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Understanding the Enduring Legacy: Why is Prozac So Famous?

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In 1987, the FDA approved fluoxetine, and marketed as Prozac, forever changing the landscape of mental health treatment. Its meteoric rise to popularity made it more than just a prescription; it became a cultural icon that both destigmatized and commercialized the treatment of depression, prompting many to ask, "Why is Prozac so famous?".