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ncs healthcare of ky, inc dba vangard labs - fluvoxamine maleate (unii: 5lgn83g74v) (fluvoxamine - unii:o4l1xpo44w) - fluvoxamine maleate 100 mg - fluvoxamine maleate tablets are indicated for the treatment of obsessions and compulsions in patients with obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd), as defined in dsm-iii-r or dsm-iv. the obsessions or compulsions cause marked distress, are time-consuming, or significantly interfere with social or occupational functioning. obsessive compulsive disorder is characterized by recurrent and persistent ideas, thoughts, impulses or images (obsessions) that are ego-dystonic and/or repetitive, purposeful, and intentional behaviors (compulsions) that are recognized by the person as excessive or unreasonable. the efficacy of fluvoxamine maleate tablets was established in three trials in outpatients with ocd: two 10 week trials in adults, and one 10 week trial in pediatric patients (ages 8 to 17) (see clinical studies [14]). coadministration of tizanidine, thioridazine, alosetron, or pimozide with fluvoxamine maleate tablets is contraindicated (see warnings and precautions [5.4 to 5.7]). the use of maois concomitantly with

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apotex corp - fluvoxamine maleate (unii: 5lgn83g74v) (fluvoxamine - unii:o4l1xpo44w) - fluvoxamine maleate 25 mg - fluvoxamine maleate tablets are indicated for the treatment of obsessions and compulsions in patients with obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd), as defined in dsm-iii-r or dsm-iv. the obsessions or compulsions cause marked distress, are time-consuming, or significantly interfere with social or occupational functioning. obsessive compulsive disorder is characterized by recurrent and persistent ideas, thoughts, impulses or images (obsessions) that are ego-dystonic and/or repetitive, purposeful, and intentional behaviors (compulsions) that are recognized by the person as excessive or unreasonable. the efficacy of fluvoxamine maleate tablets was established in four trials in outpatients with ocd: two 10-week trials in adults, one 10-week trial in pediatric patients (ages 8 to 17), and one maintenance trial in adults [see clinical studies (14)]. coadministration coadministration of tizanidine, thioridazine, alosetron, or pimozide with fluvoxamine maleate tablets is contraindicated [see warnings and precautions (5.4, 5.5, 5.6, 5.7)]. serotonin syndrome and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (maois)   the use of maois intended to treat psychiatric disorders with fluvoxamine maleate tablets or within 14 days of stopping treatment with fluvoxamine maleate tablets is contraindicated because of an increased risk of serotonin syndrome. the use of fluvoxamine maleate tablets within 14 days of stopping an maoi intended to treat psychiatric disorders is also contraindicated [see dosage and administration (2.4), warnings and precautions (5.2)]. starting fluvoxamine maleate tablets in a patient who is being treated with maois such as linezolid or intravenous methylene blue is also contraindicated because of an increased risk of serotonin syndrome [see dosage and administration (2.5), warnings and precautions (5.2)]. pregnancy exposure registry there is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to antidepressants during pregnancy. healthcare providers are encouraged to register patients by calling the national pregnancy registry for antidepressants at 1-844-405-6185 or visiting online at https://womensmentalhealth.org/clinical-and-research-programs/pregnancyregistry/antidepressants/.   risk summary based on data from published observational studies, exposure to ssris, particularly in the month before delivery, has been associated with a less than 2-fold increase in the risk of postpartum hemorrhage [see warnings and precautions (5.10) and clinical considerations]. prolonged experience with fluvoxamine in pregnant women over decades, based on published observational studies, have not identified a clear drug-associated risk of major birth defects or miscarriage (see data). there are risks associated with untreated depression in pregnancy and risks of persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (pphn) and poor neonatal adaptation with exposure to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (ssris), including fluvoxamine, during pregnancy (see clinical considerations).   