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Luvox Medication: Drug Information, Side Effects and Precautions

Luvox is used to relieve symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). It is also known as Fluvoxamine, and is in a class of medications called serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).

How Luvox Works

Luvox is said to increase serotonin levels in the brain. This is the similar type of action that is used for depression medicines, which are in the same class as Luvox.

Recommended Daily Dosage

It is important for you to see a doctor before you decide to take Luvox. They can help you determine what exact dosage of this medicine will work best for you. In the mean time you can be assured that this medication can be taken with or without food.

Precautions to Take

You are advised not to drink any alcohol while taking this medicine. In addition, you should keep this drug in the container it came in and store it at room temperature, away from heat and light. 

If you are allergic to this type of med you should call your doctor immediately. Your local mental health center will be able to find you a different medication. Likewise, you should not stop this medication abruptly, without direction from your doctor.

An additional precaution is to not take this drug with others that would contradict it. For example, you should not take this medication with any MAOI medication. You can ask your doctor for more information.

Side effects of Luvox

Usually all medications, including Luvox, come with extensive information regarding side effects. It is important to consult your doctor before you take any medication, especially prescription ones. Your doctor can tell you whether or not Luvox is right for you.

The side affects that people experience the most while taking Luvox often are the ones that are the least harmful to most people. Lists of some of the least serious and most serious side affects of this medication are listed below:

Some of the less serious side effects of this medication include the following:

• Dry mouth, agitation, nervousness,
• Changes in sex drive or difficulty having orgasm
• Changes in appetite or weight
• Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation
• Headache, dry mouth, or difficulty urinating
• Decreased sex drive or other changes in behavior
• Insomnia

More serious, but less common side effects include on or more of the following:

• Allergic reaction (Swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; difficulty breathing, closing of your throat, hives, etc.)
• Low blood pressure or high blood pressure
• Irregular heartbeat or pulse
• Chills or fever

Most of the above mentioned more sever side effects as well as others not listed page do not happen very often. Likewise, side effects that are most common are also ones that are not fatal or seriously harmful. If uncomfortable, painful, or harmful side effects persist, you will want to consult your psychiatrist right away.

You also have to make sure that you get a complete physical and mental examination before choosing any medication. In addition, it is important that you always be honest with your doctor about how you are doing. Some medications do not work well for people who have certain existing medical conditions.

If you have any existing medical conditions of any kind you will want to make sure your doctor approves of you taking any medication, such as Luvox. Most people will do fine taking this OCD medication, however.

What to Do if You Experience Side Effects

If you notice some unusual uncomfortable activity within your body while you take Luvox, contact your doctor. Your doctor can carefully analyze the situation and help determine whether or not you should continue taking this medication.

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