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Can taking prozac (fluoxetine) cause shaking hands?

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Yes: SSRI's have a nasty side effect of causing agitation if you happen to be one of the unlucky ones. But before discontinuing the Prozac, (fluoxetine) check for other causes--allergies, alcohol or drug use/hangovers, localized muscle trauma, other medical issues, etc. Consult your MD before changing any medications...

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/1/2021

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