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Is It Safe To Switch From Prozac To Pristiq?

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Posted on Sat, 31 May 2014
Question: My doctor is recommending that I switch from Prozac to Pristiq. He suggested that I come of the Prozac completely for four days before starting Pristiq. I'm afraid of withdrawals. Is this recommended?
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Saatiish Jhuntrraa (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Follow your doctor advice, it is a normal recommen

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Prozac has a long half life of about 96-120 hours so it should be 5-6 days, better 7 days befor another drug is started to boost serotonin levels in brain. Long half life ensures very mild withdrawal effects so relax. Follow what your doctor says.
Dr Saatiish Jhuntrraa


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Is It Safe To Switch From Prozac To Pristiq?

Brief Answer: Follow your doctor advice, it is a normal recommen Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for choosing wwwhealthcaremagic Prozac has a long half life of about 96-120 hours so it should be 5-6 days, better 7 days befor another drug is started to boost serotonin levels in brain. Long half life ensures very mild withdrawal effects so relax. Follow what your doctor says. Dr Saatiish Jhuntrraa