Manufacturer: Abbott
Salt Composition : Fluvoxamine(150mg)
Uvox CR 150 Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. Your doctor may start you on a lower dose and increase it gradually. Do not change the dose or stop taking it without talking to your doctor, even if you feel well. Doing so may make your condition worse or you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms (anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, dizziness, sleep disturbances, etc).
To get the most benefit, take this medicine regularly at the same time each day. It may take a few weeks before you start feeling better. Let your doctor know if you do not see any improvement even after 4 weeks.
Uvox CR 150 Tablet has been reported to have fewer side effects than older antidepressants. Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dry mouth, increased sweating, tremors, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), decreased sexual drive, delayed ejaculation, and erectile dysfunction. Some people may experience sleepiness after taking this medicine. Let your doctor know if you develop any sudden worsening of mood or any thoughts about harming yourself.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, heart problems, or glaucoma. These may affect your treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Some other medicines may affect the way it works, especially other antidepressants and medicines called MAO inhibitors. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe.
Fluvoxamine blocks the reuptake of serotonin at the serotonin reuptake pump of the neuronal membrane, enhancing the actions of serotonin on 5HT1A autoreceptors Label,1,2.
Fluvoxamine undergoes extensive oxidative metabolism, most probably in the liver. Nine metabolites have been identified, none of which are known to be pharmacologically active. The specific cytochrome P450 (CYP) isoenzymes involved in the metabolism of fluvoxamine are unknown.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Uvox
Delayed ejaculation
Drowsiness
Erectile dysfunction
Low sexual desire
Nausea
Vomiting
Dryness in mouth
Fatigue
Increased sweating
Indigestion
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Loss of appetite
Nervousness
Tremors
a disorder with excess antidiuretic hormone called syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone.
low amount of sodium in the blood.
an increased risk of bleeding.
manic behavior.
a form of mania that has a lower severity of symptoms.
manic-depression.
suicidal thoughts.
Uvox CR 150 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Uvox CR 150 Tablet.
Uvox CR 150 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Fluvoxamine Maleate Tablets are indicated for the treatment of obsessions and compulsions in patients with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), as defined in DSM-III-R or DSM-IV. The obsessions or compulsions cause marked distress, are time-consuming, or significantly interfere with social or occupational functioning.
Fluvoxamine may cause a serious condition called serotonin syndrome if taken together with some medicines. Do not use fluvoxamine with buspirone (Buspar®), fentanyl (Abstral®, Duragesic®), lithium (Eskalith®, Lithobid®), tryptophan, St.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Uvox CR 150 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Uvox CR 150 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
It should be taken at night with or without food.
Take caution while taking Uvox CR 150 Tablet if you are using Benzodiazepines and MAO inhibitors previously.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Uvox CR 150 Tablet affects you.
Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Uvox CR 150 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Is Uvox CR 150 Tablet used for anxiety?
Yes, Uvox CR 150 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. Uvox CR 150 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 Uvox CR 150 Tablet get you high?
There is no evidence that Uvox CR 150 Tablet causes dependence. But, patients may experience withdrawal symptoms on sudden discontinuation of Uvox CR 150 Tablet. Usually, the withdrawal symptoms are mild and go away on their own within 2 weeks.
Q. Who should not take Uvox CR 150 Tablet?
You should not take Uvox CR 150 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 Uvox CR 150 Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, a common side effect of Uvox CR 150 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 Uvox CR 150 Tablet affects you.
