2007-11-28 03:16:26 · 5 answers · asked by adams girl 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
most antidepressents, no matter how they work, increase the levels of dopamine, serotonin and/or norepinephrine in the brain. these are neurotransmitters. the sites in the brain in which they work are you "pleasure centers." so they make you feel a little better, make you more able to experience positive things, make you less likely to get stressed out over your obsessions/compulsions. it is probably going to be more like 3 weeks before you feel good effects, and you will likely feel the side effects before the good effects. side effects are usually dry mouth, upset stomach, reduced appetite, and insomnia. not everyone experiences all or any of these. once you get over the hump, however, the drugs can have very positive effects on your daily life.
despite what a lot of people want you to believe, the drugs really do work. certain drugs work better for certain people, so, if fluoxetine doesn't work great, that doesn't mean that brupropion or imipramine won't work. work with your doctor, preferably a psychiatrist. if your symptoms of depression and ocd are impairing you life and your well being, the drugs are definitely worth a shot.
2007-11-28 03:36:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If my pharmacy serves me correct I think that is Prozac. Prozac is an older drug but it serves its purpose. Personally the best antipressant is Lexapro. It is a newer medication on the market and works a little faster. With Prozac you have to wait at least 4 weeks for the drug to get into your system. You will not see any changes probably until that 4th week is over. Everyone is made differently so the effects that you have will be totally different than the effects that I got. I hope this has helped. Blessings for this Holiday Season.
2007-11-28 03:26:51 · answer #2 · answered by DERLANDSON 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It should in theory help although it seems to have quite a few side effects. The attached link should answer your question but don't act on my advice, see your GP. If you are taking it, certainly don't stop suddenly if you find it isn't helping much. I've copied the following from the attached link. I hope this helps.
"During marketing of fluoxetine and other SSRIs and SNRIs (serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors), there have been spontaneous reports of adverse events occurring upon discontinuation of these drugs, particularly when abrupt, including the following: dysphoric mood, irritability, agitation, dizziness, sensory disturbances (e.g., paresthesias such as electric shock sensations), anxiety, confusion, headache, lethargy, emotional lability, insomnia, and hypomania. While these events are generally self-limiting, there have been reports of serious discontinuation symptoms. Patients should be monitored for these symptoms when discontinuing treatment with fluoxetine."
2007-11-28 03:34:36 · answer #3 · answered by tattyhead65 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stay away from these damn drugs they continually push on people. You must research the side effects (which the doctor won't tell you).
Get on the net and start thinking for yourself.
2007-11-28 03:23:01 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Made me shake! ALOT
2007-11-28 03:19:58 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It should make it better.
2007-11-28 03:19:33 · answer #6 · answered by michinoku2001 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