Brand Name: Prozac 20 mg
Generic Name: FLUOXETINE
Generic Prozac 20 mg (FLUOXETINE) is a Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) that helps patients with depression by increasing the availability of serotonin in the brain. Scientists believe serotonin affects many types of activity in the brain, including the regulation of mood.
Brand Name: Prozac 20 mg
Generic Name: FLUOXETINE
Common uses of Prozac 20 mg:
* Prozac 20 mg is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), or bulimia. This medicine may also be used to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).
Prozac 20 mg may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Before using Prozac 20 mg:
* Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with Prozac 20 mg.
* Do not take this medicine if you are taking astemizole, dexfenfluramine, fenfluramine, sibutramine, terfenadine,thioridazine, tramadol, or monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).
* Additional monitoring of your dose or condition may be needed if you are taking cisapride, clozapine, cyclobenzaprine, cyproheptadine, lithium, propafenone, selegiline, tricyclic antidepressants, or medicine for seizures.
* Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Directions of Prozac 20 mg:
* Take Prozac 20 mg with food if it upsets your stomach.
* Store this medicine at room temperature, away from heat and light.
* Continue to take Prozac 20 mg even if you feel better.
* Do not miss any doses.
* If you miss a dose of Prozac 20 mg, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
* Do not take 2 doses at once.
Cautions of Prozac 20 mg:
* Do not take Prozac 20 mg if you have had an allergic reaction to it or are allergic to any ingredient in this product.
* Up to 4 weeks may pass before Prozac 20 mg reaches its full effect.
* Do not stop taking Prozac 20 mg without checking with your doctor.
* Keep all doctor and laboratory appointments while you are taking this medicine.
* Additional monitoring of your condition is recommended at the start of treatment with this medicine and whenever a change to your dose is made.
* If you experience anxiety, agitation, panic attacks, difficulty sleeping, irritability, hostility, impulsive feelings, severe restlessness, or worsening of depression contact your doctor as soon as possible.
* These may be signs that your condition is worsening or that your treatment with Prozac 20 mg should be evaluated.
* If you are a parent or caregiver of a patient that is taking Prozac 20 mg, it is important for you to watch for these symptoms. Contact the doctor as soon as possible if any of these symptoms occur.
* Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Prozac 20 mg. Using Prozac 20 mg alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks.
* Prozac 20 mg will add to the effects of alcohol and other depressants.
* Caution is advised when using this medicine in children because they may be more sensitive to the effects of this medicine. For women: if you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy, especially during the third trimester. This medicine is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking this medicine.
Possible side effects of Prozac 20 mg:
* Side effects, that may go away during treatment, include nervousness, trouble sleeping, headache, drowsiness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, dry mouth, sweating, dizziness, lightheadedness, muscle spasms, or changes in sexual function.
* If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor.
* Contact your doctor immediately if you experience thoughts of hurting yourself, mental or mood changes, or worsening of depression.
* An allergic reaction to Prozac 20 mg is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
* Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, or trouble breathing.
If you take too much (OVERDOSE):
* If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, seizures, restlessness, fast or irregular heartbeat, and fainting.
Additional information about Prozac 20 mg:
Do not share Prozac 20 mg with others for whom it was not prescribed.
Do not use Prozac 20 mg for other health conditions.
Keep Prozac 20 mg out of the reach of children and pets.
If using Prozac 20 mg for an extended period of time, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
Drug interactions:
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job.
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine.
Inform your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
