Generic name:fluvoxamine (oral route) [ floo-VOX-a-meen ]
Drug class:Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 3, 2022.
Antidepressants can increase the risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults with major depressive disorder and other psychiatric disorders. This risk was not observed in patients older than 24 years, and the risk was reduced in patients 65 years or younger. Closely monitor patients of all ages for clinical worsening and emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. . Fluvoxamine maleate tablets are not approved for use in pediatric patients except for patients with obsessive compulsive disorder .
The Luvox brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Luvox
- Luvox CR
Available Dosage Forms:
- Capsule, Extended Release
- Tablet
Therapeutic Class: Antidepressant
Pharmacologic Class: Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor
Uses for Luvox
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. .
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using Luvox
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your he..
