Prozac is selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor antidepressant medication which is indicated to deal with depression by affecting particular chemicals in the brain. When such chemicals are unbalanced they provoke a range of psychological disturbances such as panic,depression, anxiety, or obsessive-compulsive symptoms.
This antidepressant is indicated for the management of depression, eating disorders panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, such as bulimia, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder.
In some cases Prozac is taken along with Olanzapine (brand name Zyprexa) medicine to fight depression caused by major affective disorder.
Generic Prozac must not be used with such drugs as pimozide, thioridazine, or any MAOI medicines. You must know about one very serious adverse reaction – at the beginning of the using of medication individuals may suffer from suicidal thinking, particularly patients below twenty four years of age might have such side reaction.
Let your medical professional know if you have such conditions as mood swings and changes in behavior, worry, panic attacks, distribution of sleep, irritation, agitation, feeling of hyperactivity, aggressiveness, suicide thinkinghostility, feeling depressed, and behavior.
Prozac – generic name Fluoxetine is not indicated for pregnant women as all SSRI antidepressants may provoke serious and life threating lung problems in newborn babies if the women were taking this medicine while being pregnant. In cae you become pregnant and stop taking Prozac, your depression can occur again.
Prozac passes into breast milk and can be harmful to the breastfeeding child, that’s the reason why it’s not advisable to usethis medication if you are breastfeeding a child.
Prior using Prozac – generic name Fluoxetine, tell your medical provider about your existing medical problems such as liver or kidney problems, diabetes, seizures or epilepsy, bipolar disorder, or a history of drug abuse.
In case you have from such conditions you may require a dosage adjustment.
As aggrevationof depression and the appearance of suicidal thinking during the beginning of the treatment may occur, the family of the person who is taking Generic Prozac should carefully monitor the changes in his mood, symptoms and behavior.
Prozac should be used as it is prescribed by physician. Never alter the dose on your own without the recommendation of the health provider. Use this medicine for the time that is determined
Defined by the physician.
Prozac medicine must be taken whole, don’t break or chew it, don’t break an extended-release capsule as it can affect the action of the medicine.
Typically, the action of Generic Prozac are observed in four weeks after the starting of using the medication. Don’t discontinue taking Generic Prozac without first speaking with the health provider as the abrupt drug withdrawal may cause the unfavourable side effects.
Take this drug regularly. In case you miss the dosage, take it when remember. Avoid the overdose, so never take two dosages at once. In case of overdose, get medical attention as soon as possible. The symptoms of the overdose are the following: seizures,nausea, vomiting, confusion, heartbeat irregularities, distribution of sleep, fainting, fever, or even coma.
During the treatment with Prozac – generic name Fluoxetine, avoid drinking drinks that contain alcohol.
Generic Prozac side effects.
In case any kind of allergic reactions are observed, get medical help. The possible allergic reactions are: skin rash, hives, difficult breathing, skin rash, hives, difficult breathing, swelling of face and throat.
If you suffer from such reactions as mood swings or behavior changes, panic attacks, distribution of sleep, irritation, aggressiveness, worry, or suicidal thoughts, call your physician immediately. If you suffer from any of the following serious side effectssuch as skin rash and other skin problems, nausea, trembling, diarrhea, problems with coordination, high fever, loss of appetite, sweating, seizure headache, weakness hallucinations, problems with concentrating and memory, irregular heartbeat, fainting, vomiting, and some others. Less dangerous side reaction are: dizziness, and sexual dysfunction.
Let your medical professional know about other medicaments you are taking particularly if you are using the following: anticoagulants, tryptophan, clozapine, vinblastine,alprazolam, haloperidolm, clopidogrel, flecainide, seizure medication, or any other antidepressants. Ask your doctor for the complete list of the medicaments that must not be taken along with Generic Prozac – Fluoxetine.