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what are the food and the drinks that we should watch out for when taking prozac ? inderal?

Steve V replied: "any alcohol or high energy drinks."

ladyren replied: "grapefruit---tends to increase amount of anout any med in your bloodstream. Google it"

michelle c replied: "Alcohol mainly, and other CNS depressants (medications that make you sleepy, woozy, uncoordinated, etc). And grapefruit does not interact with all medicines."

Does any know if taking Prozac and eating chocolate can cause a skin rash? Does any know if taking Prozac and eating chocolate can cause a skin rash? Or eating any other food can cause rashes?

It's me:) replied: "I don't think so. I took prozac for a long time, and I never noticed any rashes after eating particular foods."

What is the known side effects of prozac? When you have taken Prozac has it caused you to have upset stomach regardless if you taken it with or without food? Also if you have I.B.S Irritable Bowel Syndrome and you take or have taken Prozac did it make your I.B.S worse?

larry g replied: "yes and yes"

Yenmor replied: "Prozac made me gain weight, have vivid crazy dreams and lose sex drive. It did not make me happy, but helped me cope. The pain of depression did go away. No problems with upset stomach."

nessieloseslake replied: "Prozac as well as the other SSRIs can cause GI upset. However, they're the most widely prescribed anti-depressant class because their side effects aren't typically as severe as other classes of medications used to treat depression. If your side effects are impacting your life, it's important that you contact your doctor or psychiatrist to talk about it. There may be better choices."

How can I make myself happy until the Prozac starts working? I'm 14, and depressed. I just started Prozac today (10mg once a day for the first week, then I'm supposed to take 20mg). My doctor told me that it's going to take a few weeks before it starts working, what can I do to keep myself happy until then? PS, Don't suggest exercise. I have no motivation to exercise, the only thing that makes me feel a little better is food and tv.

The Truth is out There & so am I replied: "Play your Guitar =)"

Apple replied: "oh wow, first of all, I cannot tell you how much I hate how much people tell me to exercise to feel happy, so I'm there with you. :) Honestly, if you are able to, just be good to yourself. Pamper yourself. If you like to read, grab a good book at a used book store (they are cheap!). Take a bubble bath. Hog the tv for awhile and claim a few "mental health hours". If it's nice out, grab a blanket and sit outside (sunlight on its own can help relieve depression.)"

Ben N replied: "when i feel down i listen to The Beatles!!!!!! every time i listen to them Positive Things pop out in my mind!!! HONESTLY!!!!! they r great!!!!"

Juliana replied: "think of the things you like to do. SHould they be art, music, just sitting out doors and enjoying nature or a bubble bath on a rainy day. and do them =] embrace the things that bring you joy. Leave no time for the harder, sadder thoughts. hang in there =] oh...and drugs won't help in the long run. A persons mind works wonderfully. It will settle the uncomfortable thoughts untill the day comes when you're prepared to handle them. You'll find that you no longer need the Prozac."

melody replied: "i dont know do what you like watch tv, read, play with your siblings (if you have any) play with your pets (again if you have any) and eat a bunch of food that makes you feel good like i love to eat chocolate even when im not sad and vanilla ice cream"

Peace, Not War replied: "Music cures everything. Music is my life, my soul, my heart. A happy song to listen to is "I Wanna Be Sedated" By The Ramones. Your not alone. Many people have depression, somtimes because they have no friends, bad marks in school, parents divorce, or just plain aint happy with life. So once again, your not alone. And as the great words of the Beatles, " Let It Be" Peace and Love"

Reynir replied: "First of all get off your ass and stop watching TV. Go out, read a book, go for a swim in the ocean, buy a bag of weed and listen to The Beatles. aaand, it always helpt me(when I felt depressed) just thinking about how really small we are compared to the world. Maybe the earth is just a tiny little stone under a giant's fingernail... So just live your life and don't waist it feeling bad."

