Posted by Charlotte on April 8, 2002, at 5:15:48
In reply to Relapsed Depression and trying High-Dose Prozac, posted by Sarahmarie on April 7, 2002, at 23:57:13
Q. I just started taking Prozac, when should I expect it to start working?
The first goal of treatment is to relieve the symptoms of depression that are disrupting your life. Symptom relief usually takes a few weeks, although some symptoms may improve during the first week of treatment. It may take 4 or more weeks to experience the full benefits of treatment with Prozac. Be sure to discuss how you are feeling with your doctor throughout your treatment.
You should know that the recommended length of treatment with an antidepressant is 6 to 12 months, because one of the long-term goals of treatment is to keep depression from troubling you again.
If you are prescribed Prozac for the treatment of depression, your doctor will monitor your progress and work with you to determine the appropriate length of your treatment.
Prozac Dosage and Administration
*These dosages are intended for information purposes only. All dosage administration should be directed through your physician. Please consult your doctor for actual dosage information.
Depression
20 mg per day is the recommended initial dose.Bulimia Nervosa
60 mg per day is the recommended dose.Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
20 mg to 60 mg per day is the recommended dose.Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
20 mg per day is recommended continuously throughout the menstrual cycle. Initial treatment should be limited to six months, after which patients should be reassessed regarding the benefit of continued therapy.All Indications
The recommended dose may be increased or decreased. Doses above 80 mg/day have not been systematically evaluated.
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