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If one gets startedon prozac (fluoxetine) and stops immediately would this lead to increased vulnerability to changes in brain balance leading to more meds?
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Prozac (fluoxetine): Unless advised by your physician you should not stop Prozac (fluoxetine) if you have anxiety or depression it will help your brain and hormones.
Answered 5/28/2016
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Prozac (fluoxetine): You should not stop Prozac (fluoxetine) abruptly as you can negative reactions. If you are discontinuing consult with your doctor for a healthy plan to titrate over time. Depending how long you have been on this medication it can take several weeks to discontinue without symptoms. My best.
Answered 5/28/2016
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