Fluvoxamine Benefits & Uses

Fluvoxamine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Fluvoxamine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Above 8 years old can take

Fluvoxamine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fluvoxamine is used -

Common

Insomnia
Headache
Fatigue
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Fluvoxamine Related Warnings

Is the use of Fluvoxamine safe for pregnant women?

Fluvoxamine can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Fluvoxamine, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Fluvoxamine safe during breastfeeding?

Fluvoxamine should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Fluvoxamine on the Kidneys?

Fluvoxamine is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Fluvoxamine on the Liver?

Fluvoxamine is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Fluvoxamine on the Heart?

Fluvoxamine may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Fluvoxamine with Other Drugs

Fluvoxamine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Linezolid

Tramadol

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Moderate

Aspirin

Codeine

Warfarin

Fluvoxamine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fluvoxamine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
Suicidal Tendency
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Liver Disease
Mania
Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Fluvoxamine

Is this Fluvoxamine habit forming or addictive?

Fluvoxamine is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Fluvoxamine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Fluvoxamine can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Fluvoxamine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Fluvoxamine can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Fluvoxamine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fluvoxamine

Taking Fluvoxamine with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluvoxamine

Taking Fluvoxamine with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe