Fluoxetine (Systemic)
Brand Names : Prozac, Prozac Weekly, Sarafem
Category- Antidepressant
- antiobsessional
agent
- antibulimic agent
Description Fluoxetine (floo-OX-e-teen) is used to treat mental
depression. It is also used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder, bulimia
nervosa, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder.
Fluoxetine also may be used for other conditions as determined by your
doctor.
Fluoxetine belongs to a group of medicines known as selective serotonin
reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). These medicines are thought to work by increasing
the activity of a chemical called serotonin in the brain.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage forms:
Oral
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Capsules (U.S. and Canada)
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Oral Solution (U.S. and Canada)
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Tablets (U.S.)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
- Prozac
- Prozac Weekly
- Sarafem
In Canada -
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