Fluoxetine User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Tex...
• June 19, 2016

Fluoxetine for Anxiety and Stress "Been on Prozac for 3 weeks now and starting to see light at the end of the tunnel. Stomach pain and nausea the first couple of weeks but much better now. I'm sleeping well and feel more relaxed. I find I actually want to do things like take a walk, play with grandkids, clean the house, and take care of myself. I didn't want to do anything before Prozac. I just existed. Thanks to Prozac, I'm now living at 56 years old!"

• Bri...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 6, 2019

Fluoxetine for Anxiety and Stress "I've always struggled with ADHD/anxiety my entire life. I was leery about taking meds due to the way society has put such a bad name on it, and I felt less of a person by taking it. I finally let my doctor convince me to take Prozac 20mg, and it's the best thing I've done for myself and my family. I feel like the person I've always been meant to be. I can think more clearly and handle stressful situations. I'm a wife and mother and can say my marriage has improved as little things don't bother me like before. I have more patience with my kids and have become closer with them. At first, I was constantly tired and hungry and almost had no desire to do anything, but after reading reviews, I decided to push forward, and after 6 weeks, everything changed. My exhaustion went away, and a more normal appetite came back. It's been 2 months, and I feel like I have more energy and am enjoying life so much more! My advice is to not give up. It takes time and has the ability to change things for the better!"

• Mag...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 28, 2019

For Hot Flashes "This is my first time ever writing on a forum but feel compelled since these tablets have been a mini miracle. I can sleep! I’m not shouting at my children! I like my husband again! I’m being nice to my work colleagues! I’m looking forward to my 50th birthday! My holiday to Mexico! OK, I’m yawning a lot which is rather odd but otherwise I’m thrilled and also grateful to all of the lovely ladies who have taken the time to post on this forum. For anybody reading this, my doctor wanted to see me on week three and I was feeling a little odd and unsettled. But great, now I’m week four. Long may this positive feeling continue."

• Laz...
• December 16, 2018

Fluoxetine for Depression "Prozac saved my life. I have been on Prozac for almost 4 years now, in various doses depending on the intensity of my depression, and my mood/behavior has immensely improved since. The first time I attempted suicide they put me on 10 mg in the psychiatric facility. After three days of the Prozac, the horrible thoughts completely silenced. I woke up in the morning... happy?! I felt a real smile. I could finally laugh and feel real joy out of human interaction. There were zero intrusive thoughts. I went up to 30 mg and then 40 mg after a few months, which I am still taking to this day. I have tried to come off of Prozac and unfortunately I am just not ready. Which is okay! Prozac has been such a wonderful option for me. It feels great not wanting to hurt yourself all of the time. I can’t remember the last time I had suicidal thoughts. Eventually I will taper back down to 20 mgs, and one day I dream to be Prozac free. Happiness is possible! (:"

• Mam...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 25, 2024

Fluoxetine for Depression "Let me just start with saying Prozac has changed my life for the better. I started taking it at age 40. I have tried so many other medications and couldn’t get past the side effects in the first few days (headache, sleepiness, or insomnia), but I started on 10mg and I felt fine, just the slightest headache but was manageable. Over a few months, I went up to 40mg. Each increase bettered my life. I stopped sleepwalking on day 2, was able to forgive a relative that I’ve had a long grudge against, drove through busy traffic which before I was too scared, my sex drive came back, and for the first time in 2 years I kissed my fiancée passionately and I initiated it. My life was falling apart due to being hurt so deeply and my brain couldn’t recover. Prozac has made me enjoy life again and not be scared of everything and to stop pushing everyone away. I have also been able to think clearer at work and home and get out of my usual thinking patterns. So glad I tried this."

• Bro...
• May 14, 2013

Fluoxetine for Depression "Started on 10mg while seeing a mental health professional (counselor) simultaneously. Medicine kicked in at about 3 weeks of treatment and got better when MD increased the dosage to 20 mg 6 weeks into treatment. It's been a consistent once daily oral capsule 20 mg for the past 3 1/2 months. Mood has lifted. Wakes up with clear thoughts. Lessened racing negative thoughts. Reduced anticipation of negative events and occurrences. Obsessive-compulsive rituals reduced. Answer the phone with more ease and less concerned about making mistakes in front of people. Anxiety greatly reduced, lessened depressive thoughts. Definitely helps you to look forward to life. It works better to see counselor at the same time so you can track progress."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 22, 2020

Fluoxetine for Panic Disorder "Do not give up! This drug does work but it takes time. I am going on week 4 of 20 mg, and I am finally starting to feel better and more like myself. The first week was REALLY hard. For 2 days, I had massive anxiety, worse than ever before, to the point where I felt like I couldn’t breathe. I almost stopped this medication, but I pushed through because that’s what everyone said. After those few days, it got better. I don’t have a lot of 'what if' thoughts anymore, and I am starting to feel myself. I know this is different for everyone, but my advice is to try to push through the first 2 weeks if you can!"

