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Brand Name: Prozac

Generic Name: Fluoxetine

Primary Use: Depression, Panic disorder, OCD, Bulimia Nervosa

Dosage Forms:
  • Oral capsules of 10mg, 20mg, 30mg, 40mg and 60mg
  • Dispersible tablet of 20mg
  • Oral solution of 20mg/5mL
  • Delayed release capsule of 90mg
Common Side Effects:
  • Insomnia
  • Panic attacks
  • Anxiety
  • Sore throat
  • Hives
  • Shortness of breath
  • Pounding heart
  • Sudden dizziness
  • Headache, slurred speech, vomiting,
  • Weakness, tremors, confusion, sweating
  • Muscle stiffness
  • Fever
  • Agitation, hallucinations
  • Strange dreams
How long should it be taken?

Use for 6 months to a year after the alleviation of symptoms of the primary disease.

Most common consequences of long-term use:
  • Sexual dysfunction
  • Weight gain
  • Sleep disturbances.
Effectiveness:
  • According to research, Prozac is relatively safer and has better efficacy to treat indicated disorders.
  • Prozac is well tolerated among elderly and pregnant populations, according to research.
 
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