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Fluoxetine? Fluoxetin is a common misspelling of fluoxetine.

Fluoxetine (Prozac^®) is a medication used for the treatment of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, and bulimia. When used in combination with Zyprexa^® (olanzapine), it is also approved for treating bipolar depression and treatment-resistant depression. It can also be used to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).

The drug is known as an SSRI, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor. This means that it works by blocking the reuptake of serotonin in the brain when levels become unbalanced. Generic fluoxetine is currently available and is produced by a number of manufacturers.

(For an in-depth discussion on this drug, click Fluoxetine. This article takes a closer look at how fluoxetine works, possible side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.)