when pregnant rats were treated orally with fluvoxamine throughout the period of organogenesis, increased embryofetal death and increased incidences of fetal eye abnormalities (folded retinas) was observed at doses ≥3 times the maximum recommended human dose (mrhd) of 300 mg/day given to adolescents on a mg/m2 basis. in addition, decreased fetal body weight was seen at a dose 6 times the mrhd given to adolescents on a mg/m2 basis. there were no adverse developmental effects in rabbits treated with fluvoxamine during the period of organogenesis up to a dose 2 times the mrhd given to adolescents on a mg/m2 basis. when fluvoxamine was administered orally to rats during pregnancy and lactation, increased pup mortality at birth was seen at a dose 2 times the mrhd given to adolescents on a mg/m2 basis. in addition, decreases in pup body weight and survival were observed at doses that are ≥0.13 times the mrhd given to adolescents (see data).   the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. all pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. in the u.s. general population, the estimated background risks of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively.   clinical considerations disease-associated maternal and/or embryo/fetal risk women who discontinue antidepressants during pregnancy are more likely to experience a relapse of major depression than women who continue antidepressants. this finding is from a prospective, longitudinal study that followed 201 pregnant women with a history of major depressive disorder who were euthymic and taking antidepressants at the beginning of pregnancy. consider the risk of untreated depression when discontinuing or changing treatment with antidepressant medication during pregnancy and postpartum.   maternal adverse reactions use of fluvoxamine maleate tablets in the month before delivery may be associated with an increased risk of postpartum hemorrhage [see warnings and precautions (5.10)] . fetal/neonatal adverse reactions neonates exposed to fluvoxamine maleate tablets and other ssris or snris late in the third trimester have developed complications requiring prolonged hospitalization, respiratory support, and tube feeding. such complications can arise immediately upon delivery. reported clinical findings have included respiratory distress, cyanosis, apnea, seizures, temperature instability, feeding difficulty, vomiting, hypoglycemia, hypotonia, hypertonia, hyperreflexia, tremor, jitteriness, irritability, and constant crying. these features are consistent with either a direct toxic effect of ssris and snris or, possibly, a drug discontinuation syndrome. it should be noted that, in some cases, the clinical picture is consistent with serotonin syndrome [see warnings and precautions (5.2)] .   data human data exposure during late pregnancy to ssris may have an increased risk for persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (pphn). pphn occurs in 1 to 2 per 1,000 live births in the general population and is associated with substantial neonatal morbidity and mortality.   animal data when pregnant rats were given oral doses of fluvoxamine (60, 120, or 240 mg/kg) throughout the period of organogenesis, developmental toxicity in the form of increased embryofetal death and increased incidences of fetal eye abnormalities (folded retinas) was observed at doses of 120 mg/kg or greater (3 times the mrhd of 300 mg/day, given to adolescents on a mg/m2 basis). decreased fetal body weight was seen at the high dose of 240 mg/kg/day (6 times the mrhd given to adolescents on a mg/m2 basis). the no effect dose for developmental toxicity in this study was 60 mg/kg/day (1.6 times the mrhd given to adolescents on a mg/m2 basis).   in a study in which pregnant rabbits were administered doses of up to 40 mg/kg (approximately 2.1 times the mrhd given to adolescents on a mg/m2 basis) during the period of organogenesis, no adverse effects on embryofetal development were observed.   in other reproduction studies in which female rats were dosed orally during pregnancy and lactation (5, 20, 80, or 160 mg/kg), increased pup mortality at birth was seen at doses of 80 mg/kg/day (2 times the mrhd given to adolescents on a mg/m2 basis) or greater and decreases in pup body weight and survival were observed at all doses (low effect dose approximately 0.13 times the mrhd given to adolescents on a mg/m2 basis). data from published literature report the presence of fluvoxamine is in human milk (see data). no adverse effects on the breastfed infant have been reported in most cases of maternal use of fluvoxamine during breastfeeding. however, there are reports of diarrhea, vomiting, decreased sleep, and agitation (see clinical considerations). there are no data on the effect of fluvoxamine on milk production. the developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for fluvoxamine and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from fluvoxamine or from the underlying maternal condition.   