Fluvoxamine
Information about Fluvoxamine
Fluvoxamine Uses
Fluvoxamine is used in the treatment of depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
How Fluvoxamine works
Fluvoxamine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and also relieves symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorders.
Common side effects of Fluvoxamine
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Dryness in mouth, Nervousness, Constipation, Decreased appetite, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Headache, Sleepiness, Weakness, Dyspepsia, Agitation, Palpitations, Abdominal pain, General discomfort
Available Medicine for Fluvoxamine
FluvoxinSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹118 to ₹3106 variant(s)
UvoxAbbottt
₹260 to ₹5084 variant(s)
FrextIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹221 to ₹3823 variant(s)
FluvatorTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹228 to ₹3872 variant(s)
VoxidepIcon Life Sciences
₹109 to ₹2923 variant(s)
VoxaminMicro Labs Ltd
₹179 to ₹3202 variant(s)
SorestStrides shasun Ltd
₹200 to ₹3442 variant(s)
VoxinixArinna Lifescience Pvt Ltd
₹183 to ₹3384 variant(s)
FluvarisCrescent Therapeutics Ltd
₹182 to ₹3442 variant(s)
LofebrilDycine Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹135 to ₹2462 variant(s)
Expert advice for Fluvoxamine
- It should be taken at night with or without food.
- The addiction/dependence potential of Fluvoxamine is very less.
- Take caution while taking Fluvoxamine if you are using Benzodiazepines and MAO inhibitors previously.
- Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Fluvoxamine affects you.
- Fluvoxamine is when taken in combination with other drugs, leads to Serotonin syndrome. Avoid serotonergic drugs like triptans, lithium, and tramadol.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.