Dosing & Administration
Adult Dose
50-200 mg PO daily.
Pediatric Dose
OCD (6-12 yrs): Start 25 mg PO daily.
Renal Adjustment
No adjustment necessary.
Hepatic Adjustment
Mild impairment: Reduce dose by 50%. Avoid in severe.
Safety & Special Populations
Pregnancy Category
C
Lactation Safety
Compatible (drug of choice among SSRIs).
Contraindications & Adverse Effects
Contraindications
- Concurrent MAOI use
- Concurrent Pimozide use
Common Adverse Effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Sexual dysfunction
- Insomnia