User Reviews for Fluoxetine

Sarafem (fluoxetine): I just finished my first 7-day cycle of Sarafem for PMS (PMDD). During that week, I was a little uncomfortable with the way I was feeling - sweating at night, some sleeplessness, a little jittery. However, once I got my period and realized the amazing contrast in this month compared to all the other prior torturous months, those side effects were totally worth it. I have never had a PMS-symptom-free month like this one. It was miraculous!

Prozac (fluoxetine): After about 3 months or so, all of the side effects that I was having disappeared. It works great for my PMS, anxiety and even helps me to think clearer (ADD). Just be patient. One thing that I don't like is the weight gain, but plump and happy is better than thin and cranky.

Prozac (fluoxetine): I have used Prozac for premenstrual dysphoric disorder, anxiety, panic disorder and depression and it has helped a lot. When I first started the drug, I lost 25 lbs, I think due to the fact that I felt better. My panic attacks were gone and I could actually feel the drug calming me down. Prozac got rid of my PMS and PMDD completely. With Prozac I can even think more clearly and I am more alert and think quickly in stressful situations, instead of being stressed out and in a panic. The only side effects are that after I went back to the drug after being off of it for a while, the weight loss stopped and I had to watch that I did not gain weight. Also, the sexual side effects, but aphrodisiacs help a lot.

Sarafem (fluoxetine): I wish I knew about this medication years ago. It has been a year this month and I have had tremendous results. My husband is shocked. This was very scary for me to try because I always was told that I should use alternate ways to relieve my symptoms. My mother and grandmother suffered from PMDD and I wish they had this option. I highly recommend it, especially for those who do everything else; eating right and exercising.

Sarafem (fluoxetine): I take 10mg for just 14 days before I get my period. It definitely helps with my mood and uncontrollable anger. Before taking this, the silliest things would make me want to scream! When my husband asked me why I take it, I tell him that I take it in order to extend HIS life expectancy :-) Enough Said? Only down side: Insomnia. Worth it though.

Sarafem (fluoxetine): I started taking Sarafem for my severe PMS about 2 months ago and am SHOCKED at how well it has worked for me! I take it for about 7 days before my cycle - the same week that normally I would be paralyzed with anxiety and absurd thoughts due to my PMS. The Sarafem worked the first day. What is also odd is the rest of the month was even better, even though I wasn't taking anything. The 15mg was a little too much for me -- I was WAY TOO HAPPY --- but splitting it in half is perfect.

Sarafem (fluoxetine): I cried for no reason for 3 weeks straight. Doctor put me on Sarafem (fluoxetine). Feel much better. Haven't shed a tear since. I've been on this medicine for 3 years. No more blues.

fluoxetine: I was prescribed Prozac for my Prementrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) symptoms. Mood swings and migraines were helped immediately. Cost with insurance was very low. Seemed like a great choice.

Sarafem (fluoxetine): I've been taking fluoxetine (Sarafem) for PMDD for about 8 years now. I just recently was upped from 10 to 20 mg after symptoms of PMDD started to come back. That jump in dosage was enough to get me back on track and feeling better. I recommend this drug for sufferers of PMDD.

fluoxetine: Love it. Taken in conjunction with Yaz for extreme irritablility. I haven't thrown a printer across the room since I started taking it.

Sarafem (fluoxetine): I have taken Fluoxetine for PMDD for 3 months and the results have been remarkable. I take 20 mg daily. I still get a bit down around my period but I am able to control myself. I do experience some side effects. I wake up around 3-4am and have difficulty going back to sleep, my legs are restless at night and during the first few weeks only I lost interest in personal grooming and became lethargic. I can live with the side effects. My quality of life has greatly improved since taking Fluoxetine.

fluoxetine: I am in my late 40's. Had bad mood dips for my whole life 3-5 days before my cycle. Bad enough to think about divorce and feel that life was utterly black and hopeless every month, then swinging back to everything being fine a few days later. I finally got up the guts to talk to a gyn about it. Fluoxetine has changed my whole family life. I finally feel able to reasonably handle the normal rhythm of things. If any one wonders if their mood swings are bad enough to take something to help, I advise you to talk to your provider and give Prozac a try. There is nothing to lose and everything to gain.

Sarafem (fluoxetine): Premenstrual dysphoric disorder made being in my own head miserable. I have been on Sarafem for three months now and the difference is amazing. My husband has noticed that I am calmer and less emotional over trivial things since I started taking it. I feel that I am more able to cope with daily life in the two weeks of the month that used to give me uncontrollable anxiety and anger issues. I have noticed a few side effects including some loss of appetite and a bit of sleeplessness the first few weeks of taking Sarafem but the benefits definitely outweigh these drawbacks.

Sarafem (fluoxetine): I was given Sarafem to help with moodiness and rage during a few weeks out of the month. I took it for 2 days and cannot get off the couch. I am so drowsy. I took a low dosage.

fluoxetine: This medicine did a great job in "leveling" off my emotions. I didn't cry nearly as easy when I was going through PMDD. I also handled some serious crisis' in life much easier. The negative part was that I was so very tired all of the time. I had very little energy and I couldn't get enough sleep. Prior to taking the medicine, I had been working out on a very regular basis, however, after taking the medicines, I lost all interest in it. I quickly put back on the 15 lbs that I had worked so hard to get rid of. After speaking with my physician again, I'm going to try Wellbutrin instead. Hopefully the energy will return and I can resume my workout regimen.