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Fluvo Star-50 Tablet 10's

Fluvo Star-50 Tablet 10's

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Composition

FLUVOXAMINE-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Alathea Biotec Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Fluvo Star-50 Tablet

Fluvo Star-50 Tablet belongs to the class of medications called antidepressants. It treats neurological diseases such as depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Depression is a mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, loss, or anger. Anxiety is the feeling of fear about what’s about to come. Panic disorder is characterized by a panic attack in which the patient experiences a sudden feeling of terror even if there is no real danger. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is the excessive thoughts that lead to repetitive behaviour.

Fluvo Star-50 Tablet contains fluvoxamine, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It increases the release of the serotonin hormone in the body, which is responsible for improving mood, cognition, and memory.

Take Fluvo Star-50 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical conditions, you are advised to take Fluvo Star-50 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. You may experience common side effects like drowsiness, delayed ejaculation (extended period of sexual stimulation in men for releasing of sperm), erectile dysfunction, low sexual desire, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), nausea, vomiting, restlessness, fatigue, dryness in the mouth, indigestion, loss of appetite, increased sweating, nervousness, and tremor. Most of these side effects of Fluvo Star-50 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not take Fluvo Star-50 Tablet if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to fluvoxamine or other ingredients present in this medicine. Before taking Fluvo Star-50 Tablet , inform your doctor if you have a low sodium level in the blood, increased risk of bleeding, suicidal thoughts, liver problems, family history of depressive disorder, intestinal ulcer (bleeding in the intestine), or glaucoma. If you are pregnant, immediately inform your doctor because Fluvo Star-50 Tablet may harm the unborn baby.

Uses of Fluvo Star-50 Tablet

Treatment of Depression, anxiety, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

Medicinal Benefits

Fluvo Star-50 Tablet belongs to the class of antidepressants. It is used to treat neurological diseases such as depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Fluvo Star-50 Tablet is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It increases the release of the serotonin hormone, which balances the excitatory responses in the body. It helps in improving mood, memory, cognition, and learning. It also helps to regulate digestion, sleep cycle, and food cravings.

Directions for Use

Swallow Fluvo Star-50 Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Fluvo Star-50 Tablet

  • Drowsiness

  • Delayed ejaculation (extended period of sexual stimulation in men for releasing of sperm)

  • Erectile dysfunction

  • Low sexual desire

  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

  • Nausea

  • Vomiting

  • Restlessness

  • Fatigue

  • Dryness in the mouth,

  • Indigestion

  • Loss of appetite

  • Increased sweating

  • Nervousness

  • Tremor

  • Decreased sodium levels

Drug Warnings

Do not take Fluvo Star-50 Tablet if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to fluvoxamine or other ingredients present in this medicine. Before taking Fluvo Star-50 Tablet , inform your doctor if you have low sodium level in the blood, increased risk of bleeding, suicidal thoughts, liver problems, kidney problems, family history of depressive disorder, intestinal ulcer (bleeding in the intestine), and glaucoma. If you are pregnant, then immediately inform your doctor because Fluvo Star-50 Tablet may harm the unborn baby. Talk to your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother. Do not take alcohol because alcohol makes you dizzier and drowsier. Talk to your doctor if you are using alcohol.

Drug Interactions

Drug-drug interactions: Fluvo Star-50 Tablet may interact with medicines used to treat pain and inflammation (aspirin, tramadol), immune suppressants (ciclosporin), medicines used for abnormal heart rhythms (mexiletine), medicines used to treat pain and withdrawal symptoms (methadone), epilepsy medications (phenytoin or carbamazepine), blood pressure-lowering pills (propranolol), Parkinson's disease (ropinirole), migraine medications (sumatriptan), asthma medications (theophylline), antiplatelet drugs (clopidogrel), and blood thinner (warfarin).

