What does 40mg fluoxetine do?
Fluoxetine (Prozac) is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (bothersome thoughts that won’t go away and the need to perform certain actions over and over), some eating disorders, and panic attacks (sudden, unexpected attacks of extreme fear and worry about these attacks).
Is it safe to take 40mg of fluoxetine?
While Prozac is generally safe, you can overdose on it. This can lead to serious complications, and even death, if not treated right away. A typical dosage of Prozac is between 20 and 80 milligrams (mg) per day. Taking more than this without your doctor’s recommendation can lead to an overdose.
What are the side effects of 40mg Prozac?
Common side effects may include:
- sleep problems (insomnia), strange dreams;
- headache, dizziness, drowsiness, vision changes;
- tremors or shaking, feeling anxious or nervous;
- pain, weakness, yawning, tired feeling;
- upset stomach, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea;
- dry mouth, sweating, hot flashes;
Does fluoxetine make you happy?
Fluoxetine won’t change your personality or make you feel euphorically happy. It will simply help you feel like yourself again. Don’t expect to feel better overnight, though. Some people feel worse during the first few weeks of treatment before they begin to feel better.
What is the best time of day to take Prozac?
When Prozac is given in combination with Zyprexa (olanzapine)—a combination called Symbyax —as a therapy for treatment-resistant depression, it’s recommended to be taken in the evening as it can cause sleepiness. Paxil (paroxetine) is generally taken in the morning in order to prevent sleeplessness at night.
How long does Prozac stay in your system?
The half life of this medication is as long as three days. It will be out of your system in 15 days depending on individual factors related to the patient. Ask your prescriber.
What does fluoxetine hydrochloride mean?
Fluoxetine Hydrochloride is the hydrochloride salt form of fluoxetine, a diphenhydramine derivative and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor with antidepressant, anti-anxiety, antiobsessional and antibulimic activity and with potential immunomodulating activity.
What is the lethal dose of Prozac?
If taken alone, an SSRI overdose is rarely fatal. The typical dosage of the SSRI fluoxetine (Prozac) is between 20 and 80 mg per day. A dose as low as 520 mg of fluoxetine has been associated with a lethal outcome, but there’s record of someone taking 8 grams of fluoxetine and recovering.