Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Prozac as follows: Prozac can also induce frequency of urination or polyuria. Individuals, especially with history of poorly controlled diabetes with consequent increased urinary frequency and with history of frequent urinary tract infections, must be aware of this side-effect, as Prozac can exacerbate the discomfort of polyuria significantly, thus leading to low body fluid volume and dehydration. Observing compliance with proper hydration measures, compliance with [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Prozac as follows: Prozac can inhibit enzyme systems in the liver that are needed for the metabolism of dietary nutrients and various other medications. Inhibition of these enzymes systems can result in slowing of overall metabolism. Slowed metabolism of food and dietary nutrients with Prozac can result in symptoms of indigestion, such as, nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, heartburn, and bloating. Slowed metabolism of medications [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Prozac as follows: Prozac takes some time to fairly balance the chemicals in the brain, before any improvement in mood and behavior are noted. It could take about 3 - 6 weeks to see this change in mood. So, do not discontinue taking the medication without consulting your physician, as you failed to see the improvement with depressive symptoms immediately after taking the medication. Prozac [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Prozac as follows: Prozac intake has the potential to increase the likelihood of seizures. Prozac must be very cautiously administered in individuals with seizure history, compliance with recommended anti-seizure therapy observed, and response closely monitored. Prozac can also induce a life-threatening reaction called neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Individuals taking Prozac can present with high fever, episodes of confusion, muscle rigidity, elevated blood pressure, and rapid heart rate. [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Prozac as follows: Prozac intake can result in pupillary dilation and obstruction to the flow of aqueous humor in the eye, and consequent increase in intraocular pressure, thus leading to glaucoma. Individuals can present with eye pain, headache, and blurred vision with haloes around light. Observe compliance with any periodical vision exams recommended. Individuals with history of glaucoma should observe extra caution in watching out [...]