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Questions and answers about the medicine Prozac, such as side effects, drug interactions, dosages, etc.

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Can you drink coffee when taking Prozac?

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I would advise VERY strongly against it. Prozac increases your sensitivity to caffeine. I was on only a 20mg a day dose of it, and would get very shaky if I had more than a couple of caffeinated sodas per day.

One day I wanted a boost for a workout and made the mistake of taking a 5 hour energy shot, thinking that it would be safe since it advertising it doesn't make you as jittery as energy drinks. It was a horrifying experience... I was trembling horribly, nauseous... just felt terrible.

It is possible to overdose on caffeine... people think because they buy something in a store it is safe... that is not always the case. Especially when taking daily meds, you have to me conscious about what you put into your body. There is a laundry list of things prozac and other SSRI's conflict with... heck, one night I needed to take cough syrup, and called a pharmacist, and she advised against mixing the two...

So yeah, be careful... if you are married to the idea of taking an energy drink, then that should be the ONLY caffeine you have that day, but even then, it is not a good idea.

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How do antidepressants work like Prozac?

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If you are depressed, it makes you feel normal again, but it takes 3-5 weeks to kick in.

Can you take Prozac and mucinex?

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I have been on Prozac for over twenty years, and take Mucinex whenever I am congested and take the maximum dose. (Prozac is only 20 mg.) There are no side affects that I have ever experienced, but I suppose every case is individual. Always ask pharmacist if unsure.

Does Prozac come in 5mg?

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nope, Prozac does not come in 5 mg capsules. The lowest dose is 10 mg, and it is available in both capsule and tablet form.

What herbal supplements can you take with Prozac?

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Most herbs can be taken with medications as long as not taken together

at least six hours difference best to take herbs and not take Prozac because

of all the side effects to Prozac.

Is it safe to take Prozac and topamax?

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This type of question should only be answered by a doctor - please look for a family physician or psychiatrist you trust and ask that person. Only a doctor can know your medical history and what is safe for you.

Can you take trazodone while taking Prozac?

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Yes, if both are prescribed for you, there is no problem in taking those 2 drugs together. To get the "sleeping" effect of trazodone, without interfering with prozac antidepressant effect, the trazodone dosage should be around 25mg to 100mg.

How does Prozac work in the brain?

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What action does Cymbalta perform on the brain, physiologically speaking.

What reasons do people commit suicide?

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People commit suicide when they feel that life is pointless for them, most often they are very depressed and don't see themselves as having any sort of good future. Other people may think 'why does that person want to die and why is she depressed?' but depression is a serious illness just like cancer, diabetes etc... people don't choose and don't know why they have it. All types of people with all types of different back grounds get it. Some people who aren't depressed or suicidal may say that those who commit suicide are 'selfish' etc etc.. but it's just like any other serious sickness that causes death- the depression got to much. Basically, feeling depressed and suicidal is the worst feeling (i know...), and it is often made worse because people can't SEE it, like a broken bone or whatever, and you can't just 'cure' a mental illness. hope this answered your question!

How long does it take for Prozac to leave the body after you have stopped taking it?

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It has a long half life so a good number of weeks before all traces leave the body

Can you take 20mg of Prozac with Wellbutrin 300mg?

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Yes, they can be taken together, but talk to your doctor about the side effects first, because the risk of seizures is greatly increased and sometimes outweighs the benefits.

How long can Prozac side effects last?

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Withdrawals of Prozac may start within eight hours of stopping the medication. Withdrawal symptoms may last for six to eight weeks.

Can you take Prozac while on birth control?

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It's hard to imagine a reason to take Provera while you're on birth control. Talk with your health care provider to understand why this is being recommended to you.

Will metronidazole interact with fluoxetine?

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All of my doctors said it will not, and the drug interction checkers said it will not. The pharmicist also told me it will not be a problem. I am currently taking both right now. (:

Is it safe to take Prozac and Risperdal?

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I have both epilepsy and a type of autism called Asperger's Syndrome. For the epilepsy I take the 500mg depakote. I also take the 1mg risperdal pill for controlling my attitude and help prevent anxiety. Taking both together gives me no problems with them interacting together. Another medication I'm on for anxiety is the 20mg pill Lexapro and it has no interactions with the other 2. To be sure that your medications are safe together though, make sure that all your doctors know what drugs you are on, and ask them about possible side effects.

Are there any long term side effects from taking Fluoxetine aka Prozac?

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I've been taking Prozac for over 15yrs. and I have not side effects

Well I guess not everyone was so lucky not to suffer from this drug, I took this drug between the years of 1997 to 2001, not only did I suffer from everyone of the side-effects, but some of them are still with me today. I was prescribed this drug for depression, what wasnt know about this drug is that some of the side effects are permanent, such as akathisia(the inablity to stay still) it also can cause permanent depression, bi-polar disorders, hypokinesia, if you wanna know more go to http://www.sntp.net/Prozac/breggin_prozac_1.htm

Does Prozac contain hcg?

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No, Prozac does not contain HCG, which is the hormone associated with pregnancy. If you took a pregnancy test, Prozac would not affect the results.

What is the herbal equivalent of Prozac?

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Willow (salix alba)

there are many herbs in ayurveda which works like aspirin for different popurse likeGinger Root For Muscle Pain,Epsom Salt Bath For Leg Pain,Cherries For Pain Relief, Buttermilk For Pre Menopause

Can you take darvocet and Prozac together?

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Abilify increases the effectiveness of certain drugs that work on your nervous system and brain. So no. I took darvocet and abilify and ended up having odd OCD type of thoughts and had so much nervous energy w/a broken bone. Not good.