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Fluvoxamine Maleate

An SSRI antidepressant capsule used to treat obsessive compulsive disorder.

Clinical information

Common uses

obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)

Common side effects

feeling sick (nausea)
sleepiness or trouble sleeping
weakness
diarrhoea
sweating, tremor and sexual problems

Cautions

watch for worsening mood or suicidal thoughts, especially early on
serotonin syndrome risk, especially with other serotonergic drugs
may increase bleeding risk
do not stop abruptly — reduce gradually

Interactions

thioridazine, tizanidine, pimozide, alosetron, ramelteon (must not combine)
MAOIs (do not use within 14 days)
benzodiazepines such as alprazolam or diazepam (levels rise)
warfarin (blood thinner) — levels rise, monitor clotting
theophylline (dose cut to one-third)
clozapine and methadone (levels rise)

Pregnancy: weigh risks and benefits — use late in pregnancy can affect the newborn

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: DailyMed, dailymed.nlm.nih.gov, Fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules label, setid d492230c-f56a-4759-ba86-7090b9f44063 (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations3

Brand name	Dosage form	Strength	Importer	Category
Fluvoxamine Maleate	Tablet	25 mg	—	POM
Fluvoxamine Maleate	Tablet	100mg	—	POM
Fluvoxamine Maleate	Tablet	50mg	—	POM