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Luvox Information

Luvox (Fluvoxamine) is used in adults to relieve symptoms of depression such as feeling sad, a change in appetite or weight, difficulty concentrating or sleeping, feeling tired, headaches, unexplained aches and pain and obsessive-compulsive disorder symptoms such as urge to perform repeated tasks; recurrent pattern of behavior, or unwanted thoughts or actions that interfere with daily living. Luvox belongs to a group of medicines called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants. Depression is thought to be caused, in part, by low levels of a chemical that occurs naturally in the brain, called serotonin. Luvox is thought to work by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain. Following single doses, the mean plasma half-life of Luvox is 15 hours and slightly longer (17 to 22 hours) during repeated dosing. Luvox is available as tablets of 50 mg and 100 mg.

Luvox Side Effects

The most common side effect of Luvox may include nausea; constipation; diarrhea; loss of appetite; upset stomach; sleep disturbances; dry mouth; tremor (uncontrolled shaking); dizziness; headache; anxiety; nervousness; excessive sweating; sexual problems; urinating problems. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects such as:
• Anxiety, racing thoughts, risk-taking behavior, sleep problems (insomnia), feelings of extreme happiness or irritability;
• A seizure;
• Blurred vision, eye pain or redness, seeing halos around lights;
• Changes in weight or appetite;
• Easy bruising or unusual bleeding;
• Low blood sodium-headache, confusion, problems with thinking or memory, weakness, feeling unsteady;
• Liver problems;
• Uncontrollable movements of the body or face.

Luvox Precautions

Do not use Luvox if you are allergic to Fluvoxamine or to any other ingredients in this medication or if you are pregnant or breast feeding; are currently taking or have recently taken monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor antidepressants; going to have, or recently had, a medical procedure that involved the use of methylene blue; currently taking or have recently taken thioridazine, mesoridazine, pimozide, terfenadine, astemizole, or cisapride, tizanidine. Before you start taking this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you have had any allergic reaction to medications, food, etc.; low sodium levels; have a history of seizures, are pregnant or planning to become pregnant; or are breast feeding; have liver or kidney disease, heart problems, had a recent bone fracture or were told you have osteoporosis; have high or low blood sugar; a history of bipolar disorder; have a history of alcohol or drug abuse; bleeding disorder; drive a vehicle or perform hazardous tasks during your work. Luvox can make you feel sleepy. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how you respond to Luvox. Ask your doctor before taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)as using an NSAID with fluvoxamine may cause you to bruise or bleed easily.

Do I need a prescription to order Luvox?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Luvox.