A 28-year-old female asked:
Is prozac (fluoxetine) and valerian root ok to take together?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Leslie Wynne iiianswered
38 years experience
Yes: Valerian is an herbal preparation, often used for sleep. It should be perfectly safe if one is also taking Prozac.
59 viewsAnswered Jul 21, 2020
Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 26 years experience
Interactions: Although Prozac and Valerian are often used together, there is potential for them to interact with increase in potential side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, & difficulty concentrating. This is per the Drugs.Com drug interaction checker.
58 viewsReviewed Jul 28, 2020
Last updated Jul 28, 2020
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