What is Fluoxetine?
Depression and anxiety in people; anxiety, aggression and compulsive behaviors in dogs and cats.
At Pharmacy on the Park, Fluoxetine is compounded in our pharmacy from a prescription, in the strength and form your prescriber orders.
How does it work?
An SSRI that increases serotonin available in the brain.
What is it used for?
Depression and anxiety in people; anxiety, aggression and compulsive behaviors in dogs and cats. Your prescriber determines the use, dose and monitoring.
How is it used?
- Flavored oral suspension. Flavored suspensions are shaken well and measured with the oral syringe we provide, then given by mouth.
- Capsule. Capsules are swallowed by mouth. For pets, a capsule can often be hidden in a small treat if your veterinarian agrees.
- Transdermal gel (PLO). Transdermal gel comes in pre-measured syringes. Wearing a glove, rub the measured amount into the hairless inner ear, alternating ears if directed.
- Chewable treat. Chewable treats are given like a snack.
- Oral liquid. Oral liquids are shaken well and measured with the oral syringe we provide.
- Tablet. Tablets are taken by mouth as directed on your label.
Follow the directions on your label. The strength, amount and schedule are set by your prescriber.
Side effects and safety
Commonly reported: Nausea, decreased appetite, sleep changes, restlessness. Call your prescriber or us about any reaction that concerns you.
Who should use caution?
Anyone taking MAO inhibitors, tramadol or other serotonin medicines; pets with seizures. Takes several weeks to reach full effect. Share your full medical history and medication list with your prescriber.
How should it be stored?
Check your label: many flavored liquids are refrigerated. Shake well before each dose. Store syringes as directed on the label, capped and away from heat. Keep treats sealed and follow the label; some are refrigerated. Check your label: some liquids are refrigerated. Shake well before each dose. Always follow the storage directions and beyond-use date on your label, and keep medications out of reach of children and pets.
Why is it compounded?
Compounding lets us prepare Fluoxetine in the exact strength your prescriber orders, in forms such as flavored oral suspension, capsule, transdermal gel (plo). Flavoring helps pets and people take it more easily. We can also leave out dyes, fillers or allergens when needed.