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,…

Timing of Prozac Treatment Shapes Lasting Mood, Brain Changes

Summary: New research reveals that the developmental timing of fluoxetine (Prozac) treatment profoundly influences long-term mood and brain function. In a rodent model, early postnatal treatment in males led to…

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…