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Drug
Uses
Fluoxetine is used to treat depression, OCD (obsessive
compulsive disorder), and bulimia, an eating disorder.
Your doctor may have prescribed this medicine to treat
other conditions as well.
General
Information
This database does not contain every known side effect,
adverse effect, or drug interaction. If you have questions
about your medicines, talk to your health care provider.
This information is for educational purposes only.
How
Drug Works
This medicine works by restoring the balance of a chemical
in the brain (serotonin) by blocking its reuptake into
the nerve cells.
How
Taken
This medicine should be taken about the same time each
day (with the exception of the once weeky product).
The best time to take this medicine is in the morning
with breakfast. This medicine may take up to 4 weeks
to reach full effect, but you may see symptoms of depression
improving in 1 to 2 weeks.
Possible
Side Effects
trouble sleeping nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite
nervousness, anxiety If you experience sexual problems,
talk to your doctor.
Warnings/Precautions
Make sure that you know how the medicine affects you
before driving or performing other tasks that require
your full attention. Don’t stop taking this medicine
until you have consulted with your doctor first.
Overdose
For emergencies, seek medical attention immediately.
For non emergencies, contact your local or regional
poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
Drug
Interactions
Do not take this medicine with thioridizine, or within
5 weeks of taking Prozac. Medicines called MAO inhibitors
should not be taken while taking fluoxetine. Talk to
your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure which drugs
are MAO inhibitors. St. John’s Wort should be avoided
while taking this medicine due to the additive effects
of serotonin.
Missed
Dose
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is
time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go
back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage
Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat
and moisture (not in the bathroom). Keep this medication
in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out
of reach of children. Throw away any medication that
is outdated or no longer needed.
Pregnancy/Nursing
If you plan on becoming pregnant, talk to your doctor
to discuss risks and benefits. This drug is excreted
in breast milk. It is advised not to breast feed while
on this medication.
More
Information
For more information, talk to your doctor, pharmacist
or health care provider.
Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes
only, it is not intended that this information covers
all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions,
or adverse effects of your medication. This is only
general information, and should not be relied on for
any purpose, it should not be construed as containing
specific instructions for any particular patient.
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