, seeds, and legumes, such as beans and lentils, are also excellent brain foods.

  • Do regular exercise 

  • Avoid the consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness.

Side Effects of F&A Forte SR Tablet 1

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Confusion
  • Memory impairment
  • Uncoordinated body movements
  • Drowsiness
  • Tiredness
  • Low sexual desire

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDEPRESSANT

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 contains a combination of two medicines called alprazolam and fluoxetine. Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine (BZD) that increases the action of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a chemical messenger that suppresses the abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain. Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that increases serotonin levels, a chemical messenger that improves mood.

F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 may cause common side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, memory impairment, drowsiness, tiredness, low sexual desire, and uncoordinated body movements. These side effects do not require any medical attention it resolves on their own. If it persists, contact your doctor immediately.

Yes, F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 may cause mental or physical dependence if used for a prolonged time. Therefore, take F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 only in dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

No, you are not recommended to take F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 with codeine as co-administration of these medicines may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, and coma. However, before using F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 with codeine and other opioids, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dosage may be adjusted accordingly to use safely.

Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, closed-angle glaucoma, cardiac diseases, diabetes, pulmonary insufficiency, bleeding disorders, epilepsy and electro-convulsive therapy before taking F&A Forte SR Tablet 1.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DIGOXIN
  • WARFARIN
  • HALOPERIDOL
  • DIAZEPAM
  • CIMETIDINE
  • LEVODOPA
  • LITHIUM
  • PHENELZINE
  • SELEGILINE
  • AMINOPHYLLINE
  • IMIPRAMINE
  • DESIPRAMINE
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • ALCOHOL
  • ISONIAZID

Special Advise

  • Do not take F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 for a prolonged time as it may lead to mental or physical dependence on F&A Forte SR Tablet 1.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Depression: Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical condition that has a negative impact on how you feel, think, and act. It is, fortunately, treatable. Depression results in sadness and/or a loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities. Feeling sad, losing interest, changes in appetite, difficulty sleeping or sleeping excessively, loss of energy, feeling guilty, difficulty thinking, and thoughts of death or suicide are all symptoms.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 as it may increase the risk of drowsiness and other adverse effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. If the benefits are more than the potential risks, a doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor. 

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avoid breastfeeding while taking F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Caution

F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. It is an offence to drive if F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 affects you. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy or experience any vision problems after taking F&A Forte SR Tablet 1.

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Liver

Caution

Take F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose if necessary based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

Take F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 with caution, especially if you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney disease. Please consult your doctor before taking F&A Forte SR Tablet 1. Your doctor may adjust the dose if necessary based on your condition.

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Children

Caution

F&A Forte SR Tablet 1 should not be used by children, as efficacy and safety have not been established.

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