Fluvoxamine Tablets

Intended to address depressive symptoms, developed to support mood regulation.

Strengths: 50 · 100mg

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Medicine details

Conditions
Alternative names

Faverin

Therapeutic class

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)

Pharmacological class

SSRI

Minor side effects

nausea; somnolence; dizziness; insomnia

Moderate side effects

anxiety; tremor; sweating; dry mouth

Dosage forms

Film-coated tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Patient summary

Intended to address depressive symptoms, developed to support mood regulation.

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Abbott

Onset Time

2–4 weeks

Duration

24 hours

Storage instructions

Store below 25°C in a dry place.

Drug interactions

alcohol; MAO inhibitors; warfarin; caffeine

Age restrictions

Not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years.

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to fluvoxamine; concurrent use of MAO inhibitors; concurrent use of tizanidine; concurrent use of pimozide

Precautions and warnings

may impair ability to drive or operate machinery; monitor for suicidal thoughts especially in young adults; discontinue gradually

Serious side effects

serotonin syndrome — requires immediate medical attention; seizures — requires immediate medical attention; hyponatraemia — requires immediate medical attention

Mechanism of action

Fluvoxamine is an SSRI that selectively inhibits the reuptake of serotonin in the central nervous system. This enhances serotonergic transmission, which regulates mood and helps alleviate symptoms of depression and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Use only if potential benefit outweighs risk. Breastfeeding: Discuss with your doctor, potential for infant exposure.

Fluvoxamine Tablets

Intended to address depressive symptoms, developed to support mood regulation.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Fluvoxamine
  • Listed indication(s): Major Depressive Disorder, Obsessive-compulsive Disorder

Usually available as

  • 90 tablets - 50 mg1389-50-mg-16660
  • 60 tablets - 100 mg1389-100-mg-16653