The ability of fluoxetine (Prozac) to function as an effective treatment for ________ is related to its capacity to ________.

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Fluoxetine (Prozac) is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) and its effectiveness in treating depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder is related to its ability to block the reuptake of serotonin, increasing its availability in the synaptic cleft, which can improve mood and reduce symptoms of OCD.

The Ability of Fluoxetine (Prozac) to Function as an Effective