Oxetin
Oxetin contains Fluoxetine, which is a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the activity of serotonin, a neurotransmitter in the brain, which helps improve mood, sleep, appetite, and energy levels, while decreasing anxiety, fear, and compulsive behaviors.
Dosage by Body Weight
The typical starting dose for adults is 20 mg orally once daily, usually in the morning. The dosage may be gradually increased by a physician up to a maximum of 80 mg daily depending on the clinical response and tolerability. For children aged 8 years and older, the typical starting dose is 10 mg to 20 mg daily.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Do not administer
- Tracking Notes
- Fluoxetine is not approved for infants or toddlers.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Do not administer
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Do not administer
- Tracking Notes
- Not recommended as pediatric clinical studies are limited to children aged 8 years and older.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only under strict specialist supervision
- Tracking Notes
- Typically not recommended. Only considered if specifically prescribed by a pediatric psychiatrist for severe conditions.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 10 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Only for pediatric patients aged 8 years and older with severe OCD or depression, strictly under specialist supervision.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Contraindicated | Do not administer | Fluoxetine is not approved for infants or toddlers. |
| 5-7 kg | Contraindicated | Do not administer | Safety and efficacy have not been established for this weight range. |
| 8-10 kg | Contraindicated | Do not administer | Not recommended as pediatric clinical studies are limited to children aged 8 years and older. |
| 11-15 kg | Not routine | Use only under strict specialist supervision | Typically not recommended. Only considered if specifically prescribed by a pediatric psychiatrist for severe conditions. |
| 16-20 kg | 10 mg | Once daily | Only for pediatric patients aged 8 years and older with severe OCD or depression, strictly under specialist supervision. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment of major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), bulimia nervosa, panic disorder, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).
Generic Name
FluoxetineScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.