Uvox, Fluvoxamine

Uvox is used in the treatment of anxiety disorder, phobia, post traumatic stress disorder, depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder(OCD).

Uvox is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). Uvox works by blocking the uptake of serotonin, but without any affecting most other receptors. This contributes to an increase in serotonin levels, thereby helping to normalize chemical activity in the brain.Serotonin works to stimulate other neurons in the brain that stimulates mood and physical symptoms in depression.Altering the balance of the chemicals in the brain can help with the symptoms of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders and phobias and restore normal daily routine.

Patients who take Uvox may suffer from such side effects;

Insomnia
Low libido
Memory difficulties
Perspiring at an increased rate
Abnormal increases or decreases in weight
Nausea,
Diarrhoea,
Headache,
Fatigue