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What are the possible side effects of drinking caffeine while on fluoxetine 20mg?
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Probably nothing: Fluoxetine (Prozac) is an SSRI medication useful for major depression and anxiety. The medication should not affect caffeine and vice versa. That being said, excessive caffeine can produce adverse effects. Also for patients with anxiety caffeine can sometimes make this condition worse. Best.
Answered 11/23/2020
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Minimal risk: If you are drinking one or two cups of coffee a day you should not be at risk of interacting with the fluoxetine. But you should not be mixing the fluoxetine with the caffeine from energy drinks or drinking excessive caffeinated beverages. Too much caffeine can increase your blood pressure and heart rate as well as make you feel anxious.
Answered 2/20/2019
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