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Fluoxetine

Anti depressants

Description

Fluoxetine is an antidepressant and belongs to a group of medicines known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). This medicine works by increasing the activity of a chemical called serotonin in the brain.

Mechanism of action

In comparison to tricyclic antidepressants it is postulated that in CNS it inhibits the neuronal uptake of 5HT. It shows negligible binding to histaminergic, muscarinic, alpha-1 adregenic receptors.

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Mechanism of action

In comparison to tricyclic antidepressants it is postulated that in CNS it inhibits the neuronal uptake of 5HT. It shows negligible binding to histaminergic, muscarinic, alpha-1 adregenic receptors.

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