Melissa replied: "Try taking a bubble bath or relaxing with a good book. Try getting outside and getting as much sun as you can, even if it's just for 5 or 10 minutes at a time. Play your guitar and/or listen to music. Do something that you enjoy, like the tv, the computer, or playing a game. When you are feeling really blue, allow yourself a special treat like ice cream or chocolate. Try writing about it or even journaling. Sometimes it helps to get your feelings out of your head and on to paper. The Chicken Soup For The Soul has a good "teenage journal" that helped me a lot. You could also try talking to a friend or parent about how you are feeling. Try to keep busy. The busier you are, the easier things will be. Good luck and I hope you feel better soon!"

soccermom replied: "Get some sun light daily and laugh watch something funny,tell jokes whatever it takes laughter and light therapy do wonders.Good luck Smile :)"

Gretchen replied: "write down all the good things about your self like maybe how pretty you are blah bla blah"

isis v replied: "sleep through the depression thats what I do you won't have to deal with reality if you are asleep."

Kenzie E replied: "Aw Im ssorry you feel that way. Ya know what suprisingly makes you feel tons better? Writing every thing that your feeling down on a piece of paper then just throwing it away. Im the type of person who tries to make everyone happy and has to always be happy. So I keep things botteled up inside alot so it feels really good to let it all out and plus I love to write. You could also take a long bubble bath wuith all those cool bath salt stuff.:) thats always fun. Or liston to music, not the sad heart break song, the upbeat makes ya wanna dance songs(like Lady Gaga) Or even swimmign can calm you down. Just do things yoiu love, have fun, and goodluck! i wish you the very best:)"

taylor replied: "maybe you should try making someone else feel better to make you feel good. i honestly dont think depressed people should be on yahoo answers making other people feel depressed. but im still going to try and help you anyways. When you're depressed it seems as though nothing could ever make you happy. well think back on the days when you weren't depressed. what made you happy then? you have no motivation, but if you just did those things anyways you would realize that it really does help. ive walked before and well it didnt really help that much, but if i watch tv or do something that takes over my whole mind(concentrating) then i can almost forget about it for that time"

can i Take prozac and cipralex at the same time? if i take prozac alone it doesnot give good relief .nd if i take cipralex i feel very good ,but i gain weight.where is i take prozac ,with it ,it stops my graving for food.

YA Junkie replied: "I'm glad you feel very good when you take cipralex. However, weight gain is a very common problem with this med. I have met many people with depression and related mood disorders at a weekly support group I attend. Prozac and cipralex are very similar medications (called SSRIs). I don't recall every meeting anyone taking two SSRIs at the same time. However, this combo MIGHT work. I suggest talking it over with your doctor. I am on 4 medications for major depression, so drug combos are common in complicated cases. By the way, prozac usually does not cause weight gain, so that is probably the reason that cipralex increases your weight, but prozac does not. Another possiblity is combining cipralex with wellbutrin. This med is an antidepressant that usually causes many folks to lose weight ! Of course, your MD will have to be the final judge on whether this combo makes sense."

Burning sensation - could I be a side effect of Prozac? Serious answers only please I eat mild / bland food and have never had this happen to me. I've been on Prozac 10mg for 1 week. I woke up early this morning with a burning sensation in my rectum. Any ideas - also I didn't do anything to that part of my body to hurt it. i did read and got lost in the medical terminology - but thanks

seabreezecc replied: "Possible, check with your doctor."

dinosaurmama replied: "I had heartburn while on Prozac and it does have nausea as a s/e so if could very well be from that, an increase in stomach acid, give it a few more weeks and this should subside, also take with a meal or snack"

angelicamaria replied: "i am taking it, and hvent noticed anything like that on me, but maybe it'l be a good idea to see your gp or something?! eveyrones different and react diferently i guess! hope you feel better! xxxxxxxxxxxxxx"

sadiemae replied: "i was on prozac for about 3yrs. I had this strange tingling sensation around that same area. It's probably a side effect. Prozac can you give alot of strange side effects."

Jessica A replied: "Your best bet would be to first check the safety information and package insert on the Prozac website, this would list all the known and reported side effects. If it becomes a serious concern, you should follow up with your doctor and decided whether the benefits out-weigh the side effects (and risks). Also be sure you know if this is one of those medications that you do not stop suddenly or without consulting your doctor. Best of luck."

How do I prevent myself from vomiting from food poisoning? I suffer from Emetophobia, and right now I don't feel well and I really don't wanna puke and I'm really scared and I don't know what to do to make it go away! I'm on Prozac (for depression... 10 mg) and I can't take any other meds... I have to stick to herbal stuff....

noyoudidnt replied: "You need to find a way to comfort yourself and this fear that you have of throwing up. Get a paper or your journal and write about a time when you felt the most comforted and happy... write about how it felt and what your surroundings were like around you....be as detailed as u can. Just write as much as u can--it may sound silly but its not.... You have control over the situation and u can feel better sooner than u think...."

reap100 replied: "If you have true food poisoning, your body needs to get rid of the toxic food in your system. You need to either vomit or have your stomach pumped to keep from absorbing the toxins."

