VOXIMIN CR 50MG TAB

Overview

VOXIMIN CR 50MG TAB is a Schedule X drug.

VOXIMIN CR 50MG TAB is composed of: FLUVOXAMINE (50.0 MG)

Fluvoxamine is used to treat obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). It belongs to a group of medicines known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). These medicines are thought to work by increasing the activity of a chemical called serotonin in the brain. 

Usage

FLUVOXAMINE is generally used to treat: OCD

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions


  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of epilepsy, heart, kidney, adrenal, or liver disease, smoking, alcohol abuse, depression, suicidal thoughts, low sodium in blood, dehydration, ulcer, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption and smoking. It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
  • Before taking fluvoxamine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
  • Fluvoxamine may cause a condition that affects the heart rhythm (QT prolongation). QT prolongation can rarely cause serious (rarely fatal) fast/irregular heartbeat and other symptoms (such as severe dizziness, fainting) that need medical attention right away.
  • Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
  • Children may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially loss of appetite and weight loss. Monitor weight and height in children who are taking this drug.
  • During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. It may harm an unborn baby. Also, babies born to mothers who have used this drug during the last 3 months of pregnancy may rarely develop withdrawal symptoms such as feeding/breathing difficulties, seizures, muscle stiffness, or constant crying. If you notice any of these symptoms in your newborn, tell the doctor promptly.
  • This drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Symptoms of Overdosage

FLUVOXAMINE over-dosage can result in: Irregular Heartbeat, Difficulty Breathing, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

FLUVOXAMINE : Unusual Behavior, Difficulty Urinating

Serious Side-Effects

FLUVOXAMINE : Difficulty Breathing

Rare Side-Effects

FLUVOXAMINE : Skin Rash, Agitation, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chills, Confusion, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Fever, Irregular Menstrual Periods, Eyes Eye Irritation, Throat Soreness, Body Excessive Sweating

Food Interactions


Using caffeine together with fluvoxamine may increase the effects of caffeine. Contact your doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, headache, nervousness, irritability, agitation, restlessness, insomnia, ringing in the ears, tremors, and increased heart rat.

Disease Interactions

FLUVOXAMINE can interfere with: Depression, Hyponatremia, Seizure, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

FLUVOXAMINE is categorized as: SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS / ANTIDEPRESSANTS / PSYCHOTHERAPEUTIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ARKAVOXIN 100MG TABINR 187.5 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
ARKAVOXIN 50MG TABINR 94.22 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50.0 MG
FLUMIN 100MG TABINR 120 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
FLUVARIS 100MG TABINR 215 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
FLUVARIS 50MG TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50.0 MG
FLUVATOR 100MG TABINR 226 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
FLUVATOR 50MG TABINR 130 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50.0 MG
FLUVO 100MG TABINR 200 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
FLUVO 50MG TABINR 123.81 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50.0 MG
FLUVOXAMINEFLUVOXAMINE
FLUVOXIN 25MG TABINR 118.37 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 25.0 MG
FLUVOXIN CR 100MG TABINR 240 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100 MG
FLUVOXIN CR 50MG TABINR 150 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50 MG
FLUVOXIN TAB 100MGINR 225 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100 MG
FLUVOXIN TAB 50MGINR 135 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50 MG
FLUVOXIN XR 100MG TABINR 220 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
FLUVOXINE CR 100MG TABINR 240 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
FLUVOXINE CR 50MG TABINR 150 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50.0 MG
FLUXAM 50MG TABINR 106.66 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50.0 MG
FMINE 100MG TABINR 240 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
FMINE 50MG TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50.0 MG
FREXT 100MG TABINR 244 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
FREXT 100MG TAB CRINR 247 for 10 TABLET CRFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
FREXT 50MG TABINR 141 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50 MG
OCIVOX 100MG TABINR 172.5 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
OCIVOX 50MG TABINR 95 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50.0 MG
PSYVOXIN 100MG TABINR 183.6 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
PSYVOXIN 50MG TABINR 101.88 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50.0 MG
SOREST 100MG TABINR 247 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
SOREST 50MG TABINR 147 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50.0 MG
UVOX 100MG TABINR 301 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
UVOX 50MG TABINR 178 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50 MG
VOXAMIN 100MG TABINR 208 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
VOXAMIN 50MG TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50.0 MG
VOXAZEN 100MG TABINR 177.08 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
VOXAZEN 50MG TABINR 93.75 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50.0 MG
VOXIDEP 100MG TABINR 210 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
VOXIDEP 25MG TABINR 77 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 25.0 MG
VOXIDEP 50MG TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50.0 MG
VOXIMIN CR 50MG TABINR 131 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50.0 MG
VOXINIX 100MG TABINR 209 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 100.0 MG
VOXINIX 50MG TABINR 110 for 10 TABLETSFLUVOXAMINE 50.0 MG