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Duloxizo 20mg Tablet

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION Duloxizo 20mg Tablet

Duloxizo 20mg Tablet is 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.

Duloxizo 20mg 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 Duloxizo 20mg 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.

USES OF DULOXIZO TABLET

Treatment of Diabetic nerve pain
Treatment of Depression
Treatment of Anxiety disorder
Treatment of Neuropathic pain
Treatment of Fibromyalgia
Treatment of Stress urinary incontinence

BENEFITS OF DULOXIZO TABLET

In Treatment of Diabetic nerve pain

High levels of blood sugar (glucose) levels in diabetic patients can cause damage to nerves and this can cause pain sensation. Duloxizo 20mg Tablet helps reduce this damage by affecting chemicals in the brain called neurotransmitters. By relieving pain, it helps improve your quality of life.

SIDE EFFECTS OF DULOXIZO TABLET

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 them

Common side effects of Duloxizo

Nausea
Headache
Dryness in mouth
Sleepiness
Dizziness
Blurred vision
Decreased libido
Abnormal dreams

HOW TO USE DULOXIZO TABLET

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. Duloxizo 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW DULOXIZO TABLET WORKS

Duloxizo 20mg 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.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE DULOXIZO TABLET?

If you miss a dose of Duloxizo 20mg Tablet, 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.

FAQs

Q. How long does Duloxizo 20mg Tablet take to work?

In people with depression and anxiety, Duloxizo 20mg 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.

Q. If I start feeling better, can I stop taking Duloxizo 20mg Tablet?

No, you should not stop Duloxizo 20mg 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.

Q. Is Duloxizo 20mg Tablet highly addictive?

No, Duloxizo 20mg Tablet is not habit-forming (addictive). This means that it does not make you physically or psychologically dependent on it.

Q. What will be the consequences if I stop taking Duloxizo 20mg Tablet suddenly?

If you stop Duloxizo 20mg 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 Duloxizo 20mg Tablet. Your doctor will reduce the dose gradually.