Fluoxetine

What is Fluoxetine?

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 14,709 926
Depressed mood 5,881 880
Post-traumatic stress disorder 5,108 249
Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia) 1,039 166
Mild depression 785 119

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

Side effects as an overall problem
Severity Evaluations Percentage
Severe 218
Moderate 372
Mild 528
None 944

Member evaluations

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evaluated on Aug 23, 2008

  • Perceived effectiveness for emotional lability: Major
  • Side effects: None
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