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william_owens2026-04-18

I've been on Fluvoxamine 25mg for a few months now to manage my OCD. It's been a rollercoaster. Initially, I felt a bit dizzy and had trouble sleeping, but those symptoms subsided after a week. Recently, I've noticed some changes in my menstrual cycle, which is a bit worrying. I'm curious if anyone else has experienced this side effect? I'd love to hear about your experiences, both good and bad, with Fluvoxamine. Did it help with your OCD symptoms? How did you handle the side effects?

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last active 4/18/2026
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richard_wagner4/16/2026

I've heard that some people get really bad stomach issues from this. Anyone else experience that? I'm a bit worried about that side effect.

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hannah_washington4/16/2026

I haven't been on it long, but I'm already feeling a bit better. Fingers crossed the side effects stay away.

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christopher_turner4/16/2026

I had a really tough time with this medication. I started experiencing some weird skin reactions and my doctor had to switch me to something else. I was really hoping it would work because my OCD was getting out of control, but the side effects were just too much to handle. I'm glad it works for some people, but it wasn't the right fit for me.

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lauren_meyer4/16/2026

Be careful with this one. I had a friend who ended up in the hospital with serotonin syndrome after combining Fluvoxamine with another medication. It's scary stuff. Make sure to talk to your doctor about all the meds you're on.

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william_owens4/16/2026

I had such bad nausea that I couldn't eat for days. It was awful. I had to stop taking it, but it really helped with the OCD while I was on it. Just be prepared for some serious side effects.

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matthew_dixon4/16/2026

I've been on and off Fluvoxamine for years. It definitely helps with the OCD, but the side effects can be a real pain. I've had problems with serotonin syndrome in the past, so I'm really careful about what I combine it with. It's a delicate balance, but worth it if it helps control the OCD.