Fluvo
Fluvo Products are primarily used for
Depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder
About Fluvo Products
Uses of Fluvo Products
Fluvoxamine is used in the treatment of depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Fluvo Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Fluvo are Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Dryness in mouth, Nervousness, Constipation, Decreased appetite, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Headache, Sleepiness, Weakness, Dyspepsia, Agitation, Palpitations, Abdominal pain, General discomfort.
How Fluvo Products work
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.
Patient Concerns about Fluvo Products
Frequently asked questions about Fluvo Products
Frequently asked questions about Fluvoxamine
Q. Is Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet used for anxiety?
Yes, Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet is used to treat social anxiety disorder. It is anxiety related to interacting with others or performing in front of others that interferes with normal life. Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet is also used for the treatment of the obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and panic attacks. In OCD, a person experiences unwanted thoughts and the irresistible desire to perform certain actions over and over. These thoughts and desires do not go away and make it bothersome for the person.
Q. Can Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet get you high?
There is no evidence that Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet causes dependence. But, patients may experience withdrawal symptoms on sudden discontinuation of Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet. Usually, the withdrawal symptoms are mild and go away on their own within 2 weeks.
Q. Who should not take Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet?
You should not take Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet if you are allergic to it, if you are taking another medicine to treat depression called a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor (MAOI), or if you have stopped taking an MAOI within the last 14 days. This is because taking both these medicines close in time together may cause serious and sometimes fatal reactions like high body temperature, convulsions, and even coma.
Q. Does Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, a common side effect of Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet is sleepiness. It may also affect your ability to think clearly, make decisions, or react quickly. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until and unless you know how Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet affects you.
Q. Does Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet have any serious health risks associated with it?
Yes, the use of Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet may cause serious health risks. These may include increased risks of suicidal thoughts and actions, mania, bleeding problems, convulsions, visual problems, and low sodium levels in the blood.
Q. How quickly does Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet work?
It takes a long time for Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet to start working. However, you may see an improvement in your sleep, appetite and energy levels within 1-2 weeks of starting Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet. While, conditions like depressed mood and lack of interest in activities may take about 6-8 weeks to improve.
Q. Can I stop Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet if I am better now?
No, instead of stopping the medicine by yourself, consult your doctor who will gradually reduce the dose before stopping it completely. This is done because sudden discontinuation of Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet may cause withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms include anxiety, irritability, high or low mood, feeling restless or changes in sleep habits, headache, sweating, nausea, dizziness, electric shock-like sensations, shaking, and confusion.
Q. Does Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet may either cause weight gain or weight loss. The weight loss could be due to loss of appetite. However, the chances of having weight gain or loss is not known. As compared to other anti-depressants, there is no significant change in body weight with Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet in the majority of people.
Products for Fluvo
Fluvo OD 150mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹546.44
Fluvo 50mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹158.5
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Fluvo 100mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹300.54
Not Available