Cause: Black coffee (caffeine) paired with Prodep (Fluoxetine) and heavy lifting causes excessive sympathetic activation; Fluoxetine slows caffeine breakdown, compounding jitters.
Brain Misinterpretation: Normal post-exercise arousal (elevated heart rate, alertness) is being misinterpreted by the brain as panic or emotional anxiety.
Next Steps
Drop Pre-Workout Coffee: Stop having black coffee before the gym; use plain water or
electrolytes instead.
Add a 5-Minute Cool-Down: Practice slow, deep diaphragmatic breathing immediately after training to engage the parasympathetic nervous system.
Post-Workout Nutrition: Have a balanced snack (protein + complex carbs) right after working out to prevent mild hypoglycemia mimicking anxiety.
Doctor Review: If symptoms continue after stopping caffeine, discuss the timing of your Prodep dose with your psychiatrist.
Health Tips
Do not alter or stop your Prodep 10 mg dosage; eliminate the stimulant trigger first.
Mental Reframe: Tell yourself that elevated pulse and energy post-gym are normal workout physiology, not a return of anxiety.