Fluvoxamine Stomach Issues

August 10, 2020

I currently take 300mg of Fluvoxamine (Luvox) at night. For those who are unfamiliar, it's an SSRI usually used for individuals with OCD.

Any who, since my roux en y, I have been having just a heck of a time taking these.

Initially, the general bariatric doctor cut me down to 200mg, which was way too fast of a "wean" and I had severe withdrawal symptoms, so back to 300mg for now.*

Despite cutting them up, taking them hours apart, etc., I am always sick when I take these now. I have pain, immediate gas, sweats, and then it settles down after 30 minutes or so.

I'm currently looking into getting them compounded because I vomit when they are smashed to a raw powder. I also try to take them with food, which only helps a tad.

Anyone have similar experiences with medications or tips on how to settle the roaring gut?

*If you are trying to get off an SSRI, Benzo, etc., do NOT ever stop taking them or make drastic cuts. You need to wean off these!

Edited August 10, 2020 by Guest

kaRmakat · August 12, 2020

I am having a similar issue with my Zoloft. I try to take it with food but at this point I’m only a week out from surgery so I can’t fit much in. Can’t decide whether to taper off the med or try to figure it out.

August 12, 2020

I need to speak with a doctor, this is ridiculous. I take my meds and immediately for about 30 mins, I break out into an insane cold sweat and fart non-stop. It's hilarious and painful at the same time.

I'm going to talk to a local pharmacy about getting my meds compounded into a different form thats easier to digest.