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A member asked:
Fluoxetine helps. i've been using it for over a year. is there a need to get off of it or is it okay to take long term?my family doesn't want me too.
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No Harm: If fluoxetine is helping with your symptoms, it is ok to stay on it. In medicine, we should always consider risks versus benefits. When the benefits outweighs the risks, the use of medication is well justified. Make sure you see your psychiatrist or family doctor on regular basis.
Answered 12/9/2013
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