Prozac

Prozac is the most widely prescribed antidepressant drug in the world. Over 54 million patients worldwide have been prescribed Prozac for conditions such as depression,obsessive compulsive disorder, bulimia nervosa and panic disorder.

Prozac is prescribed for the treatment of depression--that is, a continuing depression that interferes with daily functions and quailty of life. The symptoms of major depression often include changes in appetite, sleep habits, and mind/body coordination; decreased sex drive; increased fatigue; feelings of guilt or worthlessness; difficulty concentrating; slowed thinking; and suicidal thoughts.

Prozac is also prescribed to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder. An obsession is a thought that won't go away; a compulsion is an action done over and over to relieve anxiety. The drug is also used in the treatment of bulimia (binge-eating followed by deliberate vomiting). It has also been used to treat other eating disorders and obesity.

Common Prozac Side Effects

Allergic - Rash or skin inflammation
Neurological - Headache, Tremor, Dizziness, Asthenia
Behavioral - Insomnia, Anxiety, Nervousness, Agitation, Abnormal dreams, Drowsiness and fatigue
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, Disturbances of appetite, Diarrhea
Respiratory - Bronchitis, Rhinitis (inflammation of the nasal mucous membranes), Yawning
Endocrine - Weight loss
Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain, Back pain, Joint pain
Urogenital - Painful menstruation, Sexual dysfunction, Urinary tract infection, Frequent micturition
Autonomic - Excessive sweating
Miscellaneous - Chills

Prozac during pregnancy and breastfeeding