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Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDEPRESSANT

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
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Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet increases the serotonin levels. Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain responsible for improving the mood and physical symptoms of depression. Thus, it effectively relieves symptoms of depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

Do not stop Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet without your doctor's advice. Sudden discontinuation may lead to withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, insomnia, restlessness, and anxiety. Take Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet for as long as it has been prescribed. If you experience any difficulty, consult your doctor.

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.

Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet may cause weight loss due to loss of appetite. However, the chances of weight loss are not known. Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly to have a proper weight. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.

Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet may cause delayed ejaculation and anorgasmia (failure to achieve orgasm). Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid alcohol consumption with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet . Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet interacts with alcohol and increases the risk of side effects like dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet should be used during pregnancy with caution only when your doctor prescribed it because the use of this Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet in the last three months may cause harm to the unborn baby.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet is not recommended in breastfeeding women because it may pass into breast milk and produce an undesirable effect.

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Driving

Caution

Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet causes dizziness. So, drive or operate heavy machinery only if you are alert

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Liver

Caution

Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions as dose adjustment might be required.

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Children

Caution

Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 8years for treating obsessive-compulsive disorder. The safety and effectiveness of Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet in children below 18years for treating depression have not been established.

About Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet

Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet belongs to the class of medications called antidepressants used to treat neurological diseases such as depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Depression is a mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, loss, or anger. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is the excessive thoughts that lead to repetitive behaviour.

Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet contains Fluvoxamine maleate, which is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It increases the release of the serotonin hormone in the body, which is responsible for improving mood, cognition, and memory. Thereby, Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet helps improve mood and provides relief from the symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Take Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience common side effects like nausea, vomiting, nervousness, headache, dry mouth, indigestion, and loss of appetite. Most of these side effects of Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not take Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to fluvoxamine maleate or other ingredients present in Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet . Before taking Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet , inform your doctor if you have a low sodium level in the blood, increased risk of bleeding, suicidal thoughts, liver problems, family history of depressive disorder, intestinal ulcer (bleeding in the intestine) or glaucoma. Avoid taking Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet

Depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

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Medicinal Benefits

Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet belongs to the class of antidepressants used to treat neurological diseases such as depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It increases the release of the serotonin hormone, which balances the excitatory responses in the body. It helps in improving mood, memory, cognition, and learning. It also helps to regulate digestion, sleep cycle, and food cravings.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Your doctor will determine the dose and duration of Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet .

Side Effects of Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet

  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dry mouth
  • Indigestion
  • Loss of appetite
  • Increased sweating
  • Nervousness
  • Tremor

Drug Warnings

Do not take Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to fluvoxamine maleate or other ingredients present in Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet . Before taking Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet , inform your doctor if you have a low sodium level in the blood, increased risk of bleeding, suicidal thoughts, liver problems, kidney problems, family history of depressive disorder, intestinal ulcer (bleeding in the intestine), and glaucoma. Avoid taking Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Do not take alcohol with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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FluvoxamineIsocarboxazid
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FluvoxamineLinezolid
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FluvoxamineIsocarboxazid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet:
Taking Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet with isocarboxazid can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Isocarboxazid with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing & hearing things that do not exist), seizure(fits), extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor(shaking of hands & legs), incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
FluvoxamineLinezolid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet:
Taking Linezolid with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome( a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linezolid with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet is not recommended but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination (seeing & hearing things that do not exist), seizure(fits), extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor (shaking of hands & legs), incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
FluvoxamineAlosetron
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet:
Taking Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet with alosetron can increase the risk of serious side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between alosetron and Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience constipation or abdominal pain. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluvoxamineCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet:
Coadministration of cisapride with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet may significantly increases the blood levels of cisapride.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet with cisapride is not recommended, but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting and fast heartbeats contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluvoxamineFurazolidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet:
Taking Furazolidone with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet with Furazolidone is not recommended, but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluvoxamineTizanidine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet:
Taking Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet with Tizanidine it can increases the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet with Tizanidine is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, low blood pressure, slurred speech, confusion, or severe weakness, contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluvoxamineMethylene blue
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet:
Taking Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet with Methylene blue can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet with Methylene blue is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing & hearing things that do not exist), seizure(fits), increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor(shaking of hands & legs), incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
FluvoxamineMetoclopramide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet:
Coadministration of Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet with Metoclopramide increases the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet with Metoclopramide is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice.
FluvoxamineCitalopram
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet:
When Citalopram is taken with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet it increase the blood levels of citalopram and also increase the risk of certain side effects, including an irregular heart rhythm

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet with Citalopram is not recommended, but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or fast heartbeats please contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluvoxaminePhenelzine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet:
Taking Phenelzine with Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fluvoxin CR 100 Tablet with Phenelzine is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing & hearing things that do not exist), seizure(fits), extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor(shaking of hands & legs), incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a well-balanced diet.
  • Avoid processed or packed foods and foods that are high in refined sugars.
  • Exercise regularly.
  • Lose excess weight and keep a check on your weight.
  • Avoid stress.
  • Improve your mood by being active, socializing with others, and talking about your feelings.
  • Quit alcohol intake and smoking.

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