Manufacturer: Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Duloxetine(20mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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2 Dep 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.
2 Dep 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.
Duloxetine has an elimination half-life of about 12 hours (range 8 to 17 hours) and its pharmacokinetics are dose proportional over the therapeutic range. Steady-state plasma concentrations are typically achieved after 3 days of dosing.
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 2 Dep
Nausea
Headache
Dryness in mouth
Sleepiness
Dizziness
Hypersensitivity to 2 Dep Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, 2 Dep Tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions:
Bipolar disorders
Epilepsy
Hypersensitivity
Hypertension
Lactation
Narrow angle glaucoma
Severe hepatic disease
Suicidal ideation
2 Dep 20mg 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.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with 2 Dep 20mg Tablet.
2 Dep 20mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Major Depressive Disorder. Indicated for major depressive disorder (MDD)/
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathic Pain. Indicated for diabetic peripheral neuropathy/neuropathic pain.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
Fibromyalgia.
Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain.
Dosage Modifications.
Dosing Considerations.
liver disease.
renal disease.
depression.
diabetes.
glaucoma.
hypertension.
hyponatremia.
mania.
Do not chew, crush or break it. 2 Dep 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of 2 Dep 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.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
2 Dep 20mg Tablet 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 2 Dep 20mg Tablet 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 2 Dep 20mg Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage.
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.
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. 2 Dep 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. How long does 2 Dep 20mg Tablet take to work?
In people with depression and anxiety, 2 Dep 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 2 Dep 20mg Tablet?
No, you should not stop 2 Dep 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 2 Dep 20mg Tablet highly addictive?
No, 2 Dep 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 2 Dep 20mg Tablet suddenly?
If you stop 2 Dep 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 2 Dep 20mg Tablet. Your doctor will reduce the dose gradually.
Q. I am taking warfarin, does 2 Dep 20mg Tablet interfere with warfarin? Is it safe to take both together?
You should be cautious if you are taking both 2 Dep 20mg Tablet and warfarin since there is a risk of bleeding or you may experience petechiae or purpura.
Q. Is 2 Dep 20mg Tablet safe to use for long term?
2 Dep 20mg Tablet is safe to use for a long duration, provided you follow your doctor’s advice regarding the treatment.
Q. I am a hypertensive patient. I have noticed that my blood pressure has increased after I started taking 2 Dep 20mg Tablet. Is it because of 2 Dep 20mg Tablet, what should be done?
2 Dep 20mg 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 2 Dep 20mg Tablet dose either needs to be reduced or discontinued gradually.
