Is it safe to take vitamin D with Prozac?

No interactions were found between Prozac and Vitamin D3. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Is it OK to take vitamin D with antidepressants?

Overall, we found more patients in the studies showed an improvement in mood when prescribed omega-3 fish oil, methylfolate, vitamin D and SAMe supplements in combination with antidepressant medication, compared to those who took medication only.

Can you take vitamins while on Prozac?

If you have been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder or depression your doctor may have prescribed a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). Common SSRIs are Lexapro, Prozac, Paxil and Zoloft. These are safe for most people, but when taken with supplements or vitamins, the results can be risky.

What supplements should not be taken with Prozac?

Potential Negative Interaction

• 5-HTP. Fluoxetine works by increasing serotonin activity in the brain. 5-HTP is converted to serotonin in the brain, and taking it with fluoxetine may increase fluoxetine-induced side effects.
• L-Tryptophan. L-tryptophan is an amino acid found in protein-rich foods.
• St. John’s Wort.

How much vitamin D is too much?

The IOM ‘s safe upper limit for daily vitamin D intake is 4,000 IU. A person who ingests too much vitamin D may feel nauseated, weak and lose their appetite. Getting 10,000 to 40,000 IU of vitamin D in a day could lead to acute toxicity.

What are the long term effects of vitamin D deficiency?

Long term vitamin d deficiency in adults can lead to osteomalacia (bone softening) and osteoporosis (bone density loss, causing easy fracturing). Other symptoms of a deficiency of vitamin d are muscle pains, muscle weakness, and aches in the bones.

What are the signs of low vitamin D?

Many people with vitamin D deficiency do not experience symptoms until their vitamin D levels get very low. Some of the signs or symptoms of vitamin D deficiency may include: Back or joint pain. Muscle weakness. Being very tired. Changes in mood.

What are the symptoms of low vitamin D?

One of the most common symptoms of low vitamin D in women is bone pain. For many women, the pain reverberates throughout the entire skeletal system, but sometimes it can be concentrated in the legs or pelvic region. Other common symptoms are muscle weakness and fatigue, especially in the arms and legs, along with a decrease in muscle tone.