✅ Fluvoxin 50 mg – Trusted SSRI for OCD, Depression & Anxiety Treatment

🔍 What is Fluvoxin 50 mg?

Fluvoxin 50 mg contains fluvoxamine maleate, a medication primarily used to treat Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and depression. It belongs to the class of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs), which help balance serotonin levels in the brain to improve mood and mental health.

⚙️ How It Works (Mechanism of Action)

Fluvoxamine works by inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin in the brain. By preventing the reabsorption of serotonin, it increases the amount available in the synaptic gap, which helps enhance mood and reduce anxiety or obsessive thoughts.

✅ Common Indications (Uses)

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
• Social Anxiety Disorder (off-label)
• Panic Disorder (off-label)
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Other anxiety disorders (as prescribed)

💊 Dosage and Administration

• Starting Dose: 50 mg once daily, usually at bedtime
• Maintenance Dose: May be increased gradually up to a maximum of 300 mg/day depending on patient response
• Should be taken with or without food
• Swallow tablets whole with water

Important: Do not stop abruptly—dose must be tapered off under medical supervision.

⚠️ Precautions and Warnings

• Caution in patients with liver impairment or seizure disorders
• Do not combine with MAO inhibitors or other serotonergic drugs without medical supervision
• Caution in elderly patients—may require lower doses

💢 Common Side Effects

Common Side Effects	Serious Side Effects
Nausea or vomiting	Suicidal thoughts or behaviors
Drowsiness or insomnia	Serotonin syndrome (agitation, confusion, sweating)
Headache	Seizures
Dry mouth	Severe allergic reaction
Sexual dysfunction	Abnormal bleeding

🔄 Drug Interactions

Fluvoxamine may interact with:

• MAO inhibitors (risk of serotonin syndrome)
• Warfarin (increased bleeding risk)
• Theophylline (increased plasma levels)
• Other SSRIs, SNRIs, or triptans

Always inform your doctor about all medications and supplements you’re taking.

🤰 Use in Breastfeeding

• Breastfeeding: Passes into breast milk—use caution

📦 Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature (20–25°C)
• Protect from moisture and light
• Keep out of reach of children.