Brain-Stimulating Contact Lenses Match Prozac in Depression Study

Summary: Materials scientists have developed a “wearable, drug-free” contact lens capable of treating depression by delivering mild electrical signals through the retina. The study demonstrates that these specialized lenses are…

Prozac May Rewire the Brain by Loosening Rigid Neural Circuits

Summary: A new study shows that fluoxetine, better known as Prozac, does more than increase serotonin—it changes how brain cells handle energy and rebuild connections. After two weeks of treatment,…

Prozac Shows Promise in Fighting Infections & Sepsis

Summary: New research suggests that fluoxetine, commonly used as an antidepressant, may also help protect against infections and sepsis. Scientists found that the drug has antimicrobial properties and helps regulate…