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Fluvo is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fluvo. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Fluvo include Insomnia, Headache, Fatigue. Some other side effects of Fluvo have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Fluvo go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fluvo is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Fluvo has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fluvo related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Depression must refrain from the use of Fluvo since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Fluvo have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Fluvo have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fluvo is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Fluvo is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Fluvo safe for pregnant women?
Fluvo may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Fluvo, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Fluvo safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Fluvo may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Fluvo should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Fluvo on the Kidneys?
Fluvo is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Fluvo on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Fluvo on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Fluvo on the Heart?
Fluvo is rarely harmful for the heart.
Fluvo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fluvo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fluvo habit forming or addictive?
Fluvo is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fluvo. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Fluvo should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Fluvo can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fluvo
You can take Fluvo with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluvo
Taking alcohol with Fluvo can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Luvox® (Fluvoxamine Maleate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 461
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 41-42