clinical considerations monitor infants exposed to fluvoxamine through breast milk for diarrhea, vomiting, decreased sleep, and agitation.   data milk drug concentrations ≤ 425 ng/ml were observed following maternal dosing of fluvoxamine 25 mg/day to 300 mg/day in published case reports and case series. infertility animal findings suggest fertility may be impaired while taking fluvoxamine [see nonclinical toxicology (13.1)]. the efficacy of fluvoxamine maleate for the treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder was demonstrated in a 10-week multicenter placebo controlled study with 120 outpatients ages 8 to 17. in addition, 99 of these outpatients continued open-label fluvoxamine maleate treatment for up to another one to three years, equivalent to 94 patient years. the adverse event profile observed in that study was generally similar to that observed in adult studies with fluvoxamine [ see adverse reactions (6.3), dosage and administration (2.2)]. decreased appetite and weight loss have been observed in association with the use of fluvoxamine as well as other ssris. consequently, regular monitoring of weight and growth is recommended if treatment of a child with an ssri is to be continued long term.   the risks, if any, that may be associated with fluvoxamine’s extended use in children and adolescents with ocd have not been systematically assessed. the prescriber should be mindful that the evidence relied upon to conclude that fluvoxamine is safe for use in children and adolescents derives from relatively short term clinical studies and from extrapolation of experience gained with adult patients. in particular, there are no studies that directly evaluate the effects of long term fluvoxamine use on the growth, cognitive behavioral development, and maturation of children and adolescents. although there is no affirmative finding to suggest that fluvoxamine possesses a capacity to adversely affect growth, development or maturation, the absence of such findings is not compelling evidence of the absence of the potential of fluvoxamine to have adverse effects in chronic use [see warnings and precautions (5.1)].   safety and effectiveness in the pediatric population other than pediatric patients with ocd have not been established [see boxed warning; warnings and precautions (5.1)] . anyone considering the use of fluvoxamine maleate tablets in a child or adolescent must balance the potential risks with the clinical need. approximately 230 patients participating in controlled premarketing studies with fluvoxamine maleate tablets were 65 years of age or over. no overall differences in safety were observed between these patients and younger patients. other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in response between the elderly and younger patients. however, ssris and snris, including fluvoxamine maleate tablets, have been associated with several cases of clinically significant hyponatremia in elderly patients, who may be at greater risk for this adverse event [see warnings and precautions (5.13)] . furthermore, the clearance of fluvoxamine is decreased by about 50% in elderly compared to younger patients [see clinical pharmacology (12.3)], and greater sensitivity of some older individuals also cannot be ruled out. consequently, a lower starting dose should be considered in elderly patients and fluvoxamine maleate tablets should be slowly titrated during initiation of therapy. fluvoxamine maleate tablets are not a controlled substance. the potential for abuse, tolerance and physical dependence with fluvoxamine maleate has been studied in a nonhuman primate model. no evidence of dependency phenomena was found. the discontinuation effects of fluvoxamine maleate tablets were not systematically evaluated in controlled clinical trials. fluvoxamine maleate tablets were not systematically studied in clinical trials for potential for abuse, but there was no indication of drug-seeking behavior in clinical trials. it should be noted, however, that patients at risk for drug dependency were systematically excluded from investigational studies of fluvoxamine maleate. generally, it is not possible to predict on the basis of preclinical or premarketing clinical experience the extent to which a cns active drug will be misused, diverted, and/or abused once marketed. consequently, physicians should carefully evaluate patients for a history of drug abuse and follow such patients closely, observing them for signs of fluvoxamine maleate misuse or abuse (i.e., development of tolerance, incrementation of dose, drug-seeking behavior).

