Fluvoxamine



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  • Contains / Salt: Fluvoxamine


Fluvoxamine Information



Fluvoxamine Benefits & Uses

Fluvoxamine is used to treat the following -

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 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

Moderate



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 -



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


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Luvox® (Fluvoxamine Maleate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 461

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 41-42



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