Fluxetina

Were you looking for information about
 Fluoxetine? Fluxetina is a common misspelling of fluoxetine.
 
A healthcare provider may prescribe fluoxetine (Prozac®) to help treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, or bulimia. The drug belongs to a class of medications known as SSRIs, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. It blocks the reuptake of serotonin in the brain when levels become unbalanced. Fluoxetine is available in capsule and liquid form, and is generally taken once or twice a day.
 
(For a complete overview of this drug, click Fluoxetine. This article further discusses the uses of this drug and also offers information on dosing guidelines, side effects, and more.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;