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Fluoxetine: Uses, Dosage and Side Effects<\/strong><\/p>\n

$\"Fluoxetine:$ <\/p>\n\n

Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Fluoxetine and its primary metabolite, norfluoxetine, inhibit serotonin reuptake in the brain, leading to antidepressant effects<\/strong> and an increase in motor activity thresholds.<\/li>\n
Additionally, it inhibits noradrenaline reuptake to a minor degree, but it is regarded a specific serotonin reuptake inhibitor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Uses of Fluoxetine<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Initially authorised as a veterinary product for the treatment of canine separation anxiety<\/strong> in conjunction with a behaviour modification plan.<\/li>\n
Also used for the treatment of a broader range of anxiety-related conditions<\/strong>, including compulsive disorders and some forms of aggression in dogs.<\/li>\n
Fluoxetine has been used to treat urinary discharge and other anxiety-related behavioural issues<\/strong>, such as psychogenic alopecia<\/strong> and certain forms of aggression, in cats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Dose of Fluoxetine in Dogs and Cats<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Dogs: <\/strong><\/p>\n
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1\u20132 mg\/kg p.o. q24h.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Cats: <\/strong><\/p>\n
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0.5\u20131.0 mg\/kg p.o. q24h.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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