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Is It Advisable To Shift From Prozac To Fluvoxamine?
Question: went to an anxiety doctor, was on Prozac 40mg and she switched me to generic Luvox, fluvoxamine, starting me off slow 25mg for 2 days, 50mg for 4 days then 100mg. Is this a good medicine for anxiety,worry, obsessing over everything & not sleeping?
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
Luvox is an EXCELLENT medication for all the difficulties you describe. Luvox treats depression, anxiety, and insomnia, so I think this is a great medication for you. Your doctor pursued a good strategy to get you on the right dose. Follow their advice and you will feel better.
Dr. Sheppe
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
Luvox is an EXCELLENT medication for all the difficulties you describe. Luvox treats depression, anxiety, and insomnia, so I think this is a great medication for you. Your doctor pursued a good strategy to get you on the right dose. Follow their advice and you will feel better.
Dr. Sheppe
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