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Compare FLUOXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE (Fluoxetine) and FLUVOXAMINE MALEATE (Fluvoxamine Maleate) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
Fluoxetine · SSRI
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action Although the exact mechanism of fluoxetine is unknown, it is presumed to be linked to its inhibition of CNS neuronal uptake of serotonin.
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Fluvoxamine Maleate · SSRI
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action The mechanism of action of fluvoxamine maleate in obsessive compulsive disorder is presumed to be linked to its specific serotonin reuptake inhibition in b...
Approved for
Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
Based on 5 Reddit discussions
FLUOXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE
0%
positive
2 threads
FLUVOXAMINE MALEATE
33%
positive
3 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
2 Reddit threads analysed for FLUOXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
737 upvotes
I spent more time working on it than my graduation project
In light of the recent pharmacist suicides, I just felt like I needed to make an urgent PSA to my fellow pharmacists and especially new grads who may feel like they are in or close to being in the same “situation”, especially at the shithole that is CVS Pharmacy. The TLDR is: DON’T. DO. IT. Do N
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3 Reddit threads analysed for FLUVOXAMINE MALEATE
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
328 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
SSRIs can increase the risk of violence against others Some of the side effects caused by SSRIs can increase the risk of violence against others. Perhaps the most risky, emotional blunting (or detachment) has been linked to SSRI use and many people who’ve taken the drugs report ‘not feeling’ or ‘not
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**Need a tl;dr? Skip to the very end.** [A systematic review into the incidence, severity and duration of antidepressant withdrawal effects: Are guidelines evidence-based?](https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0306460318308347?via%3Dihub) >• More than half (56%) of people who attemp
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
Both FLUOXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE and FLUVOXAMINE MALEATE belong to the SSRI class. While they share a similar mechanism of action, differences in pharmacokinetics, dosing, and side effect profiles may make one more suitable than the other for individual patients.
FLUOXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE carries 4 FDA warnings. FLUVOXAMINE MALEATE carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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