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SSRI Drugs Can Cause Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola

selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors

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  • SSRIs, which increase serotonin levels, have been linked to chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). A study showed that administering Prozac (fluoxetine) to mice at high dosages induced symptoms of CFS, suggesting a link between excessive serotonin levels and the condition

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