Duvanta 30 Tablet
Manufacturer
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Duloxetine (30mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Duvanta 30 Tablet is used to treat depression, anxiety disorder, diabetic nerve pain, fibromyalgia, neuropathic pain, and stress urinary incontinence.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Duvanta 30 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. It 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.
Directions for Use
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. Duvanta 30 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Duvanta 30 Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Duvanta 30 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Duvanta 30 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.
Interacting Medicines
Thioridazine Atazanavir Atomoxetine Citalopram
How it works
Duvanta 30 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.
Quick Tips
Duvanta 30 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 Duvanta 30 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. Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