* replied: "Try to poop a lot. It has to come out one way or another."

Sage Mountain replied: "You may want to go to your local health food store and pick up some charcoal tablets for this type of situation if it should occur in the future. The charcoal will absorb the toxins and lead them out of the body via the large intestine. Also, Curing Pills are also an amazing remedy for nausea, and are safe enough to use even in pregnancy."

If you take Prozac, do you have trouble sleeping or any other bothersome side effects? I can't sleep at night ( I take it in the A.M.), I've put on 15 lbs. because of constant food cravings, and I get dizzy and have constant dry mouth. Plus, I have NO sex drive which is frustrating to both me and my bf. I do, however, feel much less depressed. I'm only on 20 mg. I've been on it for five weeks now. Is it possible these side effects will go away?

outhval replied: "When I took Prozac my legs would be jittering about all night and I couldn't sleep (even with sleeping tablets) so I stopped taking it. I'm sure your doctor could find a better alternative, as weight gain and no sex drive is not really acceptable. I would ask him to try you with an alternative. I have also heard that they are very addictive, even though the medical profession say they are not."

*coral* replied: "I'm also on 20 mg and have been for about a year and a half. I too have a low sex drive, but it was much worse before my doctor added Wellbutrin to the mix. I take 100mg of that twice a day now along with the Prozac. It is known for helping balence out the low sex drive that Prozac gives you. Many people will not do well on the first anti-depressant they are put on. I personally started with Effexor and had similar side effects as you have. I told the doctor I wanted to try something else. I took a few others before I finally decided I liked Prozac and Wellbutrin together. If I were you, I would describe your side effects to your doctor and maybe ask if you should switch your medication all together. Good communication with your doctor is crucial. Make sure to mention all your side effects and ask any questions you have. Write things down before if you have to (to remember). I guess you have to weigh the pros and cons though. At least ask for something to help you sleep at night or try over the counter things like natural melatonin. And try to keep bad foods out of the house and snack more on fruits and veggies. Drink 8-10 glasses of water a day and suck on sugar-free candies to keep your mouth from feeling too dry."

Amber replied: "When I took Prozac I noticed that it did relieve my depression, but the problem was it prevented the good emotions in me as well. I felt totally apathetic about everything. I didn't feel lonely for my husband when he was gone, and I didn't care when he was there. I lost my sex drive. I felt like a zombie. My dreams were bizarrely mundane. I would dream about day-to-day things like housework, meaningless conversations with people, and just anything that happens daily that is not really noteworthy. The problem with that happening is I began to have problems differentiating between my dreams and reality. I would think that I had said or done something and really I had only dreamed it. I would fail to feed the dog. I would refer to a discussion with my husband only to confuze him because we never actually had that discussion. I was cleaning out our storage room as a surprise for my husband. It was a process that was going to take several days, but he never went in there. I totally blew the surprise because I had dreamed that he came home from work early while I was working on it. I thought he knew what I was doing, so I mentioned it to him, and he had no idea that I had been doing that. I kicked that drug with a quickness. I also gained weight and had trouble getting to sleep. I had a tendency to use benadryl to help me sleep. Maybe the combination of prozac and benadryl accounted for the strange dream phenomenon... I am not sure if the side effects will normalize or subside over time, but I would suggest discussing all that with your prescribing doctor. They may be able to adjust your dose or suggest other solutions for your side effects. I had a better experience with lexapro."

Anyone take wellbutrin with an ssri like prozac or lexapro? When I took wellbutrin I didn't have food cravings and had more of a sex drive but I was really irritable and had bad insomnia. SSRIs like lexapro make me tired and take away my sex drive. Do you think they would balance them out? I have depression and anxiety (in the form of irritability).

ragnarok4141 replied: "Well, I would look and make sure they are compatible. Consult your doctor before mixing the two, as the drugs that treat anxiety and depression are synonmyous. Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors tend to limit sex drive, appetite, and energy levels. Those are unfortunate side effects of the drugs, which is evidence why psychotherapy accompanied by psychopharmacology is the most effective treatment method."

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