Fluoxetine (Prozac®) is an antidepressant (mood elevator) drug, used medically in the treatment of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders, bulimia-nervosa and panic disorder. Fluoxetine is also used (off-label) to treat many other conditions, such as ADHD.

On the other hand, fluoxetine (Sarafem®) is more commonly used to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder.

Compared to other popular SSRIs, fluoxetine has a strong energizing effect. This makes fluoxetine highly effective in treatment of clinical depression cases where symptoms like depressed mood and lack of energy prevail.

This medication can sometimes be prescribed for other uses, but it is strongly recommended that you ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

 

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