Prozac

Prozac is used to treat many conditions related to chemical imbalances within the brain that interfere with daily functions. Some of the most common conditions for which Prozac is prescribed can include long term depression, panic disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, and other mental conditions. Generic Prozac is available under the name Fluoxetine hydrochloride. Prozac is not intended as a quick fix, so it must be used for long term periods. This means users can become addicted and might experience Prozac withdrawal symptoms when stopping the medicine. To avoid a Prozac withdrawal, you should wean yourself off the medication slowly.

Prozac side effects are common, and can include anxiety, upset stomach, sexual changes, and more. If a Prozac side effect seems severe, such as suicidal thinking, stop taking the medication and seek medical assistance right away. Side effects of Prozac can also be worsened or increased if Prozac and alcohol are combined, or if there is a Prozac overdose. There are severe dangers when taking too much Prozac or when combining Prozac with other drugs. These Prozac dangers can lead to tremors, heart problems and even death. This is why it is important to monitor your usage of Prozac, as well as the usage of other medications when taking Prozac. This is particularly true when using Prozac with children, and precautions and careful observance should be taken at all times.

There are other versions of Prozac and comparable medications that can be given in the place of Prozac as well. Zoloft vs. Prozac is a constant debate in the psychiatric medical community, and which is better depends on the person taking the pill. A Prozac patch has been explored as well as Prozac for cats and the results are still new on both of these. Prozac for women experiencing menopause is not uncommon, and it is because the surges in hormones when a woman goes through this period can create depression, uneasiness and anxiety. Usually, if Prozac is used to treat conditions such as this, the use is only temporary and the medication can be lowered or removed at a later date. For some people, however, the dependency on Prozac can become eternal. This is why update visits to the doctor will be necessary, and if possible, lowering the dosage on your Prozac will be considered when your doctor feels you are capable of managing without it. Not everyone can do this without withdrawals, so the doctor will continue to see you and monitor your progress.