Drug-food interactions: Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of Fluvo Star-50 Tablet , such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. It would be best to avoid or limit alcohol use while being treated with Fluvo Star-50 Tablet .

Drug-disease interactions: Fluvo Star-50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease, depression, seizures, hyponatremia (low sodium level in blood), and weight loss.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CLOPIDOGREL
  • WARFARIN
  • ASPIRIN
  • TRAMADOL
  • MEXILETINE
  • METHADONE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PROPRANOLOL
  • ROPINIROLE
  • SUMATRIPTAN
  • THEOPHYLLINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a well-balanced diet.

  • Avoid processed or packed foods and foods that are high in refined sugars.

  • Exercise regularly.

  • Lose excess weight and keep a check on your weight.

  • Avoid stress.

  • Improve your mood by being active, socializing with others, and talking about your feelings.

  • Quit alcohol intake and smoking.

Special Advise

 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Depression: Depression is a mental health disorder in which patients experience persistent loss of interest or mood and feelings of sadness. It affects the quality of life. It causes changes in sleep, appetite, social behaviour, learning abilities, concentration, and self-esteem.

Anxiety: Anxiety is a feeling of fear, worry, or uneasiness. It is usually a normal emotion. However, the condition is called anxiety disorder if a person experiences repeated episodes of anxiety that worsen over time or interfere with daily activities.

Panic disorder: Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder. It is characterized by sudden panic attacks in which patients experience intense fear even if there is no danger.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD):  As the name suggests, patients experience obsessions (intruding excessive thoughts) that cause compulsions (impulsive behaviours). It is characterized by nervousness, repetitive movements or words, and increased alertness.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Fluvo Star-50 Tablet interacts with alcohol and increases the risk of side-effects like sleepiness and dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Fluvo Star-50 Tablet should not be used when pregnancy unless clearly necessary. So, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or suspect pregnancy. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Fluvo Star-50 Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Fluvo Star-50 Tablet should not be used in nursing mothers unless clearly necessary. So, inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Fluvo Star-50 Tablet .

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Driving

Unsafe

Fluvo Star-50 Tablet causes drowsiness. So, it is recommended to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery after taking Fluvo Star-50 Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Fluvo Star-50 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Fluvo Star-50 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions as dose adjustment might be required.

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Children

Caution

Fluvo Star-50 Tablet is not recommended for use in children because it may cause loss of appetite and weight loss.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - FLU0880

FAQs

Fluvo Star-50 Tablet belongs to the class of medications called antidepressants. It is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
When you take Fluvo Star-50 Tablet , it increases the serotonin levels. Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain responsible for improving mood and physical symptoms of depression. It is also responsible for relieving symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
Do not stop Fluvo Star-50 Tablet without your doctor's advice. Sudden discontinuation may lead to withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, insomnia, restlessness, and anxiety.
Fluvo Star-50 Tablet may cause side effects on prolonged use. So, using this medicine for the duration prescribed by your doctor is recommended.
Yes, a common side effect of Fluvo Star-50 Tablet is sleepiness. It may also affect your capacity to think clearly, react quickly, or make decisions. Avoid operating heavy machinery or driving until and unless you know how Fluvo Star-50 Tablet affects you.
Fluvo Star-50 Tablet may either cause weight loss or weight gain. Weight loss occurs due to loss of appetite. However, the chances of having weight loss or gain are not known. Compared to other anti-depressant medicines, there is no major change in the body's weight with Fluvo Star-50 Tablet in most people.
Fluvo Star-50 Tablet may cause gastritis. Consult a doctor if you experience any abnormal side effects while taking Fluvo Star-50 Tablet .
In case you miss a dose of Fluvo Star-50 Tablet , do not take a double dose of Fluvo Star-50 Tablet . If you remember the missed dose before sleeping, take it at that time and take Fluvo Star-50 Tablet at the same time the next day, which you were taking earlier. If you remember the missed dose the next day, leave the skipped dose, and continue with the next dose.

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