For the treatment of depression, Prozac is a common drug prescribed by a doctor. However, you need to be aware of the potential side effects that can be dangerous. For example, you might have increased thoughts of suicide. If you do not recognize them as side effects of the medication, you might be tempted to act on those thoughts. If your child is being treated for depression, Prozac side effects can be even more intense. Therefore, it is important to let your doctor know if you are experiencing adverse effects of the drug, so he/she can adjust the dose, or try another treatment.