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Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S

Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S

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Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S

Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S 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.

Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S 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 Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S 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. Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S 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 Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not take Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S 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 Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S. Also, inform your doctor about diabetes and pulmonary insufficiency before taking Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S.

Uses of Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S

Depression.

Medicinal Benefits

Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S 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.

Directions for Use

Take Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S 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. Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S

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

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not take Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S 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 Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S. Also, inform your doctor if you have diabetes and pulmonary insufficiency before taking Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S. 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 Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S may have interaction with any other medicines like cardiac-glycosides (digoxin), anti-coagulant(warfarin), anti-psychotic (haloperidol, diazepam),anti-histamines(cimetidine), antiparkinson drugs (levodopa), anti-depressant (lithium, phenelzine, selegiline, aminophylline, imipramine), anti-mycobacterial (rifampicin, isoniazid).

Drug-Food Interaction: Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid consuming alcohol while taking Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S as it may increase side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, or difficulty in concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have closure-angle glaucoma, myasthenia gravis(muscle weakness), pulmonary insufficiency, kidney/liver problems, diabetes, cardiac diseases, bleeding disorders, and epilepsy, inform your doctor before taking Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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

Habit Forming

Yes

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.

Special Advise

  • Do not take Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S for a prolonged time as it may lead to mental or physical dependence on Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S.

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.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Crown Heights ,709,7th Floor, Near Rithala Metro Station, Opp. JIMS College., Sector-10, Rohini-110085. New Delhi
Other Info - FAS0109

FAQs

Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S 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.
Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S 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, Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S may cause mental or physical dependence if used for a prolonged time. Therefore, take Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S only in dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
No, you are not recommended to take Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S with codeine as co-administration of these medicines may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, and coma. However, before using Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S 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 Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S as it may increase the risk of drowsiness and other adverse effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S 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 Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Caution

Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. It is an offence to drive if Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S affects you. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy or experience any vision problems after taking Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S.

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Liver

Caution

Take Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S 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 Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S with caution, especially if you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney disease. Please consult your doctor before taking Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S. Your doctor may adjust the dose if necessary based on your condition.

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Children

Caution

Fastgen Plus Tablet 10'S should not be used by children, as efficacy and safety have not been established.