Luvox is also sometimes used to treat depression. The tablet is usually taken once a day before bedtime or twice a day, once in the morning and once before bedtime. Talk to your doctor about the possible risks of using this medication for your condition. Do not increase the dose and do not use this drug more often or longer than prescribed. Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Luvox or other medications.

Luvox is used to treat social anxiety disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Tell your doctor if you're pregnant, especially if you're in the last few months of pregnancy. It works by increasing the amount of serotonin, a natural substance in the brain that helps maintain mental balance. Luvox is available in the form of tablets and capsules with extended release for oral administration.