Can prozac cause liver damage?

Since I manage diabetes, my liver and kidney health are my top priorities because of all the medications I have to process. My doctor mentioned that severe liver damage from Prozac is rare, but we should always monitor it. If you have any metabolic conditions, do ask your doctor for periodic blood tests.

Look, most common medicines are processed by the liver, but that doesn't mean they cause damage if taken in the prescribed dose. A practical solution is to avoid alcohol completely while on Prozac and get an annual health package checkup from a standard lab. It is affordable and keeps you safe.

I once ignored mild fatigue and nausea thinking it was just stress, but it turned out my liver enzymes were highly elevated due to a combination of medications I was taking. Please don't ignore any warning signs. If you feel persistently tired or notice dark urine, get your liver checked immediately.

I have been taking Prozac for two years now and was initially terrified about my liver. My psychiatrist realistically explained that while liver toxicity is extremely rare, keeping a healthy diet, avoiding self-medicating with other drugs, and doing regular biannual LFT tests is the best way to stay completely safe.