Luvox is in a class of antidepressant drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) used to relieve symptoms of depression. Luvox side effects range from mild - like dry mouth, nausea and drowsiness - to life-threatening Luvox side effects like liver failure and increased suicide risk.

Weight gain is a common Luvox side effects. Sexual side effects are also common with Luvox use. Less common but life threatening is the increased risk of suicide. Addiction and subsequent withdrawal symptoms also rank on the list of serious Luvox side effects.

The FDA issued a public health alert for Luvox in March 2004 warning that Luvox side effects include deeper depression and an increased suicide risk. The FDA also issued a public health advisory in October 2003 about increased reports of suicidal thinking, suicide attempts, hostility and self-harm in children using Luvox. The FDA urges that Luvox be used with caution in children.

Luvox has been linked to Parkinson’s Disease and drug-induced stuttering.

Only you can decide if Luvox is the best means of treating depression symptoms. If considering using Luvox, thoroughly discuss Luvox side effect concerns with your physician.

Luvox Side Effects:
_ Agitation.
_ Irritability.
_ Deepened depression.
_ Increased risk of suicide.
_ Fast or irregular heartbeat or pulse.
_ High blood pressure.
_ Low blood pressure.
_ Dizziness.
_ Weakness.
_ Headache.
_ Decreased sex drive.
_ Impotence.
_ Difficulty reaching orgasm.
_ Blurred vision.
_ Chills or fever.
_ Nervousness.
_ Anxiety.
_ Diarrhea.
_ Sleeplessness or insomnia.
_ Nausea.
_ Tremors.
_ Changes in appetite or weight.
_ Dry mouth.

An allergic reaction is a possible Luvox side effect. Stop taking Luvox and contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical treatment if you experience difficulty breathing, closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, face, or tongue, hives, a fast or irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure (blurred vision, headache), low blood pressure (dizziness, weakness), chills or fever. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience yellowing of the skin or eyes.

Each individual will experience Luvox side effects differently. This list of Luvox side effects might not cover all adverse side effects of Luvox. People seeking depression relief should carefully evaluate Luvox side effects before deciding to take Luvox. Consult your healthcare professional about Luvox side effects before using this drug.

The natural antidepressant Deprex is a safe and effective depression treatment scientifically formulated to elevate mood without the potentially harmful side effects commonly associated with Luvox. Self-help techniques, psychotherapy, diet and lifestyle changes or a combination of approaches have also successfully worked at treating depression.

Do not stop taking Luvox without first talking to your doctor. Your doctor may need to gradually reduce the dose before stopping Luvox completely. Suddenly stopping Luvox may cause unpleasant and potentially serious side effects.

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