Fluoxetine (Generic Prozac)
Eli Lilly, the manufacturer of the popular brand of Fluoxetine called Prozac, states the following in terms of the uses, treatments, and symptoms for this medication:
Fluoxetine is commonly prescribed as a treatment for those suffering from bulimia, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and even for those who suffer from extreme cases of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PDD).
Fluoxetine, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), has been proven to be effective treatment for depression, anxiety, panic attacks and major depressive disorders. Serotonin is neurotransmitter that is primarily responsible for the regulation of several elements of everyday life (including learning mood, memory, rewards and sleep). Users who have taken Fluoxetine as prescribed have experienced improvement in their moods, increased levels of energy and improved outlook and interest in daily and feel less compelled to perform repeated actions (i.e. washing hands, turning light switch on and off. Users suffering from bulimia have reported a decrease in their binging and purging when treated with Fluoxetine.
These declarations come from the manufacturer of this medication and should not constitute medical advice. Please consult a doctor to see if this medication is right for you and how you should use it. Relief Seeker provides information about products and their manufacturers and does not offer any medical advice.