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I've been taking fluoxetine 20mg for about two and a half months and i've been feeling very tired and have long, vivid dreams. should i switch ssris?
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Prozac (fluoxetine): With such symptoms lasting that long, and assuming your medical workup was normal, yes u need to review with your prescribing doctor.
Answered 11/24/2017
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