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How long does it take 4 fluoxetine 10mgs 2start working on panic attacks?

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Dr. Donald Haupt answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

3 weeks: It usually takes 3 weeks for fluoxetine to start having an effect, and often the dose needs to be raised beyond 10 mg for best effect (20-80-mg per day in most adults.

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Answered 5/8/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Panic Attacks: You are likely to begin experience benefits in several weeks.

Answered 10/28/2018

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