What is Fluoxetine?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: FluoxetineBrand:
Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It is used to treat major depressive disorder, moderate to severe bulimia nervosa, obsessive compulsive and panic disorders. It may also be used for selective mutism and dementia related agitation.
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How do members experience Fluoxetine?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major depressive disorder | 14,714 | 928 | |
| Depressed mood | 5,885 | 881 | |
| Post-traumatic stress disorder | 5,109 | 249 | |
| Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia) | 1,039 | 166 | |
| Mild depression | 787 | 120 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Decreased sex drive (libido) | 76 | |
| Sexual dysfunction | 72 | |
| Nausea | 69 | |
| Weight gain | 68 | |
| Anxious mood | 43 | |
| Vivid dreams | 37 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 218 | |
| Moderate | 373 | |
| Mild | 527 | |
| None | 946 |
Member evaluations
Joshua2349
evaluated on Dec 02, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for fibromyalgia: None
- Side effects: Severe
Gidget
evaluated on Dec 09, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for fibromyalgia: Major
- Side effects: Severe
paperclipcat
evaluated on Jan 15, 2008
- Perceived effectiveness for depressed mood: Can't tell
- Side effects: Severe
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