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Prozac - Antidepressant
Side Effects:
May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Other side effects include heartburn, loss of appetite, headache,
anxiety, flushing or sweating, change in sexual desire or ability.
If these symptoms persist or worsen, inform your doctor.
Notify your doctor if you develop a rapid heart rate, difficulty
swallowing, whites spots or swelling of the mouth/tongue or difficulty
urinating.
In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug,
seek immediate medical attention.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling,
dizziness or trouble breathing. 
Precautions:
Tell doctor your medical history, especially of a recent heart
attack, a history of seizures; heart, liver or kidney disease, diabetes
and of any allergies
Because fluoxetine may make you dizzy/drowsy, use caution performing
tasks that require alertness such as driving or using machinery.
Limit alcohol consumption.
This drug should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
This drug is excreted into breast milk.
The manufacturer of this drug states that taking this drug while
breast-feeding is not recommended.
Consult with your doctor about breast-feeding.
Generic Name: Fluoxetine HCl
Dependency development? - No
Uses
Treats mental depression, particularly in people who do not tolerate
tricyclic antidepressants..
Interaction With Other Substances;
Alcohol: Possible toxicity of both drugs.
Beverages: Decreases effect of fluoxetine.
Cocaine: Decreases effect of fluoxetine.
Foods: None expected.
Marijuana: Decreases effect of fluoxetine.
Tobacco: Decreases effect of fluoxetine.
Interaction With Other Drugs;
Anticoagulants May cause confusion, agitation, convulsions, high
blood pressure.
Central nervous system (CNS) depressants Increases depressant effect
of both drugs.
Digitalis preparations May cause confusion, agitation, convulsions,
high blood pressure.
MAO inhibitors May cause confusion, agitation, convulsions, high
blood pressure.
Tryptophan Increased chance of agitation, restlessness, stomach
upsets.
Overdose
Symptoms:
Seizures, agitation, violent vomiting.
What To Do:
- Dial 0 (operator) or 911 (emergency) for an ambulance or medical
help. Then give first aid immediately.
- See EMERGENCY Information.
After:
Life-threatening:
Rash, itchy skin, breathing difficulty (allergic reaction), chest
pain. Seek emergency treatment immediately.
Common:
Diarrhea, nervousness, drowsiness, headache, increased sweating,
insomnia. Continue. Call doctor when convenient.
Infrequent:
Chills, fever, joint or muscle pain, enlarged lymph glands, unusual
excitability, blurred vision, chest pain. Discontinue. Call doctor
right away.
Nightmares, taste changes, vision changes, decreased sex drive,
dry mouth, skin flushing, urinating frequently, dysmenorrhea, stuffy
nose, tremors.
Continue. Call doctor when convenient.
Rare:
Convulsions. Discontinue. Seek emergency treatment.
Fast heartbeat, abdominal pain. Discontinue. Call doctor right away.
Nausea, vomiting, constipation, cough, increased appetite. Continue.
Call doctor when convenient.
THIS INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR,
THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR OTHER
HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. IT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO INDICATE
THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR YOU.
CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING THIS DRUG.
Natural therapy, remedy;
Name: Nerve Settler
Uses: Hyperactivity, Panic Attacks, Restlessness, Nervous Breakdown,
Nervousness, Insomnia, Stress,
3 tsp. Chamomile tincture
3 tsp. Valerian tincture
3 tsp. Oat Seed tincture
2 tsp. Gotu Kola tincture
1 tsp. Lemon Balm tincture or glycerite
Mix the tinctures together and store in an amber glass bottle.
Take 1 dropperful 3 times daily or as needed.
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