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Is 10mg or prozac (fluoxetine) good to start off with? doc said start with 10mg. then take 2 week later. which be 2 pills at 20mg

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Your physician's: Recommendations are very reasonable.

Answered 9/21/2013

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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Prozac (fluoxetine) Dose: Prozac (fluoxetine) dose depends upon the severity of depression. For moderate depression, physician starts with Prozac (fluoxetine) 10mg/day and monitors benefits and side effects. Dosage can be increased after 3-4 days based upon the response.

Answered 6/30/2014

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Prozac (fluoxetine): Seems appropriate to start off with, for depression or anxiety. Inform your prescribing doctor if any side-effects occur.

Answered 12/20/2013

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