Side Effects of Fluvoxamine CR

Suicidal thoughts or behavior, chest pain, and restlessness or inability to sit still are some of the potentially serious side effects of fluvoxamine CR that require immediate medical attention. However, most side effects are mild and, if they occur, do not require treatment. Some of these more common fluvoxamine CR side effects include dry mouth, nausea, loss of appetite, and drowsiness.

Fluvoxamine CR Information

An Introduction to Fluvoxamine CR Side Effects

As with any medicine, side effects are possible with fluvoxamine CR (Luvox^® CR). However, not everyone who takes the medication will have problems. In fact, most people tolerate it quite well. If side effects of fluvoxamine CR do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or can easily be treated by you or your healthcare provider.

(This article covers many, but not all, of the possible side effects with fluvoxamine CR. Your healthcare provider can discuss a more complete list of fluvoxamine CR side effects with you.)

Side Effects of Fluvoxamine CR to Report

Some side effects with fluvoxamine CR, while occurring infrequently, are potentially serious and should be reported to your healthcare provider.

These include but are not limited to:

Suicidal thoughts or behavior
Anxiety, agitation, or panic attacks
Hostility or aggressiveness
Engaging in unusual or dangerous activities
Restlessness or inability to sit still
Extreme elation or feeling of happiness that may switch back and forth with a depressed or sad mood
Other unusual changes in behavior
Hallucinations
Fast heart rate (tachycardia)
Chest palpitations (heart palpitations) or chest pain
Signs of an allergic reaction, including:

Unexplained rash
Hives
Itching
Unexplained swelling
Wheezing

Difficulty breathing or swallowing.

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