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Deloxi60mg

Rx
Generic:
Duloxetine
Company:
Eskayef
Dosage form:
Capsule
Pack size:
Capsule

৳ 18/unit

Pack: ৳ 18

At a glance

Duloxetine — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.

Description

Duloxetine is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorder, diabetic nerve pain, fibromyalgia (a condition in which there are generalized pain and tenderness in the body), neuropathic pain and stress urinary incontinence. Duloxetine 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. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms. Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, headache, 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 Duloxetine, 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. Duloxetine 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.

Indications

• Depression • Anxiety disorder • Diabetic nerve pain • Fibromyalgia • Neuropathic pain • Stress urinary incontinence

Mechanism of action

Duloxetine is a potent inhibitor of neuronal reuptake of serotonin, norepinephrine and to a lesser extent dopamine. It has no significant affinity for adrenergic, muscarinic, cholinergic, histaminergic, opioid, glutamate and GABA receptors. It also does not inhibit monoamine oxidase.

Dosage

Adult Dose: Oral Major Depressive Disorder Adult: Initially, 20-30 mg bid or 60 mg once daily, then increase dose in increments of 30 mg/day over 1 wk as tolerated. Max: 120 mg/day. Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathic Pain Adult: 60 mg once daily. Max: 120 mg/day in divided doses. Generalized Anxiety Disorder Adult: 30 or 60 mg once daily. Max: 120 mg/day. Fibromyalgia Adult: Initially, 30 mg once daily for 1 wk, then increase to 60 mg once daily. Elderly Major Depressive Disorder May initiate at 20 mg PO qDay or divided BID; increase to 40-60 mg qDay or divided doses; alternatively, initiate at 30 mg/day for 1 week, then increase to 60 mg/day as tolerated Generalized Anxiety Disorder 30 mg/day PO qDay initially; after 2 weeks, consider increasing to target dose of 60 mg/day Some patients may benefit from doses >60 mg/day; if increased beyond 60 mg/day, use increments of 30 mg/day Maximum dose studied was 120 mg/day; safety of doses >120 mg/day has not been evaluated Hepatic Impairment Avoid use in patients with chronic liver disease or cirrhosis Child Dose: Generalized Anxiety Disorder 60 mg/day; if increased beyond 60 mg/day, use increments of 30 mg/day Maximum dose studied was 120 mg/day; safety of doses >120 mg/day has not been evaluated Renal Dose: Renal Impairment Avoid use in patients with severe renal impairment (GFR <30 mL/min)

Administration

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. Duloxetine may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Missed dose

If you miss a dose of Duloxetine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Side effects

Common: • Nausea • Headache • Dryness in mouth • Sleepiness • Dizziness

Precautions & warnings

[UNSAFE] Duloxetine may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. Duzela 20 Capsule DR helps in treating depression and anxiety. It may also be used to treat nerve pain from diabetes and some other forms of chronic pain. It may take 2 to 4 weeks for Duzela 20 Capsule DR to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Duzela 20 Capsule DR as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage. It may cause an increase in blood pressure, especially during the first month of treatment. Monitor your blood pressure regularly. It may cause a sensation of restlessness, especially when you first start taking it. Inform your doctor if this happens to you. Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Contraindications

Duloxetine is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to this drug or any of the inactive ingredients.. Uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma. Concomitant use or within 2 wk of MAOIs. Renal and hepatic impairment.

Drug interactions

Increased risk of serotonin syndrome w/ TCA, SSRI, SNRI, lithium. May increase bleeding risk w/ aspirin, NSAIDs, warfarin and other anticoagulants. Potentially Fatal: Increased risk of serotonin syndrome w/ MAOIs, linezolid and methylene blue. Increased serum levels and risk of toxicity w/ potent CYP1A2 inhibitors (e.g. ciprofloxacin, enoxacin).

Food interactions

[UNSAFE] It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Duloxetine.

Use in pregnancy

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Duloxetine 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.

Use in lactation

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Duloxetine is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Renal / hepatic impairment

[CAUTION] Duloxetine should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Duloxetine may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Dose adjustment is not recommended in patients with mild and moderate kidney disease. [UNSAFE] Duloxetine is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

Common questions

Hi.I am suffering with lot&#x27;s of nerves pain only in the right side of the body and also with lot&#x27;s of dizziness please say me what type of problem do I have. I can&#x27;t bare it any more.now,I stopped washing cloths.since from 4to5 days cap duzela 20 mg bd , cud be fibromyalgia Pain in left leg due to nerve compression l5 s1 Due to shiatica i am suffering fro m pain in my left leg my nerve has been compressed by L5 s1 vertebra Start cap duzela 20 mg bd Numbness tingling pain in legs Numbness tingling & shooting pain in legs sometime in head also b12 levels are normal.blood sugar is normal c.b.c is normal also nerve detection test is normal.kindly suggest what should be done Nerve conduction test is normal Start cap duzela 20 mg bd Mother having Nerve sensations that causes pain at hip joint start cap duzela 20 mg hs; get examined I am having nerve pain in my right thigh . Pain starts from right hips to toe . I feel electrical sensation in my heels too The pain is since 5 years start cap duzela 20 mg bd Diabetic for last 15 yrs, feel occasionally shooting pain in legs and feet mostly in night Get nerve conduction Try duzela 20 mg od I am suffering from nerve pain in legs and arms.i am asthma patient since 8 years I am using salbutamol but last one year nerve pain is very high and not tolerate plz suggest the medication get nerve conduction done; show 2 neuro dr; try cap duzela 30 mg daily Right hand Nass block and pain do nerve conduction study; start cap duzela 20 mg od

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