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A 26-year-old male asked:

I just started prozac 20mg 3 days ago, i switched from duloxetine 30mg for my gad and panic disorder and ive been feel anxious and panic and lightheadedness and dizziness is this normal in the beginning, i already tried zoloft and cipralex an buspar?

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Dr. Donald Colantino
Internal Medicine 63 years experience
I wonder if you tried getting help from a mental health professional who specializes in cognitive therapy including stress management coaching. I do feel that you're experiencing side effects of prozac and perhaps a starting lighter dose of 10 mgs may be better tolerated and, if necessary, be gradually titrated up by your prescribing MD.
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Dr. Harold Fields
Family Medicine 63 years experience
See your prescribing doctor as you may require a change or an addition to your medication. Good Luck
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Last updated May 10, 2022

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