Prozac - Understanding Its Uses and Side Effects

Prozac is a popular antidepressant medication that belongs to the class of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is commonly used to treat depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders.
Category
Drug
Where to get
Available with a prescription from healthcare providers.
Applicable for
Depression | Anxiety
Prepared by Shruti Sahoo, reviewed by Dr. Eugene Smith

Prozac FAQ


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What is Prozac used for?

PROZAC belongs to a group of medicines called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). SSRIs are thought to work by their action on brain chemicals called amines which are involved in controlling mood. PROZAC is used to treat: premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). 2. What should I know before I take PROZAC? Do not take PROZAC if:

What is Prozac (fluoxetine)?

Medically reviewed by Neal Patel, Pharm.D. — By Amber R. Watson, PharmD on July 18, 2021 Learn about cost, uses, and more of Prozac (fluoxetine), which is a prescription capsule that treats some mental health conditions.

What is the brand name of Prozac?

Brand name: Prozac. Find out how fluoxetine treats mental health conditions including depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and bulimia, and how to take it. NHS medicines information on fluoxetine – what it’s used for, side effects, dosage and who can take it.

Is Prozac a SSRI?

Medically reviewed by Sophia Entringer, PharmD. Last updated on Nov 21, 2023. What is Prozac? Prozac is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant.

Does Prozac contain fluoxetine hydrochloride?

PROZAC contains the active ingredient fluoxetine hydrochloride. PROZAC belongs to a group of medicines called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). SSRIs are thought to work by their action on brain chemicals called amines which are involved in controlling mood. PROZAC is used to treat: premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). 2.

Prozac References

If you want to know more about Prozac, consider exploring links below:

What Is Prozac

  1. https://www.drugs.com/prozac.html
  2. https://www.verywellmind.com/what-to-know-about-prozac-fluoxetine-5101215
  3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fluoxetine
  4. https://www.nps.org.au/medicine-finder/prozac-capsules
  5. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-6997/prozac-oral/details
  6. https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/brand/amt,2954011000036108/prozac
  7. https://psychcentral.com/drugs/prozac
  8. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/fluoxetine-prozac/
  9. https://www.medicine.com/drug/prozac

Prozac Information

  1. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a689006.html

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