Question 1

is it safe to take prozac and pamelor (nortriptyline) together at low doses?

Accepted Answer

At low: Doses should be safe, one is a tricyclic, the other works on serotonin.

Question 2

this is for a psychiatrist. which drug has more of an effect on serotonin,nortriptyline or an ssri like prozac (fluoxetine). please explain, thanks?

Accepted Answer

SSRI: SSRI drugs are designed specifically to block the reuptake of serotonin  in the appropriate neurons, and thus increase the effect and length of time that serotonin has an effect, several times that is experienced in nature. Nortryptiline is an tri-cyclic antidepressant that has affinity for serotonin receptors, but does not affect the reuptake. Therefore SSRI drugs have greater effect

Question 3

can i take prozac (fluoxetine) with a.c.e. diet pills?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There is no problem taking any ssri antidepressant with the diet pills. These appear to contain caffeine and cocoa, which can increase anxiety. But they do not react with medicines like prozac (fluoxetine). If you take Prozac (fluoxetine) for anxiety, though, be aware of the amount of caffeine you use.

Question 4

stopped taking prozac (fluoxetine) 5 weeks ago is it safe to now take sam-e?

Accepted Answer

Yes it is: If off Prozac (fluoxetine) for a whole month, it would  be safe to try sam-e.  However, i'd still suggest working with a psychiatrist while doing so, since sam-e does not have the same kind of track record of effectiveness behind it as antidepressants do.  Also, psychotherapy is a big part of the treatment of anxiety and depression.  Ideally, you want an integrative psychiatrist who's familiar w/sam-e.

Question 5

took 10mg of prozac (fluoxetine) for 9 days been off it for 3 days..can i now take sam e?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Prozac (fluoxetine)'s half life is 7 days. After 3 days off durg, your Prozac (fluoxetine) level in the blood is still close to plateau for 10mg prazac.

Question 6

is it safe to take ashwaganda with prozac?

Accepted Answer

Ashwaganda: Ashwaganda usually well tolerated and shouldn't cause a problem with the Prozac.  Examine.com recommends that it may help.  Highly recommend that you try to find a naturopathic doctor OR search for a medical professional knowledgeable about "complimentary and alternative medicine" (search those specific terms) and get them to review your situation.

Question 7

is it safe to take nortriptyline  with meloxicam?

Accepted Answer

Yes, OK together: Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis. It reduces pain, swelling, and stiffness of the joints. Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Nortriptyline is used to treat anxiety and depression. Nortriptyline may be used for neuropathic pain in adults. Best regards for relief.

Question 8

can i take take percocet  and prozac (fluoxetine)?

Accepted Answer

NO interaction, but: There is no significant interaction between the two medicines, but unexpected reaction can occur with any drug either use as a single therapy or in combination. Follow your doctor's recommendation and use the smallest effective dose for the shortest time possible/needed. Inform your doc if you take any other meds or herbal supplements. Good luck.

Question 9

can you take tramadol while on prozac (fluoxetine)?

Accepted Answer

Tramadol &prozac: No you can not take them together as it can cause serotonin syndrome which is serious and potentialy fatal due to hyper stimulation of 5 ht1a recepters.

Question 10

can i take a laxative while on prozac (fluoxetine)?

Accepted Answer

No problem with most: Most over the counter laxatives are fine with prozac, (fluoxetine) which may have a mild laxative effect of its own!

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