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Can I Discontinue Taking Fluoxetine After 3 Days Dosage?

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Question : I've been taking fluoxetine for 3 days. Can I stop now and not take another one without severe side effects?. I decided I don't want to take pharmicuticals.
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (52 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes!

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

3 days is so short and there is no harm in stopping abruptly.

I wish you well. Feel free to follow up with me if need be.
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Can I Discontinue Taking Fluoxetine After 3 Days Dosage?

Brief Answer: Yes! Detailed Answer: Hi, 3 days is so short and there is no harm in stopping abruptly. I wish you well. Feel free to follow up with me if need be.