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I was prescribed fluvoxamine for ocd, what are some common side effects?
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GI, sexual, & sleep: fluvoxamine is a serotonin reuptake inhibitor. Most common side effects include: nausea, constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, decreased libido, and insomnia.
Answered 6/10/2015
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Luvox (fluvoxamine): Potential common side effects with Luvox (fluvoxamine) include: nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, loose stools, constipation, indigestion, v appetite, weight loss, dry mouth, nervousness, tremor, insomnia, agitation, headache, dizziness, rapid heart rate, palpitations, sexual dysfunction, weakness, ^ sweating.
Answered 11/1/2014
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