Information about Fluvoxamine
Generic Name : Fluvoxamine
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Fluvoxamine are provided here.
Pronunciation : floo VOX a meen
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Fluvoxamine, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
ICD Code : Y49.2 |
Therapeutic Classification : Psychotherapeutics
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Trade Names/Brand Names of Fluvoxamine
India :
More... International :
Luvox CR
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Why is Fluvoxamine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an antidepressant, prescribed for psychiatric disorders such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, social phobia and depression. It inhibits the uptake of serotonin (a neurotransmitter) by nerve cells.
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When should Fluvoxamine not be taken? (Contraindications)
♦It should not to be administered with thioridazine, terfenadine, astemizole, cisapride, pimozide, aloestron, tizanidine, use of MAOI's omitantly with or within 14 days of treatment with this medication, linezolid or intravenous methylene blue and patients with hypersensitivity.
What is the dosage of Fluvoxamine?
Adult: Oral- Depression- Initial: 50-100 mg/day, up to 300 mg/day if needed.
Obsessive compulsive disorder- 50 mg once daily, may increase slowly. Max: 300 mg/day.
Social anxiety disorder- Extended release initial: 100 mg once daily. Max: 300 mg/day.
How should Fluvoxamine be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.
What are the warnings and precautions for Fluvoxamine?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of epilepsy, heart, kidney, adrenal, or liver disease, smoking, alcohol abuse, depression, suicidal thoughts, low sodium in blood, dehydration, ulcer, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Avoid alcohol consumption and smoking.
• It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• ♦Patient may develop with increased risk of Serotonin Syndrome with the following symptoms: restlessness, diarrhea, fast heart beat, incoordination, nausea, vomiting. If it is so consult with your healthcare provider.
What are the side effects of Fluvoxamine?
• Most Common:
Nausea, sleeplessness, drowsiness, headache, weakness, vomiting, nervousness, agitation and dizziness.
• Body as a Whole : Flu-like syndrome, chills and uneasiness.
• Heart: Palpitations and fainting.
• Gastrointestinal: Diarrhea, constipation, indigestion, loss of appetite, vomiting, dry mouth, flatulence, tooth disorder, difficulty in swallowing, gastrointestinal bleeding and blood in stool.
• Blood: Anemia and bruising.
• Metabolic: Weight gain and weight loss.
• Central Nervous System: Tremor, anxiety, dilatation of blood vessels, agitation, decrease in sexual activity, depression, decreased muscle tone, epilepsy, abnormal dreams, twitching, over active and mood elevation.
• Respiratory : Upper respiratory tract infection, difficulty in breathing, yawn and nosebleed.
• Skin:Sweating and hives.
• Genitourinary:Abnormal ejaculation, urinary frequency, urinary retention, impotence, sexual dysfunction, blood in urine, prolonged menstrual period and vaginal bleeding.
What are the other precautions for Fluvoxamine?
It may cause loss of appetite and weight loss in children; monitor weight and growth in children while taking this drug.
What are the storage conditions for Fluvoxamine?
Store it at room temperature (25°C), protect from light and moisture.
Last Updated : August 11, 2022
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HOW LONG CAN THIS MEDICINE BE TAKEN? AND WHAT IS THE ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE IN AURVED OR HOMEOPATHY, BECAUSE IF THE PATIENT DOES NOT GET SLEEP THEN HE FEELS RESTLESSNESS.AND CANNOT PERFORM THE DAY TO DAY WORK LIKE BATHING AND BRUSHING