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How To Get Rid Of Suicidal Thoughts While On Prozac?

Hi I m taking Prozac for depression and I know that one of the side affects is suicidal thoughts what should I do if I feel this way? Also I m taking an ADHD medication vyvanse the makes me appetite go away sometimes and sometimes I purposely don t eat.
posted on Sat, 23 Aug 2014
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Hi

i understand your concern.

It can be possible while during initial therapy of prozac will bring suicidal thoughts.

It can be occur with any other antidepressant.

But Ned to discuss all this thought to your friend, family member and doctor.

Never let yourself alone.

Keep busy.

Spending time in activity.

Keep writing when such thought.

It usually lat for 1 to 2 week after starting therapy.

If require then consult psychiatrist.

take help from friend and their support.

Psychological and social support is must.

Get well soon.
Wish you a good health.

Hope for the best.

Thank you.
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How To Get Rid Of Suicidal Thoughts While On Prozac?

Hi i understand your concern. It can be possible while during initial therapy of prozac will bring suicidal thoughts. It can be occur with any other antidepressant. But Ned to discuss all this thought to your friend, family member and doctor. Never let yourself alone. Keep busy. Spending time in activity. Keep writing when such thought. It usually lat for 1 to 2 week after starting therapy. If require then consult psychiatrist. take help from friend and their support. Psychological and social support is must. Get well soon. Wish you a good health. Hope for the best. Thank you.