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• Prozac is the popular trade name for the drug fluoxetine. Prozac is an antidepressant that is classified as a serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It is the third most prescribed antidepressant.

• Fast Facts

  1. Generic name: Fluoxetine
  2. Brand name: Prozac
  3. Third most popular antidepressant
  4. December 1987: First sold in United States
  5. 2007: 22.2 million prescriptions filled
  6. May take 4 to 5 weeks to feel the full benefit
  7. Adverse side effects: Agitation, irritation, suicidal thoughts, skin rash, chest pain, lightheadedness
  8. Should not be taken with: MAO inhibitors, thioridazine, lithium, St. John's Wort

• Antidepressant Fast Facts

  1. Effective for 35-45% of depression sufferers
  2. Typically taken for 4-6 months
  3. Herbal/Supplement option: St. John's Wort
  4. May cause unwanted side effects

• Other Antidepressants

  1. Wellbutrin (Bupropion)
  2. Zoloft (Sertraline)
  3. Paxil (Paroxetine)
  4. Effexor (Venlafaxine)
  5. Cymbalta (Duloxetine)
  6. Lexapro (Escitalopram)

• Disclaimer

  The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before taking Prozac (Fluoxetine).

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