Prozac is an antidepressant drug that partially blocks the reabsorption and removal of ________ from synapses.

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Prozac is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) which means it inhibits the reabsorption of serotonin from synapses. This leads to an increase in the availability of serotonin in the brain which can improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression. Prozac does not affect the reuptake of dopamine or acetylcholine, and chlorpromazine is a different type of medication.

Prozac Is an Antidepressant Drug That Partially Blocks the Reabsorption