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ani pharmaceuticals, inc. - fluvoxamine maleate (unii: 5lgn83g74v) (fluvoxamine - unii:o4l1xpo44w) - fluvoxamine maleate 25 mg - fluvoxamine maleate tablets are indicated for the treatment of obsessions and compulsions in patients with obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd), as defined in dsm-iii-r or dsm-iv. the obsessions or compulsions cause marked distress, are time-consuming, or significantly interfere with social or occupational functioning. obsessive compulsive disorder is characterized by recurrent and persistent ideas, thoughts, impulses or images (obsessions) that are ego-dystonic and/or repetitive, purposeful, and intentional behaviors (compulsions) that are recognized by the person as excessive or unreasonable. the efficacy of fluvoxamine maleate tablets was established in four trials in outpatients with ocd: two 10-week trials in adults, one 10-week trial in pediatric patients (ages 8-17), and one maintenance trial in adults [see clinical studies (14)] . coadministration coadministration of tizanidine, thioridazine, alosetron, or pimozide with fluvoxamine maleate tablets is contraindicated [see warnings and precautions (5.4,

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eon labs, inc. - fluvoxamine maleate (unii: 5lgn83g74v) (fluvoxamine - unii:o4l1xpo44w) - fluvoxamine maleate 25 mg - fluvoxamine maleate tablets, usp are indicated for the treatment of obsessions and compulsions in patients with obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd), as defined in dsm-iii-r or dsm-iv. the obsessions or compulsions cause marked distress, are time-consuming, or significantly interfere with social or occupational functioning. obsessive compulsive disorder is characterized by recurrent and persistent ideas, thoughts, impulses or images (obsessions) that are ego-dystonic and/or repetitive, purposeful, and intentional behaviors (compulsions) that are recognized by the person as excessive or unreasonable. the efficacy of fluvoxamine maleate tablets, usp was established in four trials in outpatients with ocd: two 10-week trials in adults, one 10-week trial in pediatric patients (ages 8 to 17), and one maintenance trial in adults (see clinical studies [14] ). ( see warnings and precautions [5.4 to 5.7]). the use of maois intended to treat psychiatric disorders with fluvoxamine maleate or within 14 days of stopping tr

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aidarex pharmaceuticals llc - fluvoxamine maleate (unii: 5lgn83g74v) (fluvoxamine - unii:o4l1xpo44w) - fluvoxamine maleate 50 mg - fluvoxamine maleate tablets are indicated for the treatment of obsessions and compulsions in patients with obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd), as defined in dsm-iii-r or dsm-iv. the obsessions or compulsions cause marked distress, are time-consuming, or significantly interfere with social or occupational functioning. obsessive compulsive disorder is characterized by recurrent and persistent ideas, thoughts, impulses or images (obsessions) that are ego-dystonic and/or repetitive, purposeful, and intentional behaviors (compulsions) that are recognized by the person as excessive or unreasonable. the efficacy of fluvoxamine maleate tablets was established in four trials in outpatients with ocd: two 10-week trials in adults, one 10-week trial in pediatric patients (ages 8-17), and one maintenance trial in adults. [see clinical studies (14)]. the use of maois intended to treat psychiatric disorders with fluvoxamine maleate tablets or within 14 days of stopping treatment with fluvoxamine maleate tablets is contra

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bryant ranch prepack - fluvoxamine maleate (unii: 5lgn83g74v) (fluvoxamine - unii:o4l1xpo44w) - fluvoxamine maleate 50 mg - fluvoxamine maleate tablets usp are indicated for the treatment of obsessions and compulsions in patients with obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd), as defined in dsm-iii-r or dsm-iv. the obsessions or compulsions cause marked distress, are time-consuming or significantly interfere with social or occupational functioning. obsessive compulsive disorder is characterized by recurrent and persistent ideas, thoughts, impulses or images (obsessions) that are ego-dystonic and/or repetitive, purposeful and intentional behaviors (compulsions) that are recognized by the person as excessive or unreasonable. the efficacy of fluvoxamine maleate tablets usp was established in three trials in outpatients with ocd: two 10-week trials in adults, one 10-week trial in pediatric patients (ages 8 to 17) (see 14 clinical studies ). co-administration of tizanidine, thioridazine, alosetron or pimozide with fluvoxamine maleate is contraindicated (see warnings and precautions, 5.4 potential thioridazine interaction, 5.5 potential tizan

