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 Prozac? Prozack is a common misspelling of Prozac.
 
Prozac®, a prescription medication, is licensed for the treatment of conditions such as depression, bulimia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and panic disorder. It is available as capsules or in liquid form and is available in a number of different strengths. The medication is a form of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor that works by blocking the reuptake of serotonin in the brain. Drowsiness, nausea, and anxiety are some of the common side effects seen with Prozac.
 
(Click Prozac for more information on the effects of Prozac, when and how the medication should be taken, and other potential side effects to look out for.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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