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Changes, women who are pregnant may require dose adjustments of fluoxetine to achieve euthymia. The ACOG recommends that therapy with SSRIs or SNRIs during pregnancy be individualized; treatment of depression during pregnancy should incorporate the clinical expertise of the mental health clinician, obstetrician, primary health care provider, and pediatrician. According to the American Psychiatric Association (APA), the risks of medication treatment should be weighed against other treatment options and untreated depression. For women who discontinue antidepressant medications during pregnancy and who may be at high risk for postpartum depression, the medications can be restarted following delivery. Treatment algorithms have been developed by the ACOG and the APA for the management of depression in women prior to conception and during pregnancy.Pregnant women exposed to antidepressants during pregnancy are encouraged to enroll in the National Pregnancy Registry for Antidepressants (NPRAD). Women 18 to 45 years of age or their health care providers may contact the registry by calling 844-405-6185. Enrollment should be done as early in pregnancy as possible. Patient EducationWhat is this drug used for?It is used to treat low mood (depression). It is used to treat obsessive-compulsive problems. It is used to treat mood problems caused by monthly periods. It is used to treat eating problems. It is used to treat panic attacks. It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.Frequently reported side effects of this drugNausea Vomiting Lack of appetite Dry mouth Fatigue Diarrhea Nightmares Trouble sleeping Loss of strength and energy Hot flashes Flu-like symptoms Yawning Tremors Sweating a lot HeadacheOther side effects of this drug: Talk with your doctor right away if you have any of these signs of:Depression like thoughts of suicide, anxiety, emotional instability, or confusion. Liver problems like dark urine, fatigue, lack of appetite, nausea, abdominal pain, light-colored stools,
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