Taking fluoxetine, what can I use for a bad cough from cold or strep throat?

Serotonin syndrome is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by an excess of serotonin in the body, usually triggered by medications or drugs that increase serotonin activity. It most commonly occurs when certain antidepressants, migraine medications, opioids, or illicit drugs are taken alone in high doses or, more often, in combination. Common drug classes that can cause serotonin syndrome include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), and opioids like tramadol.

Prozac and Zoloft represent two of the most widely prescribed antidepressant medications in the United States. Both medications belong to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), which have revolutionized depression treatment since their introduction in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Studies have shown fluoxetine (Prozac, Reconcile), when prescribed by your veterinarian, is usually a safe and effective medicine for dogs for the treatment of behavioral disorders like separation anxiety. It is most effective when used in conjunction with a behavior modification plan for your pet. Do not give your dog Prozac or fluoxetine unless it has been prescribed by your veterinarian. Continue reading