Which drug is known as the Happy pill?: Understanding the Prozac Misnomer
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While many people ask, 'Which drug is known as the Happy pill?', the term itself is a significant misnomer for prescription medications that treat mental health conditions. The nickname was most prominently, and inaccurately, applied to the antidepressant fluoxetine, better known by its brand name, Prozac. This article explores the origin of the term, explains the true purpose of these medications, and clarifies common misconceptions.
