What are side effects for prozac, only serious answers please?

Question

My doctor just prescribed prozac to me for chemical imbalance. I have not started it yet, as I was told he would like for me to stay on them for at least 9 months.

Answer 1

I love Prozac! I can not live without out. I was told to stay on Prozac for nine months as well. This drug works good, well before the ninth month, with me anyway. I guess that is when you will get the complete effect of it. The only thing I did not and do not like (the one that sticks out in my mind the most that is) is the lack of sex drive. That is a bummer. I have been on it now for 15yrs. I tried to ween myself off a couple of times with my Doctors awareness but I would start to go down hill after a month or so. So back on it and feeling good again. Guess the other side effects were not worth remembering or just were not that bad to be burnt in my mind. Good luck.

Answer 2

Dry mouth and a lowered libido were problems my husband experienced at first. He has been on prozac for quite some time for chronic depression but we have been able to work around the side effects and the benefits have more than made up for the side effects.

Once you start taking it it takes several weeks for the full benefits to be noticed and when you stop, you cannot stop cold turkey, you have to wean off slowly or the side effects will be very bothersome.

Answer 3

I had heartburn while on Prozac and it does have nausea as a s/e so if could very well be from that, an increase in stomach acid, give it a few more weeks and this should subside, also take with a meal or snack

Answer 4

More common side effects may include:
Abnormal dreams, abnormal ejaculation, abnormal vision, anxiety, diminished sex drive, dizziness, dry mouth, flu-like symptoms, flushing, gas, headache, impotence, insomnia, itching, loss of appetite, nausea, nervousness, rash, sinusitis, sleepiness, sore throat, sweating, tremors, upset stomach, vomiting, weakness, yawning

Less common side effects may include:
Abnormal taste, agitation, bleeding problems, chills, confusion, ear pain, emotional instability, fever, frequent urination, high blood pressure, increased appetite, loss of memory, palpitations, ringing in the ears, sleep disorders, weight gain

In children and adolescents, less common side effects may also include:
Agitation, excessive menstrual bleeding, frequent urination, hyperactivity, mania or hypomania (inappropriate feelings of elation and/or rapid thoughts), nosebleeds, personality changes, and thirst

Answer 5

Well when i was on prozac i got bad chest pains, but everybodys body works diffrently on meds

Answer 6

weight loss or gain is the only side effect i had but i did not get better i got worse instead of being depressed i just got numb and didn't care about anything any more just make sure the doc moniters you closely.

Answer 7

Crazymeds is always a good bet for real world experiences of drugs.

http://www.crazymeds.org/prozac.html

Answer 8

Fluoxetine is the generic name and you can find out all you need to know about it on the site below...

Answer 9

See also the Warning section.

Nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, dry mouth, trouble sleeping, dizziness, drowsiness, yawning, weakness, or sweating may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: unusual or severe mental/mood changes (e.g., anxiety, mania), weight loss, change in sexual desire and ability, vision changes.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: uncontrolled movements (tremor), fever/flu-like symptoms.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: unusual muscle stiffness, fast/irregular heartbeats, chest pain, black stools, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, easy bruising/bleeding, unusual bleeding, seizures.

For males, in the very unlikely event you have a painful or prolonged erection lasting 4 or more hours, stop using this drug and seek immediate medical attention, or permanent problems could occur.

A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.


Prozac Oral
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Does this medication have side effects?

The following side effects are associated with Prozac Oral:

Common side effects:
Drowsiness Less Severe
Abnormal Trouble Sleeping Less Severe
Excessive Sweating Less Severe
Head Pain Less Severe
Feel Like Throwing Up Less Severe
Diarrhea Less Severe
Nervous Less Severe
Anxious Less Severe


Infrequent side effects:
Itching Severe
Hives Severe
Joint Pain Severe
Muscle Pain Severe
Fever Severe
Chills Severe
Rash Severe
Trouble Breathing Severe
Nightmares Less Severe
Problems with Eyesight Less Severe
Abnormal Heart Rhythm Less Severe
Stuffy Nose Less Severe
Dry Mouth Less Severe
Incomplete or Infrequent Bowel Movements Less Severe
Inability to have an Erection Less Severe
Pain During Periods Less Severe
Sun-Sensitive Skin Less Severe
Hair Loss Less Severe
Dizzy Less Severe
Low Energy Less Severe
Involuntary Quivering Less Severe
Taste Problems Less Severe
Temporary Redness of Face and Neck Less Severe
Loss of Appetite Less Severe
Weight Loss Less Severe
Increased Hunger Less Severe
Fast Heartbeat Less Severe
Cough Less Severe
Chest Pain Less Severe
Throwing Up Less Severe
Gas Less Severe
Frequent Urination Less Severe
Stomach Cramps Less Severe
Confused Less Severe
Sexual Problems Less Severe
Altered Interest in Having Sexual Intercourse Less Severe


Rare side effects:
Hepatitis caused by Drugs Severe
Inflammation of Skin caused by an Allergy Severe
Seizures Severe
Swollen Lymph Nodes Severe
Abnormal Liver Function Tests Severe
Reaction due to an Allergy Severe
Allergic Reaction causing Serum Sickness Severe
Low Blood Sugar Severe
Low Amount of Sodium in the Blood Severe
Behaving with Excessive Cheerfulness and Activity Severe
Mild Degree of Mania Severe
Having Thoughts of Suicide Severe


This is from webmd.com. Anytime my dr puts me on something I want to know what is everything that is about it.

Answer 10

go to www.prozac.com/sideeffects