Should I give prozac a try??

Question

I would like to know weather I should listen to an endocrinologist, who is concerned about my diabetes, to take Prozac for binge eating and depression. This doctor believes I am depressed and that I need to be treated, but he is not a psychiatrist. I have a bad sleep pattern, but most of it is self inflicted. I am a bit anxious sometimes when I am not rested. I don't like my current full-time job and I have low self-esteem because I need to lose about 20 pounds to reach my ideal weight. My mother is bi-polar, I take care of her, and I don't have a boyfriend. I am not the happiest person, but will these meds fix me or will they only make me lose my job by adjusting to them and going crazy. Should I wait until I speak to a real psychiatrist and until see wheather my nervousness, anxiety, weakness, and dizziness's is due to physical problems (such as thyroid, iron, and diabetes), or should I try Prozac?? I might be bi-polar. I have no idea and I need help. I am going nuts!

Answer 1

There's a Q&A area at prozac.com where you answer their questions and see if you need it or not. I would definitely get a second opinion if I was you, but realising you need/want help is the first step. Make an appointment with a specialist as soon as you can.

Answer 2

Prozac does work for anxiety and depression; and it does sound as if you are having both. Prozac also has been known to work for eating disorders. I think your endocrinologist is right; Prozac could help you. However, getting a second opinion from a psychiatrist is also a good idea. In fact, Prozac in conjunction with talk therapy with a psychiatrist monitoring your progress is the best way to go. In most people, you will see results and begin to feel better after 2 - 4 weeks. It is very important that you take your Prozac consistently on a daily basis. Personally, I don't think it is good to take over 20 mg. a day of Prozac. From research I have read and from personal experience, taking Prozac in high doses (above 20 mg.) and taking it on a long term basis (longer than 9 months to a year) can create difficulties coming off of it. Always, you must wean yourself under a doctor's supervision when coming off of Prozac. There are few side effects from Prozac; the biggest side effect, however, is low libido. However, depression can be an even bigger cause of low libido. I know that Prozac helps low self-esteem; and talking to a psychiatrist regarding issues of being unhappy also would help. Good luck in your decision to feel better.

Answer 3

Maggie,
Depression is fixable. The best course of tx is med w talk therapy, From what you have said, I would try it. Look up Prozac, talk to your pharmacist. I, personally, am scared of Prozac, but there are so many good ADs out there. If you are bi-polar Prozac or another med may be appropriate. Get a qualified certified counselor and see what he/she thinks.

You may be going nuts today but tomorrow is another day!!! Peace!

Answer 4

I would give the Prozac a try. I know many people who use anti-depressants and are very happy with them. Prozac is not a cure all pill, but it will help take away the sharp peaks of your moods. The best thing, if you have any side effects, discontinue taking the pills.

I have used Zoloft and find that one works better for me.

Answer 5

Hello. First of all you need to understand that having to take an antidepressant does not make you any less of a person and it also does not make your life magically happy! There are underlying issues that may need to be identified. I suggest getting a complete physical from a family doctor before going on any medication and then asking him/her who and what they recommend if it is a mental issue. You may benefit from just talking out some of your issues rather than medicating. You can overcome your anxiety and fears. It just takes time and the right treatment.

Answer 6

I would find yourself a psychiatrist. Definitely seek some sort of treatment, yes, but psychiatrists know a lot more about this kind of stuff than endocrinologists -- Prozac might be just the thing, but it also might be totally the opposite of what you need.

Answer 7

my husband and i both tried Prozac and it did not cut our appetites, or make us feel any different. the reason it did not work on me is because i just found out that i was bi polar. now i am on a medication called saraquill. now that's a happy pill!!! give the Prozac a try, i know someone that it did help with her mood, but not her appetite. Good Luck!!

Answer 8

see a psychiatrist first , also get a second opinion on your other medical issues, of course a psychiatrist can help you in those other areas also because they are MDs too

Answer 9

Fluoxetine side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: skin rash or hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Report any new or worsening symptoms to your doctor, such as: mood or behavior changes, anxiety, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, or if you feel impulsive, irritable, agitated, hostile, aggressive, restless, hyperactive (mentally or physically), more depressed, or have thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights;
- high levels of serotonin in the body--agitation, hallucinations, fever, fast heart rate, overactive reflexes, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of coordination, fainting;
- low levels of sodium in the body--headache, confusion, slurred speech, severe weakness, vomiting, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady;
- severe nervous system reaction--very stiff (rigid) muscles, high fever, sweating, confusion, fast or uneven heartbeats, tremors, feeling like you might pass out; or
- severe skin reaction--fever, sore throat, swelling in your face or tongue, burning in your eyes, skin pain, followed by a red or purple skin rash that spreads (especially in the face or upper body) and causes blistering and peeling.
Common side effects may include:
- sleep problems (insomnia), strange dreams;
- headache, dizziness, 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;
- changes in weight or appetite;
- stuffy nose, sinus pain, sore throat, flu symptoms; or
- decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See also: Side effects (in more detail)


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Answer 10

Definitely see your psychiatrist.you don't want to be wrongly diagnosed and end up with a low dose dependency/addiction