Fluoxetine

Used for: Depression · Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) · Panic disorder · Bulimia (an eating disorder) · Depression in bipolar disorder · Treatment-resistant depression · 5 more

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Not sold

Fluoxetine itself isn’t sold as a prescription anymore.

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Brand nameNot sold

Fluoxetine itself isn’t sold as a prescription anymore. Its generic versions, if any, are in the other tabs.

Authorized genericNot sold now

An authorized generic of Fluoxetine was sold before, but it isn’t sold now. Ask your pharmacist whether a generic is available.

Source: FDA, updated October 30, 2026

Regular genericNot sold

Ask your pharmacist whether one is sold. Generics usually come once the brand’s patents and exclusivity end.

What it’s used for

What the FDA label says

Fluoxetine capsules are a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor indicated for:

  • Acute and maintenance treatment of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
  • Acute and maintenance treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Acute and maintenance treatment of Bulimia Nervosa
  • Acute treatment of Panic Disorder, with or without agoraphobia

Fluoxetine capsules and olanzapine in combination for treatment of:

  • Acute Depressive Episodes Associated with Bipolar I Disorder
  • Treatment Resistant Depression

Source: the FDA label for Fluoxetine (RADHA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.), March 30, 2026. Full label on DailyMed 

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