About Prozac
Tuesday, October 23rd, 2007PROZAC (Fluoxetine Hydrochloride) is in a class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. Fluoxetine Hydrochloride affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause depression or mood disturbances, eating disorders, or obsessive or compulsive symptoms.
Why Take Prozac? (Fluoxetine Hydrochloride)
Prozac, Fluoxetine is in a class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
Most important fact about Prozac (Fluoxetine Hydrochloride)
While you are taking Prozac (fluoxetine) you may need to be monitored for worsening symptoms of depression and/or suicidal thoughts at the start of therapy or when doses are changed. This concern about the increased risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors may be greater if you are 18 years of age or younger and are using prozac - fluoxetine.
How should you take Prozac? (Fluoxetine Hydrochloride)
Prozac may be taken with or without food. Try to take fluoxetine at the same time each day. Take Prozac Weekly on the same day each week as directed by your doctor.
What prozac side effects may occur?
If you experience any of the following serious side effects with prozac, stop taking it and contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical treatment: * an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives); * an irregular heartbeat or pulse; * low blood pressure (dizziness, weakness); * high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision); * chills or fever; * unusual bleeding or bruising; * a rash or hives.
When should Prozac (Fluoxetine Hydrochloride) not be prescribed?
Before taking fluoxetine, tell your doctor if you * have liver disease; * have kidney disease; * have diabetes; * suffer from seizures; or * suffer from mania or have suicidal thoughts.