Is anyone on Fluoxetine (Prozac)??  How good is it?  Any side effects??
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Prozac is a good antidepressant.  It does have a number of side effects that can be annoying.  Things like dry mouth, difficulty climaxing, constipation, and difficulty sleeping are common.  I found that they were side effects I could live with since it helped the depression so much.  I did feel better when my doc also added Wellbutin.  The two worked well together and I had a lot more energy.
929904
this is a good antidepressant, by the name of paxil in usa, i would recommend you to feel free to write to me and I could discuss the side effects with you, good luck
107147
I take Effexor and I love it! I feel much better. Even colors looked brighter after taking it for a few days. I did have some sexual side effects, but they went away. I also had the traditional loss of appetite, but it also went away. I didn't have any other side effects at all. Everyone experiences some differences when taking anti-depressants, but the side effects GO AWAY after about 3 months. I am happy that I chose to take them. I feel better and am actually healthier now.
75555
I am currently taking Zoloft and have been on it about a year now.  I have found it to be helpful with my depression.  Some others have mentioned difficulties with the drug, and I wanted to note that the reason there are so many anti-depressant/anti-anxiety drugs available is that people react in many different ways to different chemical combinations.  Trying different drugs is an unfortunate, but necessary, part of relieving some of these symptoms.  Another note: Many anti-depressants have been known to result in suicidal/homicidal ideation and actions in teenagers.  Teenagers seem to have a different brain chemistry than adults and react very differently to these meds.  Final note: The reason I chose Zoloft (and I chose it -- my psychiatrist is an idiot) is because it is one of the safest medications to use while nursing.  Good luck with Zoloft -- hopefully you will settle in at home and life will get better!
196421
NEVER come off meds without discussing this with your doctor!  Coming off Prozac unmonitored can lead to suicidal thoughts and even attempting suicide.  Discuss these side effects with your doctor.  There are other medications out there.
115427
I TOOK IT ALONG WITH PROZAC. I COULD'NT SLEEP, FELT NERVOUS, GAINED WEIGHT AND COULDN'T STOP SHAKING. I WOULD TELL YOUR DR YOU CAN'T SLEEP AND IF YOU ARE NOT SATISFIED WITH HIS ANSWERS OR HELP FIND ANOTHER DR.
633011
Look for Zoloft or Paxil. They are second generation SSRI's just like Prozac.
516335
It is an ssri.. meaning a seratonin reuptake inhibitor.. It simply keeps your available seratonin available.. It is not addictive.. and as far as weaning off the stuff.. well it's different for everyone.. just do a search engine of your choice for either fluoxetine.. or Prozac, same thing.. you will get the latest and greatest on the subject from any of the sites
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Yep - I've got it too.\n\nI used to take Effexor, but it killed my libido and the withdrawal effects are super-awful (I now kind of understand drug addiction - vomiting, dizziness, the whole she-bang) I took a lot, though, 150mg so that didn't help.  The med helped the anxiety a ton, though. So much that I thought I was better and decided to wean myself (bad idea - don't do it - you will be sorry 3 months later and have to spend another 3 months getting something new into your system)\n\nI am now starting Prozac.  So far the only bad side effect is I can't take it before bed or I don't sleep well.  It is too soon to tell if it is working - so it isn't helping much yet.  Hopefully soon.  \n\nGood luck.  Go to a psychiatrist - they can prescribe meds and have much more background than a family physician so they will have experience with lots of meds.
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My best friend and boyfriend's antidepressants had one of those rare side effects on him and he ended up killing himself by sticking a knife to his throat.\n\nI found him on his kitchen floor in a pool of blood and that is pretty much the worst thing that I can think of to happen to anybody. \n\nI would never wish the sight on my worst enemy... and the only reason I can even talk about it now is because I want people to be aware that anti-depressants need to be taken responsibly! Check warning labels, read the side effects, make sure you look out for signs.
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with prozac i LOST weight
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Prozac (fluoxetine hydrochloride) is a psychotropic drug for oral administration. It is also marketed for the treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (Sarafem , fluoxetine hydrochloride). It is designated (±)-N-methyl-3-phenyl-3-[(a,a,a-trifluoro-p- tolyl)oxy]propylamine hydrochloride and has the empirical formula of C17H18F3NO·HCl. Its molecular weight is 345.79.
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This is a difficult question to answer. In Australia, prozac is not recommended for use during pregancy or breast feeding. However, this is because there is a lack of data. Currently there is no information to suggest it has been dangerous for thousands of pregnant women who have taken the drug over the past 15 years during it's time on the market, apart from that in animal models. The women who have used it have shown no adverse effects but there may be some which have not yet been identified. \n\nDiscuss this with your doctor BEFORE stopping your medication. This is a personal choice you need to make. Ensure you are informed. Your doctor may feel it would be best for your health as well as your child's that you stay on the medication. Alternatively, he may also indicate you're doing well and may be safe without it. The best thing to do is not be alarmed by the comments above. Seek professional medical advice before making your decision.\n\nBest of luck!
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Fluoxetine.  Prozac is Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor.
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Prozac is a brand name drug.  It's gonna cost you about 80 bucks a month.  I would ask your doctor if he could prescribe you the generic version of Prozac, and if there is none, could he consider a generic version of a similar drug.  I myself am on the generic version of Paxil, and with my insurance, only pay $4.71 a month.
809053
I have taken celexa for years, i love it! I had no depression but severe panic disorder!  I do great with it.  as for side effects i really do not know because i have gained weight ut could be do to having kids and i am not real intrested in sex but could be because i am tired from kids all day.  it is well worth trying it though!
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i never took it (but am looking into it) but this just occured to me, some of the antidepressants i've been on caused me to be hungrier than normal, which obviously made me eat more... do you notice that you've been eating more since you've been on it? sorry if this didn't help, sometimes those things just don't cross your mind though...\nwish i could be more help!