I realize that I don't have Cam's expertise, but until he arrives with a better answer, let me give it a half shot.
I don't think Prozac itself is dangerous normally, but there is a period of time until it can reach it's full potential to work. During this time the patient taking it can still feel a lot of symptoms and need monitoring. There is also the matter of finding the proper dosage, so obviously it won't work the best if the dosing is too low--or too high--that's the trial and error everyone knows best about having so many prescription changes. Moods and psyche status can change, also, adding to everything. For example: A local person in the news was previously diagnosed bipolar. He murdered someone, at which time he was determined to be schizophrenic, not bipolar. What you describe is possible, but I believe would be "infrequent" according to the drug monograph. Everyone is different, so don't be afraid of taking Prozac. It is a very safe, effective and popular drug! I am including a link to a great website with info on Prozac. The page linked to is the main starting point for this particular drug. When you get there, click on any of the buttons in the blue row near the top such as "side effects/drug interactions" and "warnings/precautions" for additional information, but I WARN YOU the information on these pages will be geared more for a medical professional. I thought you might still find useful information which is why I am giving you the link. Just don't be scared--trust your doctor and the drug. As far as taking with food, the monograph suggests with or without food, but my instincts and knowledge tell me it might be better for you to take with food. I realize that with an eating disorder, it's not exactly always "convenient", shall I say, to take a drug with food--I've been there! It doesn't have to be much, but do try to have something--even if it has to be toast, pudding or yogurt. I don't believe that Prozac has any food interactions, but if I am wrong perhaps Cam will point it out. Anyway, hope this helps in the meantime!
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/fluoxetine.htm
<div class="foot">(Edited by inkblot on 09/03/04 05:42 PM.)</div>