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Prozac

noun

Meaning

A brand name for fluoxetine, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant medication used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, and bulimia nervosa.

Examples

She started taking Prozac a few weeks ago and is already feeling a noticeable improvement in her mood.
The doctor explained the potential side effects of Prozac before writing the prescription.

Synonyms: fluoxetine, antidepressant, medication

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Prozac (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈproʊzæk/

Definition

A brand name for fluoxetine, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant medication used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, and bulimia nervosa.

Examples

She started taking Prozac a few weeks ago and is already feeling a noticeable improvement in her mood.
The doctor explained the potential side effects of Prozac before writing the prescription.
For many years, Prozac was one of the most widely prescribed antidepressants globally.

How to Use Prozac

on Prozac (prepositional phrase): Currently taking the medication. — "She's been on Prozac for her depression since college."

Synonyms of Prozac

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