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Fluvoxamine is used for:
Treating obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Fluvoxamine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by restoring the balance of serotonin, a natural substance in the brain, which helps to decrease obsessive or compulsive behavior.
Do NOT use Fluvoxamine if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Fluvoxamine
- you are taking or have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (eg, phenelzine) or St. John's wort within the last 14 days
- you are taking alosetron, astemizole, cisapride, a fenfluramine derivative (eg, dexfenfluramine), nefazodone, pimozide, ramelteon, sibutramine, terfenadine, thioridazine, or tizanidine
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
How to use Fluvoxamine :
Use Fluvoxamine as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Fluvoxamine comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Fluvoxamine refilled.
- Take Fluvoxamine by mouth with or without food.
- Taking Fluvoxamine at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
- Continue to take Fluvoxamine even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
- Do not suddenly stop taking Fluvoxamine without checking with your doctor. Side effects may occur. They may include mental or mood changes, numbness or tingling of the skin, dizziness, confusion, headache, trouble sleeping, or unusual tiredness. You will be closely monitored when you start Fluvoxamine and whenever a change in dose is made.
- If you miss a dose of Fluvoxamine , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Fluvoxamine .
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