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actavis pharma, inc. - fluvoxamine maleate (unii: 5lgn83g74v) (fluvoxamine - unii:o4l1xpo44w) - fluvoxamine maleate 100 mg - fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules are indicated for the treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd), as defined in the dsm-iv. obsessive compulsive disorder is characterized by recurrent and persistent ideas, thoughts, impulses, or images (obsessions) that are ego-dystonic and/or repetitive, purposeful, and intentional behaviors (compulsions) that are recognized by the person as excessive or unreasonable. the obsessions or compulsions cause marked distress, are time-consuming, or significantly interfere with social or occupational functioning. the efficacy of fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules was demonstrated in one 12-week trial in adults with fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules as well as in two 10-week trials in adults and in one 10-week trial in children and adolescents (ages 8 to 17 years) with immediate-release fluvoxamine tablets in outpatients with the diagnosis of ocd as defined in dsm-iv or dsm-iii-r (see clinical studies [14.1, 14.3]) . the efficacy of fluvoxa

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par pharmaceutical, inc. - fluvoxamine maleate (unii: 5lgn83g74v) (fluvoxamine - unii:o4l1xpo44w) - fluvoxamine maleate 100 mg - fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules are indicated for the treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd), as defined in the dsm-iv. obsessive compulsive disorder is characterized by recurrent and persistent ideas, thoughts, impulses, or images (obsessions) that are ego-dystonic and/or repetitive, purposeful, and intentional behaviors (compulsions) that are recognized by the person as excessive or unreasonable. the obsessions or compulsions cause marked distress, are time-consuming, or significantly interfere with social or occupational functioning. the efficacy of fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules was demonstrated in one 12-week trial in adults with fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules as well as in two 10-week trials in adults and in one 10-week trial in children and adolescents (ages 8 to 17 years) with immediate-release fluvoxamine tablets in outpatients with the diagnosis of ocd as defined in dsm-iv or dsm-iii-r (see clinical studies [14.1, 14.3] ). the efficacy of fluvoxamine for long-term use was established in one maintenance study in adults with immediate-release fluvoxamine tablets (see clinical studies [14.2] ). the health care provider who elects to prescribe fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules for extended periods should periodically re-evaluate the long-term usefulness of the drug for the individual patient (see dosage and administration [2.4] ). coadministration of thioridazine, tizanidine, pimozide, alosetron, or ramelteon with fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules is contraindicated (see warnings and precautions [5.4-5.8] ). the use of maois intended to treat psychiatric disorders with fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules or within 14 days of stopping treatment with fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules are contraindicated because of an increased risk of serotonin syndrome. the use of fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules within 14 days of stopping an maoi intended to treat psychiatric disorders is also contraindicated (see dosage and administration [2.5] and warnings and precautions [5.2] ). starting fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules in a patient who is being treated with maois such as linezolid or intravenous methylene blue is also contraindicated because of an increased risk of serotonin syndrome (see dosage and administration [2.6] and warnings and precautions [5.2]). teratogenic effects – pregnancy category c: when pregnant rats were given daily doses of fluvoxamine (60, 120, or 240 mg/kg) orally throughout the period of organogenesis, developmental toxicity in the form of increased embryofetal death and increased incidences of fetal eye abnormalities (folded retinas) was observed at doses of 120 mg/kg or greater. decreased fetal body weight was seen at the high dose. the no effect dose for developmental toxicity in this study was 60 mg/kg (approximately 2 times the maximum recommended human dose [mrhd] on a mg/m2 basis). in a study in which pregnant rabbits were administered doses of up to 40 mg/kg (approximately 2 times the mrhd on a mg/m2 basis) orally during organogenesis, no adverse effects on embryofetal development were observed. in other reproduction studies in which female rats were dosed orally during pregnancy and lactation (5, 20, 80, or 160 mg/kg), increased pup mortality at birth was seen at doses of 80 mg/kg or greater and decreases in pup body weight and survival were observed at all doses (low effect dose approximately 0.1 times the mrhd on a mg/m2 basis). nonteratogenic effects: based on data from published observational studies, exposure