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Is prozac (fluoxetine) used for body dysmorphic disorder?

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Yes: Prozac (fluoxetine) can be used not only for depression but for obsessive thought disorders. Body dysmorphic disorder can be fit into that category.

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/17/2016

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SSRIs for BDD: Ssris like Prozac (fluoxetine) are considered to be the medications of choice for bdd.

Dr Pappas and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 6/30/2014

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