Fluoxa
Fluoxa Products are primarily used for
About Fluoxa Products
Uses of Fluoxa Products
Fluvoxamine is used in the treatment of depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Fluoxa Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Fluoxa are Delayed ejaculation, Drowsiness, Erectile dysfunction, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Low sexual desire, Nausea1a, Restlessness, Vomiting, Dryness in mouth, Fatigue, Increased sweating, Indigestion, Loss of appetite, Nervousness, Tremor.
How Fluoxa Products work
Fluvoxamine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and also relieves symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorders.
Patient Concerns about Fluoxa Products
Frequently asked questions about Fluoxa Products
Frequently asked questions about Fluvoxamine
Q. Is Fluoxa 100mg Tablet used for anxiety?
Yes, Fluoxa 100mg Tablet is used to treat social anxiety disorder. It is anxiety related to interacting with others or performing in front of others that interferes with normal life. Fluoxa 100mg Tablet is also used for the treatment of the obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and panic attacks. In OCD, a person experiences unwanted thoughts and the irresistible desire to perform certain actions over and over. These thoughts and desires do not go away and make it bothersome for the person.
Q. Can Fluoxa 100mg Tablet get you high?
There is no evidence that Fluoxa 100mg Tablet causes dependence. But, patients may experience withdrawal symptoms on sudden discontinuation of Fluoxa 100mg Tablet. Usually, the withdrawal symptoms are mild and go away on their own within 2 weeks.
Q. Who should not take Fluoxa 100mg Tablet?
You should not take Fluoxa 100mg Tablet if you are allergic to it, if you are taking another medicine to treat depression called a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor (MAOI), or if you have stopped taking an MAOI within the last 14 days. This is because taking both these medicines close in time together may cause serious and sometimes fatal reactions like high body temperature, convulsions, and even coma.
Q. Does Fluoxa 100mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, a common side effect of Fluoxa 100mg Tablet is sleepiness. It may also affect your ability to think clearly, make decisions, or react quickly. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until and unless you know how Fluoxa 100mg Tablet affects you.
Q. Does Fluoxa 100mg Tablet have any serious health risks associated with it?
Yes, the use of Fluoxa 100mg Tablet may cause serious health risks. These may include increased risks of suicidal thoughts and actions, mania, bleeding problems, convulsions, visual problems, and low sodium levels in the blood.
Q. How quickly does Fluoxa 100mg Tablet work?
It takes a long time for Fluoxa 100mg Tablet to start working. However, you may see an improvement in your sleep, appetite and energy levels within 1-2 weeks of starting Fluoxa 100mg Tablet. While, conditions like depressed mood and lack of interest in activities may take about 6-8 weeks to improve.
Q. Can I stop Fluoxa 100mg Tablet if I am better now?
No, instead of stopping the medicine by yourself, consult your doctor who will gradually reduce the dose before stopping it completely. This is done because sudden discontinuation of Fluoxa 100mg Tablet may cause withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms include anxiety, irritability, high or low mood, feeling restless or changes in sleep habits, headache, sweating, nausea, dizziness, electric shock-like sensations, shaking, and confusion.
Q. Does Fluoxa 100mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Fluoxa 100mg Tablet may either cause weight gain or weight loss. The weight loss could be due to loss of appetite. However, the chances of having weight gain or loss is not known. As compared to other anti-depressants, there is no significant change in body weight with Fluoxa 100mg Tablet in the majority of people.
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