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Prozac is a type of antidepressant classified as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It is commonly prescribed to treat major depressive disorder (MDD), bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety, a range of panic disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as well as bulimia and binge eating disorder. It is often prescribed due to its effectiveness and relatively mild side effect profile comparted to other options.
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Prozac is considered a first-line treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD), depressive episodes affiliated with bipolar disorder, panic disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Off-label it is used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), most anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), body-dysmorphia along with other eating disorders, and premature ejaculation.
Prozac can be very effective in improving overall mood, reducing symptoms of anxiety by promoting a calmer state of mind, lowering the frequency and intensity of compulsive behaviors and intrusive thoughts associated with OCD, and helping to reduce the frequency of panic attacks. Fluoxetine has also been successful in reducing the symptoms of bulimia nervosa, such as binge eating and purging behaviors and treats symptoms caused by premature ejaculation and premenstrual dysphoric disorder.
Prozac’s most common side effect is sore throat due to inflammation in the back of the throat, gastrointestinal issues such as diarrhea, nausea, and dry mouth, decreased libido, and some experience side effects such as anxiety, weakness or lack of energy, insomnia, nervousness, yawning, and tremors. These side effects may improve over time as you adjust to the medication.
Prozac blocks the reabsorption of serotonin in the brain, which helps increase its levels in the synapse between neurons. It has little to no impact on norepinephrine or dopamine reabsorption.
The common dosing for Prozac is between 10mg to 80mg once per day. In some rare cases 120mg, if tolerated, may be necessary. Dosing depends on the patient’s specific situation and should always be discussed with their physician. Prozac has a long half life, which makes it less likely to have withdrawal symptoms, in the event that a dose is accidentally missed.
Other common names for the brand name Prozac include the generic name, Fluoxetine.
Dr. Sidawi is happy to be a part of your journey towards mental health, or at least point you in the right direction. Please either fill out the contact form below, call or email and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We are now scheduling adults age 18 and up residing in Florida for initial appointments. Unfortunately, due to laws around cash pay we cannot see patients who have Medicare or Medicaid.
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Phone: 407-900-9656
Dr. Sidawi is happy to be a part of your journey towards mental health, or at least point you in the right direction. Please either fill out the contact form below, call or email and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We are now scheduling adults age 18 to 64 residing in Florida for initial appointments. Unfortunately, due to laws around cash pay we cannot see patients who have Medicare or Medicaid.
Email: Info@AnalyzePsych.com
Phone: 407-900-9656
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