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Prozac

JC1221
JC1221

Has anybody ever used Prozac?  I've been prescribed this but obviously I'm afraid. Any experiences anyone can share? 

briggy1
briggy1
Yes, I 'm on 10mg daily. I had a few side effects at the start but no problems now. Is it working? I don't really see too much change in my mental moods. Good luck.
Kourage
Kourage
I took Prozac when I was about 14. For some reason, it caused suicidal thoughts, hallucinations, delutions, greater anxiety and depression. I can't recall how much I had been taking, but I don't think my reaction was very "normal." I hope it helps you!
djchurn
djchurn
Meds effect everyone differently. Google SSRIs and read about how they are designed to work. You will find that these should help everyone. They do not. Took it many years ago when it was new and expensive. I take the generic now and it has no co-pay which is a great benefit to retirees on fixed income. In desperation I told my doctor to prescribe it again. Glad I did. Remember though this may be a drug that will not make you feel better. The meds take you to a point where maintaining an ever keel is easier and that is a great benefit.
Tired
Tired
I have been on 60 mg of Prozac for several years. Never had side effects. And it's helped me.
Try it. The doctor will start with a low dose. You can try a different drug if this one is not good
for you or doesn't work.
Zoe
Zoe
Everybody reacts differently. There's no right or wrong. Just keep your Drs. appointments and have honest discussions on any changes good or bad or none. I tried Prozac and it didn't do anything for me Lexapro turned out to be my ticket. Took over a year of trying things. Hang in there and don't give up. In the end it's worth it.
Calebb
Calebb
I do well with Prozac. Before that, I was years on a stronger Rx -- which was for helping manage anxiety. I've been happy on a low dosage of Prozac. My impression is : it is one of the milder pharmacuticals out there .

Good luck ; and post if anything unusual starts to happen . I'm curious about it .
LittleSadie
LittleSadie
Prozac made me feel like a zombie, but I am doing well on Paxil, so you never know. Everyone's body is different.
Whatifgirl
Whatifgirl
I am on Fluoxetine currently at 8 mg
Was previously on 10 mg
Just updosed and waiting for it to kick in
Been on it for awhile feel free to contact for questions ☺
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