Everything You Need to Know About Prozac
The authors provide a guide that separates the facts from the myths about Prozac, a controversial antidepressant. They give consumers information that complements, but does not substitute for, the advice of a physician. Topics considered include causes and symptoms of depression, drug therapies for depression, guidelines for prescribing Prozac, its side effects, and other uses of Prozac not yet approved by the Food and Drug Administration. The authors devote an entire chapter to case studies documenting Prozac's success in therapy and also discuss the controversy over the theory that Prozac causes violent and suicidal behavior. References to the popular and medical literature are provided. Recommended for public libraries and personal purchase.- Bruce Slutsky, St. John's Univ. Lib., Jamaica, N.Y.Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.