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Originally Posted by cherrygash321
I just got put on this medicine. I've been diagnosed as major depressive and mood disorder nos. I might fall in the bipolar spectrum. Anyway, I am just wondering if anyone has taken or is on this medication. Also, any negative interactions/side effects. And if it's helped!
I don't know much about this drug yet so I just thought id ask around and see how it worked for everyone else. Any info. you have to say about it would be great! thanks cG
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Symbyax is a combination of
Prozac (fluoxetine)- an SSRI and
Zyprexa (olanzapine) an antipsychotic. It is prescribed for Depressive disorders, bipolar disorders and treatment-resistant depression.
From information I have read, it is a
very effective combination and helps with depression, anxiety and mania.
Side effects can be somewhat unpleasant including weight gain and sedation - however, these usually do improve over time.
Hope this helps! If not let me know and I can give you more information!
Jerry
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