Fluxamine tablets are an important medication in the treatment of mental disorders, as they help improve mood, reduce anxiety, and control compulsive thoughts and behaviors. This medication contains the active ingredient fluvoxamine maleate at a concentration of 50 mg per tablet. Fluvoxamine belongs to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class of medications that work to increase levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin in the brain, which plays a key role in regulating many psychological functions. Fluxamine is an effective treatment option for obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, and other anxiety disorders, contributing to improving patients' quality of life and their ability to perform daily functions normally.
The active ingredient in Fluxamine tablets
The therapeutic efficacy of Fluxamine tablets depends primarily on the following active ingredient
Fluvoxamine maleate: 50 mg per tablet. Fluvoxamine maleate is also available in other strengths, such as 100 mg, to provide different dosage options to suit patients' needs and the severity of their condition.
Mechanism of Action of Fluxamine Tablets
Fluvoxamine maleate works by affecting the neurotransmitter serotonin in the brain. Its main mechanism of action is:
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibition: After neurons release serotonin into the interneuronal space to communicate with each other, a large portion of the serotonin is normally reabsorbed into the cell that released it. Fluvoxamine binds to reuptake pumps on the surface of neurons and prevents the reabsorption of serotonin.
Increased serotonin concentration in the synaptic space: As a result of reuptake inhibition, the concentration of serotonin in the interneuronal space (the synaptic space) increases. This higher concentration of serotonin allows it to bind to serotonin receptors on subsequent neurons more effectively and for a longer period of time, enhancing the transmission of serotonin-dependent nerve signals. Improving mood and behavior regulation: It is believed that increased serotonin activity in the brain contributes to improving mood regulation, reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression, and controlling repetitive thoughts and compulsive behaviors associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Indications for using Fluxamine tablets
Fluxamine tablets are primarily used to treat the following conditions:
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): It is used to control repetitive and disturbing obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors that a person engages in to relieve anxiety associated with obsessions.
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD): It is used to relieve symptoms of depression, such as low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, changes in appetite or sleep, feelings of guilt or worthlessness, and difficulty concentrating.
It may be used to treat some other anxiety disorders, such as social anxiety disorder or panic disorder, based on the evaluation of a specialist doctor.
How to Use Fluxamine Tablets
Fluxamine tablets should be taken orally exactly as directed by your doctor. The initial dose, maintenance dose, and number of times per day depend on the condition being treated, the patient's age, and their response to the medication. General guidelines for use include:
Taking the tablets with a sufficient amount of water.
The medication can be taken with or without food.
Your doctor may start with a low dose and gradually increase it to reduce the risk of side effects.
If you are prescribing a high daily dose, your doctor may recommend dividing the dose into two doses per day to avoid certain side effects.
Do not change the dose or stop taking the medication suddenly without consulting your doctor. Abrupt discontinuation can cause withdrawal symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, insomnia, and anxiety. The dose should be gradually reduced under medical supervision.