Question 1

does the combo of (40 mg prozac (fluoxetine)  + 30 mg buspar) daily, safe and effective for gad ? my doctor recommended that for treatment gad and social phobia.

Accepted Answer

Yes., in many: That combination can be very useful for generalized anxiety disorder.  It may take 1-2 months for full effect. 
After that, dose can be adjusted if needed.  It will help even more if it is combined with therapy.

Question 2

was on pliva fluoxetine 20mg 4 a while- stopped taking when i felt better. got put back on it today but it's 30 mg of mylan fluoxetine. difference?

Accepted Answer

Well...: Yes, the dosages are different between the 2 medicines. Generic companies have to stay within a certain margin of error when it comes to producing medicines.  That said, Pliva is also a generic drug maker ... Best bet is to stay in contact with your doctor, discuss how you're doing with treatment and modify the dosage only if needed.  Hope that helps!

Question 3

how does fluoxetine work?

Accepted Answer

SSRI: Fluoxetine is the first of the "newer generation" of antidepressants developed around 1990, called selective (or specific) serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRI).  It works by increasing the amount of serotonin available at brain synapses.  Fluoxetine and other SSRIs are powerful anti-depressant and anti-anxiety agents.

Question 4

what is prozac (fluoxetine)?

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SSRI antidepresant : Its been around a while now, but pretty revolutionary when it first came out.  It is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor most commonly used to treat depression.  The ssris were a big step forward due to far less side effects than the tricyclic antidepressants that were the main treatment for depression prior to that.

Question 5

is prozac (fluoxetine) effective?

Accepted Answer

DEPENDS: For the right illness Prozac (fluoxetine) can be very effective. Indicated for depression, anxiety, panic, social anxiety, ocd, pmdd.

Question 6

does fluoxetine increases weight?

Accepted Answer

Weight Neutral: Any of the antidepressants can cause weight gain.  When Prozac (fluoxetine) was first available, it was said to be weight neutral.  If this is of concern and you are taking Prozac (fluoxetine) or thinking of taking Prozac (fluoxetine) discuss this with your doctor and see what options are available.

Question 7

how does prozac (fluoxetine) work?

Accepted Answer

Prozac (fluoxetine): It inhibits reuptake of serotonin, hence increases available serotonin which relieves symptoms.

Question 8

how do i stop prozac (fluoxetine) ?

Accepted Answer

Prozac (fluoxetine): If you mean "How do I wean myself off Prozac (fluoxetine)?" the general rule is to work with your prescribing physician to help you taper off gradually. DO NOT IMMEDIATELY STOP TAKING IT.

Question 9

what does fluoxetine do to your body?

Accepted Answer

Prozac (fluoxetine): Headaches, stomach upset, nausea, diarrhea are common. Also sexual side effects such as impotence later on.

Question 10

can i take 20mg of fluoxetine at night?

Accepted Answer

Fluoxetine Timing: Fluoxetine can be taken either in the morning or at bedtime whichever is more comfortable for you.  However, you need to  be consistent.

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Does the combo of (40 mg prozac (fluoxetine) + 30 mg buspar) daily, safe and effective for gad ? my doctor recommended that for treatment gad and social phobia.

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Was on pliva fluoxetine 20mg 4 a while- stopped taking when i felt better. got put back on it today but it's 30 mg of mylan fluoxetine. difference?

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