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Luvox (Fluvoxin)
This medicine is a selective serotonin reuptake
inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat obsessive-compulsive
disorder (OCD). It may also be used to treat
depression and other conditions as determined by
your doctor.
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Luvox Information
Chemical Name: FLUVOXAMINE (floo-VOX-a-meen)
Common Luvox uses
This medicine is a selective serotonin reuptake
inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat obsessive-compulsive
disorder (OCD). It may also be used to treat
depression and other conditions as determined by
your doctor.
Before using Luvox
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact
with this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST
of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine
that you are taking. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if
you are also taking astemizole, fenfluramine,
dexfenfluramine, a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI),
sibutramine, terfenadine, or tramadol. ADDITIONAL
MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed
if you are taking cisapride, clozapine,
cyproheptadine, lithium, theophylline, or tricyclic
antidepressants. Inform your doctor of any other
medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or
breast-feeding. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if
you have any questions or concerns about using this
medicine.
Luvox
Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine
provided by your doctor. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room
temperature, away from heat and light. CONTINUE TO
TAKE THIS MEDICINE even if you feel better. Do not
miss any doses. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE
and you are taking 1 dose daily, take the missed
dose if you remember the same day. Skip the missed
dose if you do not remember until the next day. IF
YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE and you are taking
more than 1 dose a day, skip the missed dose and go
back to your regular dosing schedule. Do NOT take 2
doses at once.
Luvox
Cautions
DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you have had an
allergic reaction to it or are allergic to any
ingredient in this product. DO NOT TAKE THIS
MEDICINE with terfenadine (Seldane), astemizole
(Hismanal), or cisapride. SEVERAL WEEKS (up to 8
weeks) may pass before you feel the full effect of
this medicine. DO NOT STOP TAKING THIS MEDICINE
without checking with your doctor. KEEP ALL DOCTOR
AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are taking
this medicine. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR
DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you
know how you react to this medicine. Using this
medicine alone, with other medicines, or with
alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to
perform other potentially dangerous tasks. THIS
MEDICINE WILL ADD TO THE EFFECTS of alcohol and
other depressants. Ask your pharmacist if you have
questions about which medicines are depressants.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either
prescription or over-the-counter, check with your
doctor or pharmacist. This includes any medicines
that contain dextromethorphan. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU
PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor
the benefits and risks of using this medicine during
pregnancy, especially during the third trimester.
THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. DO NOT
BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.
Possible Luvoxside effects
SIDE EFFECTS of Luvox, that may go away during treatment,
include nervousness, trouble sleeping, headache,
drowsiness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea,
loss of appetite, dry mouth, sweating, dizziness,
lightheadedness, or changes in sexual function. If
they continue or are bothersome, check with your
doctor. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Luvox
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side
effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job.
Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your
medicines interact with each other. Check drug
interactions
If you take too much Luvox
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness,
vomiting, diarrhea, and dizziness.
Additional Luvox information
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it
was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for
other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of
the reach of children and pets. IF USING THIS
MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain
refills before your supply runs out. |
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