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Taking fluoxetine and mirtazapine: Rachel's story. Taking fluoxetine to treat eating disorders: Tula's story. About fluoxetine. Please note. Always talk to your doctor about your situation and whether this medication is for you. Thinking about trying medication? Read our guide. How fluoxetine works. Fluoxetine is a type of antidepressant called a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor SSRI. Fluoxetine is often prescribed alongside a talking therapy. Fluoxetine and everyday life.
Frequently asked questions. How long does it take to start working? Antidepressants like fluoxetine can start to work on depression within the first two weeks of treatment, with the improvements continuing over the following weeks, For anxiety , antidepressants like fluoxetine can take slightly longer to work. What effects will it have on my body? Your weight can be affected by fluoxetine. It is very difficult to know how this will affect each person who takes it. Talk to your doctor about this if it worries you.
Should I tell my family and friends I am taking it? You may want to let your family and friends know you are taking fluoxetine effects. Will it affect my sleep? Can I drink alcohol and take street drugs while taking it?
Alcohol You can continue to drink some alcohol while taking fluoxetine, but it is best to do so in moderation. This could be dangerous if you drive or use machines or do anything that needs a lot of focus. Street drugs Be careful if you are also using street drugs. Cannabis can have unpredictable effects when taken with fluoxetine, so great care is needed.
Fluoxetine has been shown to dampen down the 'high' of cocaine. Can I take it with other medications? Fluoxetine does not mix well with some other medicines and drugs. I have allergies and food intolerances. Is there anything I need to know? Can I drive while taking it? Do not drive or ride a bike just after you start taking fluoxetine. Do not worry - most people drive as normal while taking fluoxetine. Can I take it if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
Pregnancy If you become pregnant while you are on fluoxetine, you should carry on taking the medicine and go back to your doctor as soon as possible, to see if you should change or stop your medicine.
Post-natal If fluoxetine is taken in the last five months of a pregnancy, it can cause a serious condition called persistent pulmonary hypertension of the new-born PPHN. These could include: being irritable and crying a lot having difficulty sleeping or sucking poor weight gain Breastfeeding Fluoxetine is passed to the baby in breast milk, and side effects have been seen in breastfed babies.
Talk to your doctor or midwife about your feeding options. Will it affect my sex life or fertility? Sex Fluoxetine can have side effects that might affect your sex life. These include: painful erections that last for a long time this is rare but serious - visit a hospital or see your doctor straight away if you experience this side effect , or problems getting an erection getting hard and ejaculating coming bleeding from the vagina difficulty reaching orgasm the same way as before some growth of the breasts and some milk flow, regardless of gender you may have a lower sex drive Fluoxetine has been known to slow growth and delay sexual development puberty in a small number of children and young people.
Fertility Fluoxetine does not seem to affect human fertility. So if you have weight loss with Prozac, we recommend telling your medical professional right away. Taking Prozac can cause tiredness. This was a common side effect in studies of the drug. However, Prozac can affect people differently.
Both tiredness and insomnia trouble sleeping are possible side effects of the drug. Tiredness with Prozac can lead to problems with thinking, coordination, or judgment. But if taking Prozac makes you tired, it may be best to take your dose at bedtime. Many drugs, including Prozac, can cause an allergic reaction. A more severe allergic reaction may also occur, but this is rare. Symptoms of a severe allergic reaction may include swelling of your mouth, tongue, or throat, which may cause trouble breathing.
You may also experience swelling under your skin, often in your lips, eyelids, hands, or feet. If you have symptoms of an allergic reaction to Prozac, call your medical professional immediately.
Suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Antidepressants , such as Prozac, can raise the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
This risk may be highest for children, teenagers, and adults who are age 24 or younger. And regardless of your age, your risk may also be higher if your Prozac dosage has been changed recently, or if you started taking the drug recently within a few months ago. If you have unusual changes in your thoughts, moods, behaviors, or feelings while taking Prozac, tell your medical professional right away. They may change your treatment plan or prescribe a drug for you other than Prozac.
Your medical professional can advise you on how much Prozac to take and how often. Commonly used dosages are mentioned below, but always take the dosage your medical professional recommends. Your medical professional may prescribe a different dosage depending on certain factors, such as:. Below are the recommended dosages of Prozac for each condition the drug is used to treat.
Your medical professional will monitor the effects of Prozac week by week to determine if your dosage needs to be adjusted. Your medical professional or pharmacist can advise whether Symbyax is right for you.
One of the conditions Prozac is approved to treat is panic disorder , which is a specific type of anxiety. But Prozac may also be prescribed off-label to treat other types of anxiety. Your medical professional or pharmacist can provide more information about using Prozac to treat these conditions or other types of anxiety. Prozac is used to treat depression and bulimia a type of eating disorder. And weight changes are known to happen with these conditions.
It usually takes about five half-lives for a drug to leave your system entirely. This means Prozac will stay in your system for about 5 to 15 days after your first few doses. But after several doses, the drug will stay in your system for about 20 to 30 days. Prozac can help improve your emotions and mood. But you may not feel the effects of it right away. Over time, you may notice that you feel more relaxed, less worried, and less tense than before you started taking Prozac.
Your medical professional or pharmacist can answer any questions you may have about what to expect with Prozac treatment. No, Prozac is not a controlled substance. Controlled substances are medications that have high potential for misuse or for being addictive. Taking certain drugs, foods, vaccines, and other substances with a medication may affect how that medication works. These effects are known as interactions. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medication.
Your medical professional or pharmacist can tell you about possible interactions these substances may have with Prozac. Your medical professional or pharmacist can provide more details as well as information on other possible interactions. This risk is highest for children, teenagers, and young adults who take an antidepressant , such as Prozac. If you have certain medical conditions or other factors that affect your health, Prozac may not be the right choice for you.
The list below includes some factors to consider. Drinking alcohol while taking the drug can worsen certain side effects of the drug, such as tiredness. It may not be safe to take Prozac during pregnancy. Taking the drug during pregnancy can increase the risk of heart problems in the fetus. If you take Prozac during pregnancy, consider enrolling in a pregnancy registry.
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