Prozac- Things to know before you use it.

July 15, 2009
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Prozac ( or Fluoxetine Hydrochloride ) is a commonly used antidepressant in clinical practice. Fluoxetine has been approved by the FDA for the treatment of major depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, bulimia nervosa and panic disorder. Used since mid-1970a, Eli Lilly’s patent on Prozac (fluoxetine) expired in August, 2001, prompting an influx of generic drugs onto the market. It has shown excellent results and is often used by people/patients even without proper prescriptions. The use , and abuse of Prozac has reached phenomenal proportions.Is Prozac safe?? What are the few things you must know before you start using it?

Below is a slideshow i have prepared detailing a few important facts about Prozac use. Also incorporated is a video which will further enhance comprehension about this widely used drug.


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