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Advised Prozac Syrup, Suspected To Have Clinical Depression. How Safe Is It?

hi ... my son 16 years old has been advised by the doctor to take 5 ml of prozac syrup as he is suspected to have clinical depression .I want to know how safe is it and should i take a second opinion before starting this or is it ok to go ahead and start like the doctor says
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your query is about safety .Yes with my experience I am of the opinion that the drug is safe trust the doctor and go ahead . Keep in touch with your doctor for followed up and progress

Be positive he will recover
Dr Lal
Psychiatrist
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Advised Prozac Syrup, Suspected To Have Clinical Depression. How Safe Is It?

Hi your query is about safety .Yes with my experience I am of the opinion that the drug is safe trust the doctor and go ahead . Keep in touch with your doctor for followed up and progress Be positive he will recover Dr Lal Psychiatrist