Duloxetine (30mg)
Duloxit 30mg Tablet works by increasing the level of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline) in the brain that have a calming effect on the brain and relax the nerves, thus treating your illness. It may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, headache, decreased libido, abnormal dreams, blurred vision, and dry mouth. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. However, these side effects are temporary and usually resolve on their own in some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.Before taking Duloxit 30mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your kidneys, heart, liver, or have a history of seizures (epilepsy or fits). Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Duloxit
10 tablets
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Duloxit 30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Duloxit 30mg Tablet works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline), natural substances in the brain that help maintain mental balance and stop the movement of pain signals in the brain.
Related Warnings
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Duloxit 30mg Tablet.
Duloxit 30mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Duloxit 30mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Duloxit 30mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Duloxit 30mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Duloxit 30mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Duloxit 30mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
In people with depression and anxiety, Duloxit 30mg Tablet mostly starts working within two weeks of treatment. However, you may take 2-4 weeks to feel better. Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement after this time. In people with diabetic neuropathic pain, you may take a few weeks to feel better. Consult your doctor if you do not feel better after 2 months.
No, you should not stop Duloxit 30mg Tablet suddenly and without consulting your doctor. In cases of depression and anxiety, if you have been feeling better for 6 months or more, your doctor may reduce your doses gradually. In case of pain and incontinence, if you are feeling better, continue taking it for the long term. Your doctor will keep monitoring your response to the medicine every few months.
No, Duloxit 30mg Tablet is not habit-forming (addictive). This means that it does not make you physically or psychologically dependent on it.
If you stop Duloxit 30mg Tablet suddenly, you may feel dizzy, tired, agitated or restless, anxious and irritated. You may also experience sleep disturbances (vivid dreams, nightmares, inability to sleep), nausea, vomiting, shaking, muscle pain, diarrhea, a piercing sensation (pins and needles) especially in the head, and excessive sweating or vertigo. Always consult your doctor before you stop taking Duloxit 30mg Tablet. Your doctor will reduce the dose gradually.
You should be cautious if you are taking both Duloxit 30mg Tablet and warfarin since there is a risk of bleeding or you may experience petechiae or purpura.
Duloxit 30mg Tablet is safe to use for a long duration, provided you follow your doctor’s advice regarding the treatment.
Duloxit 30mg Tablet may cause an increase in blood pressure. Therefore, regular monitoring of blood pressure is required, especially during the first month of use. If your blood pressure increase is constant, consult your doctor. It may indicate that your Duloxit 30mg Tablet dose either needs to be reduced or discontinued gradually.
