Prozac

Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride may be described as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or an antidepressant.

Furthermore, generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride may also be described as a white to off – white crystalline solid.

• Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride is used to effectively treat major depression syndromes, such as pediatric depression; sleep disorders, such as narcolepsy; panic disorders; obsessive – compulsive disorders (OCDs); bulimia and nervous system disorders, such as catalepsy.

• Furthermore, generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride is also used to effectively treat premenstrual dysphoric disorders (PMDDs), such as mood swings, irritability, a bloated sensation and breast tenderness.

• Lastly, Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride is also used to effectively help increase the amount of serotonin within one’s brain. This is a natural substance that helps maintain one’s mental balance.

Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride is available in capsule form with strengths of 10mg, 20mg, 40mg and 60mg respectively. Generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride must be swallowed whole, once a day in the morning and with or without food. However, if your health care professional has prescribed Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride twice a day, take one dose in the morning and one dose at noon. It is also very important for you to remember that the above mentioned dosage information for generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride is only general information and this dosage must not be administered or taken without first consulting your health care professional.

Furthermore, you must be sure to follow the directions on the prescription label carefully and ask your health care professional or pharmacist to explain any part of Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride you do not understand. You must also be sure to take generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride exactly as directed and refrain from taking a greater or lesser quantity of this medication or altogether taking this medication more or less often than prescribed by your health care professional. Be sure that you do not suddenly discontinue Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride without prior confirmation from your health care professional. Your dose must be gradually decreased, since certain conditions may worsen when Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride is abruptly discontinued. Keep in mind that Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride is not to be used in the case of children.

While on an ongoing course of Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride if you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which may seem severe or persistent, you must contact your health care professional.

• Sometimes, generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride may cause the patient to experience headaches, agitation, drowsiness, weight loss, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and loss of appetite.

• Furthermore, Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride may cause the patient to experience a dry mouth, sweating, mild fever, dizziness, lightheadedness, tremors, minor sexual complications and nervousness.

• Lastly, generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride may cause the patient to experience insomnia, restlessness, constipation, weight gain, skin rashes, anxiety, an itching sensation and temporary swellings on the body.

If you are on an ongoing course of Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride before you commence taking any new medication (either prescription or OTC), you must first consult your health care professional or pharmacist.

Furthermore, you must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are allergic to generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride or any other medication in any other form. Your health care professional must also be informed if you are taking any other medication in any other form, including nutritional supplements or herbal products whilst on an ongoing course of this medication.

• Sometimes, Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride interacts with various medications, such as Isocarboxazid, Pentazocine, Aspirin, Phenelzine, Haloperidol, Tranylcypromine and Ibuprofen.

• Furthermore, generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride interacts with various medications, such as Lithium, Selegiline, Warfarin, Procarbazine, Isoniazid, Linezolid and Codeine.

• Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride interacts with various medications, such as Tryptophan, St. John`s Wort, Pimozide, Meperidine, Tramadol, Sibutramine and Carbamazepine.

• Lastly, you must also keep in mind that this particular medication also interacts with varied other medications which contain Dextromethorphan.

In case of an overdose of Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Furthermore, an overdose of generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride may cause one to experience nausea, vomiting, seizures, restlessness, palpitations, drowsiness, mood swings or fainting spells.

Your health care professional may order certain laboratory and/or medical tests to be performed, such as blood pressure levels, smooth functioning of the kidneys, PAP tests, breast and pelvic tests, a mammogram, blood electrolyte levels and blood cholesterol levels to check your response to Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride, monitor your progress and check for side effects. You must be sure to keep all appointments with your health care professional and the laboratory. Do not let anyone else take your prescribed dosage of generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride and ask your health care professional or pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

Furthermore, while on an ongoing course of Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride, if you need to undergo any kind of surgery including dental surgery, you must consult your health care professional.

If you conceive whilst on a course of generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride, inform your health care professional. You must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are pregnant or breast feeding or planning to conceive. Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride passes into breast milk. However, you must also keep in mind that generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride must not be administered to or taken by patients during the third trimester (last three months of pregnancy). Discuss the same with your health care professional.

Lastly, avoid consuming alcohol and beverages containing even a small percentage of alcohol whilst on an ongoing course of generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride. It is important that you do not discontinue this medication without first consulting your health care professional. While on an ongoing course of Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride, you must also refrain from driving a car or operating any kind of machinery until you know how this medication affects you.

It is important that you do not take a double dose of Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride to make up for a missed one unless you have consulted your health care professional.

Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride in combination with Olanzapine is also used to effectively treat resistant depression and depression in context to bipolar disorders, obesity and certain eating disorders, such as anorexia and nervosa. Furthermore, you must speak with your health care professional about the possible risks of using generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride for your condition and be sure to consult your health care professional or pharmacist for more information, since this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses.

Store generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride in the container it came in, keep the lid tightly closed and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature (between 59 – 86 degrees F or 15 – 30 degrees C) and away from excess heat and moisture.

Furthermore, you must be sure to throw away any Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride medication that has gotten outdated or is no longer required. But, speak with your pharmacist or health care professional or consult your local waste disposal company about the proper method by which you can safely and effectively discard your unused generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride medication.

• It is very important for the patient to know that before consuming Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from liver complications, stomach bleeding, diabetes, kidney complications, seizure disorders or bouts of depression.

• Furthermore, elderly patients taking Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride along with diuretics (water pills) must exert extra caution as they may be more sensitive to the after – effects of this particular medication, such as hyponatremia (loss of too much salt form the body).

• Lastly, prior to commencing a course of Prozac generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride, visit your health care professional frequently for regular check ups to monitor your condition. You must also make it a point to visit your health care professional while on an ongoing course of generic Fluoxetine hydrochloride each time changes are made to your dosage.