• Anonymous
• May 13, 2020

Fluoxetine for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder "This medication Prozac has helped me so much and has truly saved my life. My OCD and panic attacks were taking over my life to the point where I felt I could barely function. When this medicine began working for me, I felt that I finally am the person I want to be if my OCD and anxiety did not stand in my way. This medication was absolutely amazing for my OCD and anxiety/panic attacks. I am on 50mg."

• stv...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 3, 2020

Fluoxetine for Anxiety and Stress "Prozac was 8 weeks nightmare at first then all of a sudden I went from needing zopiclone to sleep to being able to sleep myself within 30 mins. My mood has picked up and I can better take my stress. I'm only on 20mg and took it due to trauma at work and subsequent insomnia. Life changing in a great way."

• Ak7...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 18, 2016

Fluoxetine for Panic Disorder "I started taking this magic pill about 4 months ago. I've had general anxiety disorder and depression for at least 20 years. My biggest anxiety is with taking medication. Finally, at 44, it hit me like a brick and I stopped driving and couldn't work due to crippling anxiety and irrational fears. I sought help and got the courage to start on 10 mg Prozac about 4.5 months ago, increased to 20 mg after 3 weeks. I have to say this medication truly saved my life and sanity! I feel normal again and anxiety is gone! I recommend it to anyone who has doubts about it, it truly works :)"

• Mom...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 2, 2014

Fluoxetine for Depression "I finally had the guts to mention my depression to my doctor. Thank God! I was depressed for years and was at the point of uncontrollable crying, missing work because of it. This was not the wife and mother I wanted to be, so I finally asked for help. It has changed my life. No more depression and many things that used to cause me stress bother me much less or not at all. Not many side effects except fatigue, appetite loss, and a spacey feeling that only lasted a few days. Please don't wait to ask for help. I wish I had done this long ago."

• Anx...
• February 19, 2024

Fluoxetine for Anxiety and Stress "I've been on Prozac for about 5 months now, suffered with extreme anxiety, restlessness, stress, and constantly feeling nervous on a regular daily basis. This is the best way I can describe how Prozac makes me feel and act: my anxiety isn't present anymore, in situations where I know I definitely get anxious (even for the right reasons). I feel like there is some sort of shield, or like a protective layer on my nerves and anxiety. It's like I don't feel the 100% raw effect of the anxiety and stress, more like 20% to even zero sometimes. As a 32-year-old woman, I came to a point where I knew I need to stop feeling everything all of the time at its most intensity, I just want to experience feelings in a moderate and balanced state. At first, it was weird to not feel the 100% anxiety and stress when you're in situations where you know you would feel them constantly before, and it keeps getting better after. I feel free to go on about my day without my emotions, stress, and nerves hijacking me."

• Ann...
• April 17, 2014

Fluoxetine for Depression "Prozac is great! When you first start, you can feel a little anxious, but hang in there. It has changed my whole outlook on life after being really depressed after a divorce and trying to raise two kids on my own. It gave me the confidence to get a job and enjoy working again. Before it, I had little confidence. I love laughing again, which I do a lot now! No side effects for me, except feeling a bit weird and anxious for the first few weeks."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 27, 2023

Fluoxetine for Anxiety and Stress "Honestly, this changed my life. I’m only in my 3rd week with Prozac, but I’ve seen the biggest change in my anxiety. I can actually laugh about the things that would make me worry to the point I was sick on a day-to-day basis. I’ve always been skeptical of antidepressants, but this one is worth it. The side effects go away within a few weeks, max. The only thing that was bothersome was the insomnia, but it only kept me up about 2 hours after my original bedtime. Don’t let the side effects keep you from taking this drug though, once you’re on the other side, you’ll realize that yes, the grass is sometimes greener on the other side! I’ve had the most peace and the most stress-free life in 3 weeks than I’ve had in 20 years. It’s a game changer."

• gab...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 2, 2013

Fluoxetine for Anxiety and Stress "This medicine has been a lifesaver for me. It's the only antidepressant that has worked. I lost weight on it (which I needed to), feel less stressed, can handle stress, thoughts are not obsessive anymore, I laugh more and interact more with friends. I don't feel scared every day. If you are thinking of taking it, give it at least 4-6 weeks to kick in. It's worth it."

• Anonymous
• June 21, 2008

Fluoxetine for Depression "Well, I just started taking Prozac to help me deal with depression and anxiety. I returned from a tour in Iraq about three months ago, and my symptoms kept getting worse and worse. I've been taking Prozac for about a week now, and I'm already feeling relief from it. It's like all the problems are still there, they just don't get to me like they used to. It's been very helpful so far."

