(RLS) and Rx's

[Guest guest]

Hi Joyce,

I did a quick check on " Luvox " on www.dogpile.com (which does a simultaneous

search on several search engines). Luvox is a brand name of Fluvoxamine

Maleate, a SSRI; for more info, check out some of the listings by doing a

dogpile search yourself. There's even some personal experiences of people

using it, in case you dont hear any experiences from rlssupport list.

Hope this helps.

At 10:49 PM 3/23/99 EST, you wrote:

>From: Jkl90@...

>

>Hi Group, Need advice. My doctor wants me to take a drug holiday. I cannot

>even bear the thought. Amyone have any infor on the Rx Luvox? Cannot find it

>in the PDR/ Appreciate any input if anyone takes it and it helped their legs.

>

>Greatfully, Joyce Popp jkl90

[Guest guest]

I know that the original message was posted by Joyce, but I have read some other

posts in the

past that mentioned Luvox, so I thought that I would just send this to the

entire group, for

informational purposes.

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Drug Name: Luvox Tablet

Generic Name: Fluvoxamine Maleate

Information Title: FLUVOXAMINE - ORAL TABLET

Uses:

This medication is used in the treatment of obsessive/compulsive disorders. It

has also been

used for depression.

How to Use This Medication:

Take this medication by mouth exactly as prescribed. It is usually taken at

bedtime. Swallow

tablets whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew them. Your dose may

be adjusted

gradually during the first weeks of therapy to find the dose just right for you.

Follow dosing

instructions closely. Do not take this more often, increase your dose or stop

taking this

without first consulting your doctor.

Side Effects:

This medication may cause nausea, vomiting, constipation, upset stomach,

weakness, loss of

appetite, delayed ejaculation, decreased libido, urinary frequency, altered

sexual function,

drowsiness, headache, dry mouth, nervousness, trouble sleeping, increased

sweating, tremor or

altered taste sensations. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome,

inform your

doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop a rapid, pounding or irregular

heartbeat, chest

pain, confusion, disorientation, bruising or bleeding, unusual or uncontrolled

movements

especially around the face or flu-like symptoms (fever, chills) while taking

this medication.

This medication may cause drowsiness. Use caution operating machinery or

engaging in activities

requiring alertness if this makes you drowsy.

Precautions:

Tell your doctor if you have a history of seizures, heart disease, kidney

disease, liver disease

or if you have any allergies. This medication should be used only if clearly

needed during

pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This medication

appears in breast

milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Interactions:

Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take

especially

lithium, all antidepressants (including fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine,

sertraline,

venlafaxine), sumatriptan (migraines), diltiazem, dexfenfluramine, warfarin,

phenytoin,

theophylline, tryptophan, terfenadine, astemizole, benzodiazepines,

carbamazepine, clozapine,

methadone, propranolol, metoprolol, MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone,

phenelzine, selegiline,

tranylcypromine), or haloperidol. This medication should not be used within 2

weeks of taking

MAO inhibitors. It is recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol while

taking this

medication.

Drug Tips & Label Warnings:

Laboratory tests may be done periodically while taking this medication to

monitor the effects.

May cause drowsiness.

Alcohol may intensify this effect.

Use care when operating a car or dangerous machines.

Dosage Information:

Minimum/Maximum Adult Daily Dose:100 - 300 mg (milligram) OR 1 - 3 Tablet

Try to take each dose at the scheduled time. If you miss a dose, take it as soon

as remembered;

do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose. Instead, skip the

missed dose and

resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not " double-up " the dose to catch up.

Storage:

Store this medication at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30

degrees C) away

from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep this and all medications

out of the

reach of children.

Related Drugs:

Luvox 100 mg Tablet is available by Prescription. Below are the names and

availability of other

drug forms that also have the generic name Fluvoxamine Maleate. Some may not be

available at

all pharmacies, and others may be that are not listed here. Check with your

doctor or

pharmacist.

Luvox 50 mg Tablet - Prescription

Luvox 100 mg Tablet - Prescription Luvox 25 mg Tablet - Prescription

Luvox 100 mg Tablet belongs to the class Central Nervous System Agents /

Psychotherapeutic

Agents / Antidepressants.

The preceeding information was obtained from Medical Drug Reference V4.1 by

Parsons Technology.

Jkl90@... wrote:

> From: Jkl90@...

>

> Hi Group, Need advice. My doctor wants me to take a drug holiday. I cannot

> even bear the thought. Amyone have any infor on the Rx Luvox? Cannot find it

> in the PDR/ Appreciate any input if anyone takes it and it helped their legs.

>

> Greatfully, Joyce Popp jkl90

>

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