Drug Uses
Prozac is a perfect remedy for abnormal conditions of brain that include depression (accompanied by sleeplessness, unworthiness and leads to severe actions like suicide), bulimia (a disorder caused by bad eating habits), panic disorder (fear from crowd and elements like water and fire), premenstrual dysphoric disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder. The drug has been found effective in case of children as well as adults and the effectiveness appears in 4-5 weeks.

How to Take Drug
The dose of Prozac to be consumed depends upon the age of consumer and also on the disorder he or she is suffering from. Here is the summary of recommended doses to be consumed:

• In case of depression or obsessive repulsive disorder, 20mg of Prozac must be consumed once a day.
• In case of bulimia, amount of dose is enhanced to 60mg, but it depends upon the age and other health issues.
• For panic disorder, Prozac-10mg is sufficient, however, physicians might increase amount in few cases.
• The dose may be consumed before or after food.

Drug Precautions
Prozac must be avoided in the case you recently suffered from heart disorders or liver infections. It must also be avoided in the case of seizures and epilepsy. Before starting Prozac, you must inform your physician in the following cases:

• If you suffer from diabetes.
• If your body experience allergies from certain medicines.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you have the history of maniac disorders or suicidal attempts.
• If your profession includes heavy labor or driving.

Drug Interactions
Prozac has the potential to interact with other drugs, if considered simultaneously. It is highly recommended to keep your physician informed about other medications taken by you. Here is the list of drugs that might interact with Prozac to result in undesirable situations:

• Antipsychotic drugs like Pimozide
• Seizure treatment drugs
• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors like Isocarboxazid
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications like Anaprox and Ibuprofen
• Warfarin, flecainide , alprazolam, vinblastine etc.

Side Effects
There are endless symptoms associated with Prozac intake. One must immediately contact the physician, if following indications are absorbed after consuming Prozac:

• Insomnia and nausea
• Diarrhea and loss of appetite
• Nervousness, anxiety and tremors
• Dry mouth and sweating
• Impotence and premature ejaculation
• High blood pressure
• Ear pain and vision problems
• Fever, vomiting and chest pain
• Agitation, confusion, bad dreams and suicidal thoughts
• Asthma, stroke, menstrual problems, hair loss, diabetes, congestive heart failure in rare cases

Missed Dose
In case of missed dose, it is recommended to take it, if much time has not passed. Otherwise it is better to skip it and avoid taking two doses with very less gap in between.

Overdose
In case of overdose, you need to consult your physician immediately to avois hazardous conditions like high fever, acute vomiting, mania, coma, sleepiness, unstable blood pressure and abnormal heartbeat.

Storage
Prozac must be stored at room temperature and at a place away from the reach of heat, light, moisture and children.