• pro...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 12, 2014

Fluoxetine for Bulimia "I would not be alive today if not for Prozac. I was throwing up 5 times a day and so desperately unhappy. I often thought of suicide. I escaped an abusive childhood only to move on to the living hell that is bulimia. Within two weeks of Prozac, my all-consuming thoughts about food, weight, and throwing up diminished, and I started focusing on my future, college, and doing something other than throwing up all day. I weaned myself off of it after about 2 years of being bulimia-free. I was bulimic for 13 years and haven't thrown up now in 15 years (except for the flu). Please try it for bulimia, no negative side effects that I remember."

• EmB...
• December 8, 2014

Fluoxetine for Anxiety and Stress "I am one of the few people who doesn't suffer from some mixed form of depression & anxiety; I'm straight anxious. I have been on 10-20 mg Prozac for about 7 months now - starting was a little rocky in terms of heightened anxiety, gastrointestinal problems, and nausea, but those leveled off after 3 wks. Now, in conjunction with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and daily mental work, I have to say that this medicine really has helped me get to a place where I can actually implement permanent habits and positive thought cycles and RELAX, whereas before I had a lot of trouble not being stuck as a result of my ruminating, anxiety, fear, guilt, etc. It's also been really great for my marriage, and my husband has been a big teammate. It's been good."

• Emi...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 11, 2023

Fluoxetine for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder "I want to write a review to help anyone feeling stressed about starting Prozac. I take it for anxiety and OCD, and it seriously changed my life. I was nervous about taking medication for my mental health because I was scared of side effects or it turning me into someone I'm not. I am super reactive to any medication, so I was even more nervous. Prozac changed my life. I take 20 mg once daily, and I have never noticed any side effects beyond some nausea/heartburn if I take it without food or before bed. I usually take it in the morning with breakfast, and that solved any problems! I've taken 20 mg for almost 3 years, and I have fewer panic attacks, can work through CBT and exposure therapy so much easier. If your doctor is recommending this to you, I really recommend trying it! I was once reading all these reviews, scared out of my mind, so hopefully, this helps someone."

• Ngu...
• January 27, 2020

Fluoxetine for Depression "Anyone gain weight from taking Prozac after a long run? I dare not start Prozac after reading from the internet that Prozac is likely to cause weight gain after 6 months of taking it. Is it true? Can someone share their experience with me?"

• Anonymous
• March 17, 2010

Fluoxetine for Depression "I had taken Prozac for 3 years and had been off for 1 year. In the 3 years that I took it, it was really amazing. I stopped having irrational thoughts, stopped feeling hopeless, and could make a decision without going crazy. I stopped taking it after 3 years thinking that I may not need it anymore. The depression came back gradually during this time, getting worse day by day. Nothing bad was happening in my life during this time. My doctor classifies this as clinical depression. So currently, I am back on Prozac and feel normal again. I realize that I may have to take it for a long time and I am perfectly fine with that."

• spi...
• September 20, 2014

Fluoxetine for Anxiety and Stress "I have been an anxiety/depression patient for 5 years now. Have taken all kinds of medicines, have had stints of quitting only to fall back on the meds, went medication-free for 3 full months before symptoms began to show again. I can honestly say that FOR ME, Prozac has allowed me to live life. At my worst, I wasn't even able to go in a store even if it was only for one item. Now I can take my kids grocery shopping with no issues. Like I said, FOR ME, this has worked."

• Ale...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 20, 2014

Fluoxetine for Panic Disorder "I started experiencing panic attacks a few months ago, so bad that I thought I was dying each time I had one. My college NP prescribed me Prozac. The first month of taking it was hell. My anxiety definitely increased, and I had more frequent panic attacks. My doctor said this was normal and to stick with it, and I did! Let me tell you, it has changed my life. I am able to function normally now, and even though I experience some anxiety, I am able to manage it. Prozac has just made me a genuinely happier person, and I recommend it to anyone with anxiety, especially with panic attacks and depression."

• Cal...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 5, 2019

For Depression "I’ve been off and on fluoxetine since I was 14. In the past, something bad would happen (family death, etc.) it would throw me into a deep depression for months. I would go to the doctor, go on fluoxetine, do a bit of counseling, feel better, and decide I didn’t need to take it anymore. This is because I am an idiot. I have spent 23 years struggling, avoiding meds if I can, so preoccupied with the implications of being on meds (am I a 'mental'?) that I missed the point. Some of us just need medicines. Finally, at 36 years old, I realized I was too tired and too miserable to waste any more of my life feeling this way. So I went back on the meds. And I feel amazing. I’m a chronic case, I’ll be taking these for the rest of my life, but I’m just relieved to not have to live that daily struggle anymore. I have so much energy. I know not everyone experiences this, but if you’re out there struggling with depression, just go to the doctor. Life can be better."

• you...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 11, 2014

Fluoxetine for Anxiety and Stress "Not happy, not sad, just there. Actually not even there... Everything is kind of like a daze. But it feels a lot better than being crazy stressed out all the time and freaking out over trivial things, just I don't feel like myself. But the good thing is I'm living in the moment instead of the past or worrying about the future."