Prozac, Eli Lilly’s antidepressant, has a very long list of side effects. The most serious is the risk of suicide in children and adults. Many have claimed that the same chemical effect that leads some people taking Prozac to commit suicide, has led others to act violently, which includes killing their families.
Prozac has been linked to persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN) in babies born to women who took Prozac after the first 20 weeks of pregnancy. Prozac has also been linked to withdrawal symptoms in babies born to mothers taking the drug.
Adults sometimes suffer sexual dysfunction in the form of decreased sexual desire, enjoyment, or ability to have orgasms.
There are many other side effects that have been linked to Prozac. Those identified as frequently occurring during Prozac trials include:
Possible Prozac side effects that occurred infrequently in drug trials include:
More serious side effects that occurred rarely during the trials, but may be linked to Prozac use, include:
If you are taking Prozac for any use not approved by the FDA, you should talk to your health care provider about any concerns you may have and discuss any another possible treatments that have been proven effective for your condition. If you or a loved one has suffered any injury from taking Prozac, you will want to have your case evaluated by an experienced Prozac attorney. See Prozac Attorney and Lawyer – How to Hire to find the right lawyer to help you.