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Registered as a UK pharmacist in 1982 and have worked in a number of hospital and health management posts around the UK. Formerly Chief Pharmacist for a 440 bed general hospital in Cambridgeshire.
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Previously Sysop on CompuServe UK Professionals forum.
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You are here: Experts > Health/Fitness > Pharmacology > Pharmacy > Flouxetine
Expert: Nigel Simmons
Date: 3/3/2008
Subject: Flouxetine
Question
I used to take antidepression medications for two years or about(27 months)I stopped taking it about 4 months ago.
I feel that the same symptoms (symptoms of depression) are coming back to me.
should I start taking it again?the last one I was taking is flouxetine 20MG ..
Thanks a lot in advance.
Answer
Lana
I would never recommend anyone to resume a treatment such as fluoxetine without first seeing and being assessed by their doctor. They can assess the magnitude of the problem and where appropriate recommend alternative non-drug therapies which may help. Long-term use of antidepressant drugs is not advisible and as you may have found previously, they can have withdrawal effects (in some cases serious ones).
My suggestion would be to explore the range of options available and use whichever you feels suits you best. However, avoiding using antidepressants as a crutch to carry or hide your problems may not always be the best option.
I hope this helps.
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