What is the efficacy of fluoxetine in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) compared to other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?
Abstract
Fluoxetine is effective for OCD, with studies showing significant improvements over placebo; however, there is insufficient direct comparative evidence against other SSRIs.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Obsessive-Compulsive Spectrum Disorders
Anxiety
Depression
Psychometrics
Treatment
Cognitive Processes
Psychoanalysis and Psychopathology Research
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 4 February 2026