"Fluoxetine dramatically, by 40-50%, decreased the frequency of panic attacks in two controlled trials of panic disorder patients. In three double-blind trials, fluoxetine significantly decreased the number of binge-eating and purging episodes of bulimia nervosa. Continued year-long treatment of the patients, who originally responded to fluoxetine, was more effective than placebo for the prevention of bulimia nervosa episodes."
I have to say that I am somewhat at ease taking a drug which has so much empirical research to back it up. My Doctor instilled confidence in me that I will see results when the dose is high enough. She described how she has seen it herself and has faith that it will work in conjunction (of course!) with DBT.
I feel a lightness coming back to my sprite. As if the fog is clearing and I can breath easier. It is most certainly due to the three pronged treatment approach (medication, DBT, and the right attitude.) Without each of these aspects in my treatment plan I have seen the devastating result of self destruction.
I'm on ProZac as well. I was on 40mg for a long time when I began getting incredibly horrible panic attacks to the point where I needed help but couldn't leave the room. It would hit me anywhere and was most debilitating. I also would get hit with a really big wave of depression...I forgot to mention I was recently transferred from inpatient to residential treatment when this happened. They upped my dosage to 60 mg and now I feel like I could be a spokesperson for ProZac. It helped me IMMENSELY to be on a 60 mg dosage!! I hope you find it just as helpful ;)
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