Florest 50

Presentation: Tablet: Fluvoxamine Maleate 50 mg.

Indications: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Depressive illness, Panic Disorder, Eating Disorders, Chronic Tension Headache.

Dosage & Administration: Adults: Initially 50 mg once daily at bedtime, may increase in 50 mg increments every 4-7 days up to 300 mg daily (doses >100 mg in divided doses, larger dose at bedtime). Children (>8 years): Initially 25 mg once daily at bedtime, may increase in 25 mg increments every 4-7 days up to 200 mg daily (doses >50 mg in divided doses, larger dose at bedtime). Elderly/Hepatically Impaired: May require lower initial doses and slower titration. Follow physician's instructions.

Side Effects:Nausea, vomiting, asthenia, headache, malaise, palpitations/tachycardia, abdominal pain, anorexia, constipation, diarrhea,dry mouth, dyspepsia, agitation, anxiety, dizziness, insomnia, nervousness, somnolence, tremor, sweating.

Precautions: Hypersensitivity. Not to be used with thioridazine, terfenadine, astemizole, cisapride, pimozide, alosetron, tizanidine. Lactation. Caution in mania history, seizures, suicidal tendency, ECT, cardiac disease, diabetes mellitus, angle-closure glaucoma, bleeding disorders, hepatic/renal impairment. May impair skilled tasks (driving). Avoid alcohol. Monitor for mood changes/suicidal thoughts. Do not stop abruptly.

Storage: Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of reach of children.

Important Note: This information is for general knowledge only, not medical advice. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for specific guidance.