Voxamin 50 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Voxamin 50 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
SAFE
Voxamin 50 does not usually affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Voxamin 50 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Voxamin 50 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Voxamin 50 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Voxamin 50 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Voxamin 50mg Tablet
Introduction
Voxamin 50 is a type of antidepressant belonging to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) group of medicines. It is prescribed to treat depression, where it helps to make you feel better. This medicine is also used to treat people with ob ... Show more
Uses of Voxamin 50
Depression
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Side effects of Voxamin 50
Common
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
Tremor
How to use Voxamin 50
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. Voxamin 50 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Voxamin 50 works
Voxamin 50 is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and also relieves symptoms of obse ... Show more
What if you forget to take Voxamin 50?
If you miss a dose of Voxamin 50, 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.
Quick Tips
It should be taken at night with or without food.
Take caution while taking Voxamin 50 if you are using Benzodiazepines and MAO inhibitors previously.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Voxamin 50 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.
Oral
Obsessive compulsive disorder
Adult: 50 mg once daily; may increase by 50 mg every 4-7 days. Daily doses >100 mg should be given in 2 divided d ... Show more
Child Dose
Oral
Obsessive compulsive disorder
Child: >8 yr: 25 mg once daily, may increase by 25 mg every 4-7 days. Doses >50 mg should be given in 2 divided d ... Show more
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity. Not to be used with thioridazine, terfenadine, astemizole, cisapride, pimozide, aloestron, tizanidine. Lactation.
Mode of Action
Fluvoxamine, derived from aralkylketone, inhibits the re-uptake of serotonin in brain neurons.
Precaution
History of mania or seizures; liver dysfunction; presence of depressive symptoms; smokers. Treatment with MAOI should only be started at least 2 wk af ... Show more
Side Effect
>10%
Nausea (40%),Headache (22-35%),Somnolence (22-27%),Weakness (14-26%),Insomnia (20-35%),Diarrhea (11-18%),Dizziness (11-15%),Xerostomia (10-14%), ... Show more
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy
Prolonged experience with fluvoxamine in pregnant women over decades, based on published observational studies, have not identified a clear ... Show more
Interaction
Co-admin with fluvoxamine may increase carbamazepine toxicity and serum levels of theophylline. Lithium enhances the serotonergic effects of fluvoxami ... Show more
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