to ssris, particularly in the month before delivery, has been associated with a less than 2-fold increase in the risk of postpartum hemorrhage [see warnings and precautions (5.11) and clinical considerations ]. neonates exposed to fluvoxamine maleate tablets and other ssris or serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (snris) late in the third trimester have developed complications requiring prolonged hospitalization, respiratory support, and tube feeding. such complications can arise immediately upon delivery. reported clinical findings have included respiratory distress, cyanosis, apnea, seizures, temperature instability, feeding difficulty, vomiting, hypoglycemia, hypotonia, hypertonia, hyperreflexia, tremor, jitteriness, irritability and constant crying. these features are consistent with either a direct toxic effect of ssris or snris or, possibly, a drug discontinuation syndrome. it should be noted that, in some cases, the clinical picture is consistent with serotonin syndrome (see warnings and precautions-serotonin syndrome [5.2] ). maternal adverse reactions: use of fluvoxamine in the month before delivery may be associated with an increased risk of postpartum hemorrhage (see warnings and precautions [5.11]). infants exposed to ssris in pregnancy may have an increased risk for persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (pphn). pphn occurs in 1-2 per 1000 live births in the general population and is associated with substantial neonatal morbidity and mortality. several recent epidemiologic studies suggest a positive statistical association between ssri use (immediate-release fluvoxamine tablets and fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules are ssris) in pregnancy and pphn. other studies do not show a significant statistical association. physicians should also note the results of a prospective longitudinal study of 201 pregnant women with a history of major depression, who were either on antidepressants or had received antidepressants less than 12 weeks prior to their last menstrual period, and were in remission. women who discontinued antidepressant medication during pregnancy showed a significant increase in relapse of their major depression compared to those women who remained on antidepressant medication throughout pregnancy. when treating a pregnant woman with fluvoxamine, the physician should carefully consider both the potential risks of taking an ssri, along with the established benefits of treating depression with an antidepressant. this decision can only be made on a case by case basis (see dosage and administration [2.7] ). the effect of fluvoxamine on labor and delivery in humans is unknown. fluvoxamine is secreted in human breast milk. because of the potential for serious adverse reactions in nursing infants from fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother. fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules have not been evaluated in pediatric patients (see boxed warning ). the efficacy of fluvoxamine maleate administered as immediate-release tablets for the treatment of ocd was demonstrated in a 10-week multicenter placebo-controlled study with 120 outpatients ages 8 to 17. in addition, 99 of these outpatients continued open-label fluvoxamine maleate treatment for up to another one to three years, equivalent to 94 patient years. the adverse reaction profile observed in that study was generally similar to that observed in adult studies with immediate-release fluvoxamine maleate tablets (see adverse reactions [6.3]) . decreased appetite and weight loss have been observed in association with the use of fluvoxamine as well as other ssris. consequently, regular monitoring of weight and growth should be performed in children and adolescents treated with an ssri such as fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules. the risks, if any, that may be associated with fluvoxamine’s extended use in children and adolescents with ocd have not been systematically assessed. the prescriber should be mindful that the evidence relied upon to conclude that fluvoxamine is safe for use in children and adolescents derives from relatively short-term clinical studies and from extrapolation of experience gained with adult patients. in particular, there are no studies that directly evaluate the effects of long-term fluvoxamine use on the growth, cognitive behavioral development, and maturation of children and adolescents. although there is no affirmative finding to suggest that fluvoxamine possesses a capacity to adversely affect growth, development, or maturation, the absence of such findings is not compelling evidence of the absence of the potential of fluvoxamine to have adverse effects in chronic use (see warnings and precautions–clinical worsening and suicide risk [5.1] ). safety and effectiveness in the pediatric population other than pediatric patients with ocd have not been established (see boxed warning and warnings and precautions–clinical worsening and suicide risk [5.1] ). anyone considering the use of fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules in a child or adolescent must balance the potential risks with the clinical need. approximately 230 patients and 5 patients participating in controlled premarketing studies with immediate-release fluvoxamine maleate tablets and fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules, respectively, were 65-years of age or over. no overall differences in safety were observed between these patients and younger patients. other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in response between the elderly and younger patients. however, ssris and snris, including fluvoxamine, have been associated with several cases of clinically significant hyponatremia in elderly patients, who may be at greater risk for this adverse reaction (see warnings and precautions [5.14] ). furthermore, the clearance of fluvoxamine is decreased by about 50% in elderly compared to younger patients (see clinical pharmacology–elderly [12.3] ), and greater sensitivity of some older individuals also cannot be ruled out. consequently, a lower starting dose should be considered in elderly patients, and fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules should be slowly titrated during initiation of therapy. fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules are not a controlled substance. the potential for abuse, tolerance, and physical dependence with immediate-release fluvoxamine maleate has been studied in a nonhuman primate model. no evidence of dependency phenomena was found. the discontinuation effects of fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules were not systematically evaluated in controlled clinical trials. fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules were not systematically studied in clinical trials for potential for abuse, but there was no indication of drug-seeking behavior in clinical trials. it should be noted, however, that patients at risk for drug dependency were systematically excluded from investigational studies of immediate-release fluvoxamine maleate. generally, it is not possible to predict on the basis of preclinical or premarketing clinical experience the extent to which a cns active drug will be misused, diverted, and/or abused once marketed. consequently, health care providers should carefully evaluate patients for a history of drug abuse and follow such patients closely, observing them for signs of fluvoxamine maleate extended-release capsules misuse or abuse (i.e., development of tolerance, incrementation of dose, drug-seeking behavior).

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mylan institutional inc. - fluvoxamine maleate (unii: 5lgn83g74v) (fluvoxamine - unii:o4l1xpo44w) - fluvoxamine maleate 50 mg - fluvoxamine maleate tablets are indicated for the treatment of obsessions and compulsions in patients with obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd), as defined in dsm-iii-r or dsm-iv. the obsessions or compulsions cause marked distress, are time-consuming, or significantly interfere with social or occupational functioning. obsessive compulsive disorder is characterized by recurrent and persistent ideas, thoughts, impulses or images (obsessions) that are ego-dystonic and/or repetitive, purposeful, and intentional behaviors (compulsions) that are recognized by the person as excessive or unreasonable. the efficacy of fluvoxamine maleate tablets was established in four trials in outpatients with ocd: two 10-week trials in adults, one 10-week trial in pediatric patients (ages 8 to 17), and one maintenance trial in adults [see clinical studies (14)]. [see warnings and precautions (5.4 to 5.7).] the use of maois intended to treat psychiatric disorders with fluvoxamine maleate tablets or w

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mylan pharmaceuticals inc. - fluvoxamine maleate (unii: 5lgn83g74v) (fluvoxamine - unii:o4l1xpo44w) - fluvoxamine maleate 25 mg - fluvoxamine maleate tablets are indicated for the treatment of obsessions and compulsions in patients with obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd), as defined in dsm-iii-r or dsm-iv. the obsessions or compulsions cause marked distress, are time-consuming, or significantly interfere with social or occupational functioning. obsessive compulsive disorder is characterized by recurrent and persistent ideas, thoughts, impulses or images (obsessions) that are ego-dystonic and/or repetitive, purposeful, and intentional behaviors (compulsions) that are recognized by the person as excessive or unreasonable. the efficacy of fluvoxamine maleate tablets was established in four trials in outpatients with ocd: two 10-week trials in adults, one 10-week trial in pediatric patients (ages 8-17), and one maintenance trial in adults [see clinical studies (14)]. [see warnings and precautions (5.4 to 5.7).] the use of maois intended to treat psychiatric disorders with fluvoxamine maleate tablets or within 14 days of stopping treatment