Drug details

Sarafem (fluoxetine hydrochloride)

type of Antidepressants, SSRIs

Sarafem (fluoxetine hydrochloride) Tablets is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Sarafem is available in generic form.

This drug may have the following side effects:

• nausea,
• dizziness,
• constipation,
• nervousness,
• drowsiness,
• sleep problems (insomnia),
• impotence,
• upset stomach,
• increased appetite,
• weight changes,
• decreased sex drive,
• dry mouth.
• cold symptoms (stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat),
• difficulty having an orgasm, and

The following drugs are related to Sarafem, either as a replacement or used together:

• Celexa (citalopram hydrobromide)
• Prozac (fluoxetine hcl)
• Zoladex 10.8 mg (goserelin acetate implant)
• Provigil (modafinil)
• Paxil (paroxetine hydrochloride)
• Pexeva (paroxetine mesylate)
• Zoloft (sertraline hcl)