Fluvoxine
Fluvoxine Products are primarily used for
Depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder
About Fluvoxine Products
Uses of Fluvoxine Products
Fluvoxamine is used in the treatment of depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Fluvoxine Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Fluvoxine 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 Fluvoxine 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 Fluvoxine Products
Frequently asked questions about Fluvoxine Products
Frequently asked questions about Fluvoxamine
Q. Is Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR used for anxiety?
Yes, Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR 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. Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR 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 Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR get you high?
There is no evidence that Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR causes dependence. But, patients may experience withdrawal symptoms on sudden discontinuation of Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR. Usually, the withdrawal symptoms are mild and go away on their own within 2 weeks.
Q. Who should not take Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR?
You should not take Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR 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 Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR make you sleepy?
Yes, a common side effect of Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR 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 Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR affects you.
Q. Does Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR have any serious health risks associated with it?
Yes, the use of Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR 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 Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR work?
It takes a long time for Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR to start working. However, you may see an improvement in your sleep, appetite and energy levels within 1-2 weeks of starting Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR. While, conditions like depressed mood and lack of interest in activities may take about 6-8 weeks to improve.
Q. Can I stop Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR 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 Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR 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 Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR cause weight gain?
Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR 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 Fluvoxine 200mg Tablet CR in the majority of people.