How Long Does Fluoxetine Stay In The Body?

Posted on Fri, 16 Dec 2016

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Question : I currently take Fluoxetinr 20 MG. Last taken 3 days ago. How long before it is out of my system? Have only used it for anxiety on irregular basis but want it flushed out of my system !

Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney (39 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
4-6 days

Detailed Answer:
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Hi, I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern.

Fluoxetine gets eliminated from the body after 4-6 days of long term use. So, with in next 3-4 days, it should get completely eliminated from your body.

However, i would recommend you to discuss with your doctor before stopping the drug.

This is my personal opinion based on details available here. If you still have any other query, you may please ask me.

Stay Healthy.
Dr Anshul Varshney , MD

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar