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This case series aims to highlight the occurrence of fluoxetine-induced galactorrhea, a rare but significant side effect.

Fluoxetine Induced Galatorrhea: A Rare Case Series

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Case series reveals galactorrhea induced by fluoxetine in females, suggesting a need for better recognition of this effect.

This case series aims to highlight the occurrence of fluoxetine-induced galactorrhea, a rare but significant side effect.
Four female patients receiving fluoxetine developed galactorrhea and amenorrhea.
Clinical assessments included serum prolactin level measurements and neuroimaging to rule out prolactinoma.
Fluoxetine doses were adjusted, leading to symptom resolution.
All patients exhibited either normal or elevated serum prolactin levels.
Symptoms and hyperprolactinemia resolved after fluoxetine dose reduction or discontinuation.
Clinical improvement was maintained with alternative treatments.

Dutta et al. (2026) studied this question.

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