Acodac 20 Capsule - Uses, Price, Side Effects, Dosage & Interactions
What is acodac 20 capsule used for?
Acodac 20 Capsule contains Fluoxetine 20mg, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and anxiety. It works by increasing serotonin levels in the brain, improving mood and reducing symptoms. Take as prescribed, usually once daily in the morning.
- Generic Name: Fluoxetine
- Manufacturer: Accosts Remedies Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ acodac 20 capsule Uses & Benefits
Major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bulimia nervosa, panic disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder.
Off-label uses: Premature ejaculation, social anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, fibromyalgia.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Fluoxetine |
| Brand Name | Acodac 20 Capsule |
| Manufacturer | Accosts Remedies Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | Selective Seretonin Reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Selectively inhibits serotonin reuptake in the presynaptic neuron, increasing serotonin levels in the synaptic cleft.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take acodac 20 capsule
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of acodac 20 capsule
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Insomnia
- Headache
- Nervousness
- Diarrhea
- Dry mouth
- Sweating
- Sexual dysfunction
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Serotonin syndrome
- Suicidal thoughts/behavior
- QT prolongation
- Seizures
- Hyponatremia
- Bleeding abnormalities
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Angioedema
- Hepatotoxicity
- Pancreatitis
- Galactorrhea
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| MAOIs | Major | Risk of serotonin syndrome (hyperthermia, rigidity, autonomic instability) |
| Pimozide | Major | QT prolongation |
| Thioridazine | Major | QT prolongation |
| Warfarin | Moderate | Increased INR and bleeding risk |
| NSAIDs | Moderate | Increased bleeding risk |
| Triptans | Moderate | Additive serotonergic effects, risk of serotonin syndrome |
๐จ Major Interactions
- MAOIs
- Pimozide
- Thioridazine
- Linezolid
- Methylene Blue
โก Moderate Interactions
- Warfarin
- NSAIDs
- Aspirin
- CYP2D6 substrates (e.g., TCAs, antipsychotics)
- Serotonergic drugs (e.g., triptans, tramadol, St. John's Wort)
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- CYP2D6 inhibitors (e.g., quinidine)
- CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., carbamazepine)
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions; grapefruit juice may increase levels slightly.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Avoid alcohol; may increase CNS depression and hepatotoxicity risk.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to fluoxetine; concurrent use with MAOIs or within 14 days of MAOI discontinuation; concurrent pimozide or thioridazine.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Suicidal ideation, serotonin syndrome symptoms, liver function tests, renal function, ECG in elderly or cardiac patients.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; caution advised. Consider risk-benefit.
๐ Overdose Management
Activated charcoal, supportive care; monitor ECG, vital signs; no specific antidote; consider benzodiazepines for seizures.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.