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Prozac |
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PROZAC treats depression,
obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and
eating disorders. This medication belongs
to a group of drugs called Selective
Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs). |
IMPORTANT
NOTE: The following information is
intended to supplement, not substitute
for, the expertise and judgment of your
physician, pharmacist or other healthcare
professional. It should not be construed
to indicate that use of the drug is safe,
appropriate, or effective for you. Consult
your healthcare professional before using
this drug.
FLUOXETINE -
ORAL (flew-OX-eh-teen)
COMMON BRAND
NAME(S): Prozac, Sarafem
USES:
Fluoxetine is used to treat depression,
bulimia (an eating disorder), obsessive
compulsive disorders (OCD), and severe
symptoms of premenstrual syndrome
(premenstrual dysphoric disorder-PMDD).
This medication works by helping to
restore the balance of certain natural
chemicals in the brain.
OTHER USES:
This medication has also been used to
treat panic attacks, obesity, and
alcoholism.
HOW TO USE:
Take this medication by mouth usually once
daily in the morning, with or without
food; or as directed by your doctor. The
dosage is based on your medical condition
and response to therapy. Some medical
conditions may require a different dosing
schedule (e.g., twice daily in the morning
and at noon) as determined by your doctor.
Take this medication exactly as
prescribed. It is important to continue
taking this medication even if you feel
well. Also, do not stop taking this
medication without consulting your doctor.
It may take up to 4 weeks before the full
benefit of this drug takes effect.
SIDE EFFECTS:
Nausea, headache, trouble sleeping, dry
mouth, drowsiness, sweating, or upset
stomach may occur. If any of these effects
persist or worsen, notify your doctor
promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if
any of these serious side effects occur:
loss of appetite, unusual weight loss,
unusual or severe mental/mood changes,
uncontrolled movements (tremor), decreased
interest in sex, flu-like symptoms (e.g.,
chills, fever, muscle aches, weakness).
Tell your doctor immediately if any of
these unlikely but serious side effects
occur: vision changes, trouble swallowing,
swelling or white spots on the mouth
and/or tongue, changes in sexual ability,
painful and/or prolonged erection. Tell
your doctor immediately if any of these
highly unlikely but very serious side
effects occur: fainting, irregular/fast
heartbeat. An allergic reaction to this
drug is unlikely, but seek immediate
medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms
of an allergic reaction include: rash,
itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble
breathing. If you notice other effects not
listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell
your doctor your medical history,
especially of: liver problems, kidney
disease, seizures, heart problems,
diabetes, any allergies. This drug may
make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution
engaging in activities requiring alertness
such as driving or using machinery. Limit
alcoholic beverages. Liquid preparations
of this product may contain sugar and/or
small amounts of alcohol. Caution is
advised if you have diabetes, alcohol
dependence, or liver disease. Ask your
doctor or pharmacist about the safe use of
this product. Caution is advised when
using this product in the elderly because
they may be more sensitive to the effects
of the drug. This medication should be
used only when clearly needed during
pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits
with your doctor. This drug passes into
breast milk. Because of the potential risk
to the infant, breast-feeding while using
this drug is not recommended. Consult your
doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG
INTERACTIONS: Certain medications
taken with this product could result in
serious, even fatal, drug interactions.
Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (e.g.,
furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid,
moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine,
selegiline, tranylcypromine) within 2
weeks, and avoid taking thioridazine
within 5 weeks, before or after treatment
with this medication. Consult your doctor
or pharmacist for additional information.
This drug is not recommended for use with:
weight loss medicine (e.g., sibutramine,
phentermine), thioridazine, terfenadine,
astemizole. Ask your doctor or pharmacist
for more details. Tell your doctor of all
prescription and nonprescription
medication you may use, especially: other
SSRI antidepressants (e.g., citalopram,
sertraline), nefazodone, trazodone,
venlafaxine, "triptan" migraine
drugs (e.g., sumatriptan, zolmitriptan),
tramadol, tricyclic antidepressants (e.g.,
amitriptyline, nortriptyline), flecainide,
propafenone, haloperidol, clozapine,
lithium, tryptophan, "blood
thinners" (e.g., warfarin),
anti-seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine,
phenytoin/hydantoins), herbal/natural
products (e.g., St John's wort, ayahuasca).
Tell your doctor if you take any drugs
that cause drowsiness such as: medicine
for sleep, tranquilizers, anti-anxiety
drugs (e.g., alprazolam), narcotic pain
relievers (e.g., codeine), muscle
relaxants, psychiatric medicine (e.g.,
phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine),
certain antihistamines (e.g.,
diphenhydramine). Check the labels on all
your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold
products) because they may contain
drowsiness-causing ingredients. Ask your
pharmacist about the safe use of these
products. Report other drugs which affect
the heart rhythm (QTc prolongation), such
as: dofetilide, pimozide, sotalol,
quinidine, procainamide, sparfloxacin,
"water pills" (diuretics such as
furosemide or hydrochlorothiazide). Ask
your doctor or pharmacist for more
details. Fluoxetine may affect the amount
of glucose (sugar) in your blood. If you
take any anti-diabetes medication (e.g.,
glipizide, glyburide, metformin), your
dosage of these drugs may need to be
adjusted when fluoxetine is started or
discontinued. Consult your doctor. Do not
start or stop any medicine without doctor
or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your
local poison control center or emergency
room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may
include: irregular heartbeat, fainting,
severe dizziness or lightheadedness.
NOTES: Do
not share this medication with others.
Laboratory and/or medical tests may be
performed to monitor your progress.
MISSED DOSE: If
you miss a dose, use it as soon as you
remember. If it is near the time of the
next dose, skip the missed dose and resume
your usual dosing schedule. Do not double
the dose to catch up.
STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and
86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away
from light and moisture. |
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