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Voxamin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Voxamin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Voxamin are Insomnia, Headache, Fatigue. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Voxamin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Voxamin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Voxamin is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Voxamin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Voxamin related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Depression must refrain from the use of Voxamin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Voxamin contraindications section.
Besides this, Voxamin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Voxamin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Voxamin 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 Voxamin safe for pregnant women?
Voxamin may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Voxamin, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Voxamin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Voxamin. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Voxamin on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Voxamin on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Voxamin on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Voxamin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Voxamin on the Heart?
Voxamin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Voxamin 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 Voxamin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Voxamin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Voxamin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Voxamin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Voxamin can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Voxamin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Voxamin can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Voxamin
You can take Voxamin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Voxamin
Taking alcohol with Voxamin 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)
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