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Uvox Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Uvox Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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Composition :

FLUVOXAMINE-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Abbott India Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Uvox Tablet

Uvox 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.

Uvox 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 Uvox Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical conditions, you are advised to take Uvox 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 Uvox 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 Uvox Tablet if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to fluvoxamine or other ingredients present in this medicine. Before taking Uvox 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 Uvox Tablet may harm the unborn baby.

Uses of Uvox Tablet

Depression, anxiety, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Uvox 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). Uvox 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.

Storage

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Uvox Tablet if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to fluvoxamine or other ingredients present in this medicine. Before taking Uvox 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 Uvox 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-Drug Interactions

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FluvoxamineMethylene blue
Critical
FluvoxamineTizanidine
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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FluvoxamineMethylene blue
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uvox Tablet:
Taking Uvox Tablet with Methylene blue can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Uvox Tablet with Methylene blue is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing & hearing things that do not exist), seizure(fits), increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor(shaking of hands & legs), incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
FluvoxamineTizanidine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uvox Tablet:
Taking Uvox Tablet with Tizanidine it can increases the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although Uvox Tablet with Tizanidine is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, low blood pressure, slurred speech, confusion, or severe weakness, contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluvoxaminePhenelzine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uvox Tablet:
Taking Phenelzine with Uvox Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Uvox Tablet with Phenelzine is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing & hearing things that do not exist), seizure(fits), extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor(shaking of hands & legs), incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
FluvoxamineTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uvox Tablet:
Taking Uvox Tablet with tranylcypromine can increases the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Uvox Tablet and Tranylcypromine, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing and hearing things that do not exist), increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
FluvoxamineFurazolidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uvox Tablet:
Taking Furazolidone with Uvox Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Uvox Tablet with Furazolidone is not recommended, but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluvoxamineAlosetron
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uvox Tablet:
Taking Uvox Tablet with alosetron can increase the risk of serious side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between alosetron and Uvox Tablet they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience constipation or abdominal pain. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluvoxamineCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uvox Tablet:
Coadministration of cisapride with Uvox Tablet may significantly increases the blood levels of cisapride.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Uvox Tablet with cisapride is not recommended, but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting and fast heartbeats contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluvoxamineMetoclopramide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uvox Tablet:
Coadministration of Uvox Tablet with Metoclopramide increases the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Uvox Tablet with Metoclopramide is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice.
FluvoxamineTerfenadine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uvox Tablet:
When Uvox Tablet and Terfenadine are taken together, the effect of Uvox Tablet may be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
Although Uvox Tablet with Terfenadine is not recommended, but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any side effects contact your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluvoxamineLinezolid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uvox Tablet:
Taking Linezolid with Uvox Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome( a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Linezolid with Uvox Tablet is not recommended but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination (seeing & hearing things that do not exist), seizure(fits), extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor (shaking of hands & legs), incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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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.

Side Effects of Uvox 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

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDEPRESSANT

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

When you take Uvox 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 Uvox Tablet without your doctor's advice. Sudden discontinuation may lead to withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, insomnia, restlessness, and anxiety.

Uvox 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 Uvox 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 Uvox Tablet affects you.

Uvox 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 Uvox Tablet in most people.

Uvox Tablet may cause gastritis. Consult a doctor if you experience any abnormal side effects while taking Uvox Tablet .

In case you miss a dose of Uvox Tablet , do not take a double dose of Uvox Tablet . If you remember the missed dose before sleeping, take it at that time and take Uvox 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.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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

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

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

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Pregnancy

Caution

Uvox 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 Uvox Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Uvox 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 Uvox Tablet .

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Driving

Unsafe

Uvox Tablet causes drowsiness. So, it is recommended to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery after taking Uvox Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Uvox 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

Uvox 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

Uvox Tablet is not recommended for use in children because it may cause loss of appetite and weight loss.

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