Fluoxetine Capsules are indicated for the treatment of separation anxiety in conjunction with a behavior modification plan. Fluoxetine may be beneficial for the treatment of canine and feline aggression behaviors (and other compulsive behaviors) and anxiety.How it Works

Fluoxetine attacks chemicals within the brain that may cause obsessive-compulsive behavior, anxiety, panic, or depression.

Special Precautions

Fluoxetine should not be administered to pets:

• With a history of seizures. or in pets that are on medications that lower the seizure threshold
• Who are allergic to fluoxetine
• Taking MAOIs
• Under the age of 6 months

Administer with caution to pets:

• Who are lactating or pregnant
• With severe liver disease
• With diabetes mellitus

Overdose Information

Contact your closest animal hospital

Side Effects

It should be fully understood that any time an anti-anxiety drug is being administered, a phenomenon called "disinhibition" is a possibility. This means that the animal's inhibitions regarding aggressive behavior could be reduced when anxiety about the consequences of these behaviors is removed. An animal who previously showed no signs of aggression may become aggressive on such medications.

The most frequently reported adverse reaction of fluoxetine is lethargy or drowsiness. Other potential reactions include reduced appetite and stomach upset.

Storage

Store in a dry and cool environment.

Tips

If you skip a dose, administer it when you remember. However, if it is close to the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and give it at the next scheduled time, and return to the regular dosing schedule. Never give your pet two doses at once or administer extra doses.