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About Dr Alan Galbraith
Expertise
I can answer most questions on drugs, both medical and "recreational". Answers can be given in either technical or layperson terminology. My main areas of interest are psychiatric, gastrointestinal and cardiovascular drugs.

Experience
I have been a university lecturer/head of department for almost thirty years, but am now retired. My research interests were alcohol, smoking and cardiovascular disease.

Organizations
Institute of Biology, London.

Publications
Principal author of "Fundamentals of Pharmacology" 4th Edition published in November 2003 by Pearson Education, Australia.

Education/Credentials
BSc(Hons);MSc;PhD;MIBiol; Cert Biol; HECert

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Topic: Pharmacy

Expert: Dr Alan Galbraith
Date: 5/7/2008
Subject: Prozac

Question
I recently started taking Prozac and have broken out in an eczema-type rash. I am wondering if there is Sulfa in Prozac, as I have an allergy to Sulfa. Thank you

Answer
Dear Isla

Prozac is completely unrelated to the sulphonamides so would think that you are also allergic to this drug. There are plenty other antidepressants not related to Prozac that could be used if your eczema is a major problem and not easily relieved with topical treatment. Speak to your prescriber about this.

Regards

Dr Alan Galbraith

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