Question 1

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 2

is prozac (fluoxetine) effective?

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

Question 3

how does prozac (fluoxetine) work?

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

Question 4

how do i stop prozac (fluoxetine) ?

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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 5

could 20mg of prozac keep you up at night?

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Possible side effect: Insomnia may occur in up to 33% of people taking Prozac.  REF:  https://www.drugs.com/sfx/prozac-side-effects.html

Question 6

can you take 200 mg of prozac (fluoxetine)?

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Prozac (fluoxetine): 20 mg., yes, not 200mg. This is the average recommended daily dose.

Question 7

what is your opinion on prozac (fluoxetine)?

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Prozac (fluoxetine): Works well for some depressed folks, fairly quick onset of action, easier to come off of.

Question 8

are sarafem and prozac (fluoxetine) the same?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Both are brand name products of fluoxitine.

Question 9

what conditions can prozac (fluoxetine) treat?

Accepted Answer

Prozac (fluoxetine): It inhibits reuptake of serotonin, hence increases available serotonin which relieves symptoms of depression, OCD, Anxiety, PMS, etc.

Question 10

will prozac (fluoxetine) make you gain weight?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily.: Some people gain weight on prozac (fluoxetine). Some people lose weight on prozac (fluoxetine). There is no significant change in weight for many people who use prozac (fluoxetine).

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