What is Prozac - How To Use?

The Prozac is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic attacks, certain eating disorders (bulimia) and other mental/mood disorders, and may also be used to treat a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder or PMDD). It may also be used to cure other disorders as determined by your doctor.

Studies have shown that a few number of people especially children/teenagers who take antidepressants for any anxiety treatment may experience worsening depression, mental symptoms, or suicidal thoughts/attempts. Prozac can help in preventing suicidal thoughts/attempts and provide various other important benefits to the patient. Prozac can also be used to cure other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Prozac works by restoring the balance of neurotransmitters in the brain, thereby improving mood/behaviour and feelings of well-being and happiness.

Who Should Not Take Prozac?

The person suffering from the following problems should not take prozac:

• Epileptic Seizure.
• Hardening of the Liver.
• Liver Problems.
• Bleeding from Stomach.
• Esophagus or Duodenum.
• Kidney Disease.
• Loss of Appetite.
• Pregnancy.
• Decreased Blood Volume.
• Diabetes.
• Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion.
• Low Amount of Sodium in the Blood.
• Mild Degree of Mania.
• Manic Phase of Manic-Depression.
• Having Thoughts of Suicide.
• Sexual Problems.

How To Use Prozac?

• Follow the instructions written on medication Guide provided with the prozac before you start using it.
• Do not take more or less Prozac than prescribed by the doctor.
• Take Prozac dosage as prescribed by your doctor.
• Before taking Prozac, tell your doctor about your medical history.
• The Prozac should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
• Use Prozac regularly in order to get the most benefit from it.
• Do not stop taking Prozac without consulting your doctor.

Prozac Side Symptoms:

• Nausea.
• Fast/irregular heartbeats.
• Chest pain.
• Black stools.
• Vomiting.
• Irritability.
• Unusual bleeding.
• Seizures.
• Affect blood glucose levels.
• Loss of appetite.
• Anxiety.
• Diarrhea.
• Tremor.
• Fever/flu-like symptoms.
• Impulsive actions.
• Severe restlessness.
• Dry mouth.
• Mania.
• Agitation.
• Rash.
• Itching.
• Swelling.
• Unusual muscle stiffness.
• Trouble in sleeping.
• Dizziness.
• Weight loss.
• Change in sexual desire.
• Drowsiness.
• Yawning.
• Vision changes.
• Weakness.
• Excessive Sweating.