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Just started prozac (fluoxetine).. 8 days, now on 20mg. feeling a sensation of not being able to take a deep, satisfying breath. is this a side effect?
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Depression, Prozac (fluoxetine): Prozac (fluoxetine) is a medication for treatment of depression. Sensation of not being able to take a deep satisfying breath is not a common side effect of prozac (fluoxetine). Prozac (fluoxetine) may cause anxiety, or you may have anxiety before you started Prozac (fluoxetine) could be the explanation for your concern.
Answered 5/23/2016
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Yes: Sighing is a common side effect.
Answered 10/1/2013
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