Diligo 40mg Tablets
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Description
Diligo Tablet is a prescription medicine. The uses of Diligo tablets are to lower symptoms of depression, urinary incontinence, and neuropathic (nerve) pain due to diabetes. Duloxetine is the main co
mponent. It is an antidepressant. The mode of action of the Diligo tablet is to raise the levels of specific chemical messengers, which manage the mood and lower the pain due to nerve damage. Treating the symptoms of depression, especially in people who are not responding to other medicines, is one of the uses of the Diligo tablet. It lowers pain due to nerve damage in patients with many conditions. It also decreases nervousness, stress, fear, irritability, loss of interest, etc. It is not recommended for children younger than 18. You should take Diligo tablet exactly as advised by a doctor, as it induces sleeplessness, constipation, low sex desire, etc. Most of the side effects of Diligo tablets do not need medical therapy but talk to your doctor if they persist. This tablet should also be used with caution, as it tends to cause mood fluctuations and suicidal thoughts.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹60.04 |
| You Save | ₹18.96 (24% on MRP) |
| Contains | |
| Uses | Anxiety disorder, nerve pain, stress urinary incontinence, major depressive disorder. |
| Side effects | Drowsiness, nausea, dizziness, constipation, loss of appetites, dry mouth, increased sweating, insomnia, low blood pressure, blurred vision, changes in sexual drive. |
| Therapy | ANTI-DEPRESSANT |
Uses of Diligo 40mg Tablets
- According to CDSCO and USFDA, Diligo can be used for the following conditions:
- Symptoms of major depressive disorders in only adults.
- Moderate to severe stress urinary incontinence in women.
- Symptoms of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
- Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathic Pain (pain in diabetic patients because of nerve damage),
- Fibromyalgia (muscular pain),
- Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain.
Contraindications of Diligo 40mg Tablets
- If you’re known to have allergic reactions to any ingredient of the Diligo tablet.
- If you are diagnosed with uncontrolled or fluctuating high blood pressure.
- If you have an eye condition such as narrow-angle glaucoma.
- If you notice sudden mood changes, self-harming or suicidal thoughts.
- If you are already using other antidepressants.
- If you have a severe kidney illness.
- If you have a history of a bleeding disorder or abnormal bleeding.
- If you are using medicines that increase serotonin levels.
- If you have a condition known as neuroleptic malignant syndrome (a severe disorder caused by a reaction to medicines).
Side effects of Diligo 40mg Tablets
- Nausea,
- Difficulty in sleeping,
- Excessive sweating,
- Blurred vision,
- Burning sensation on soles and palms,
- Sexual problems such as erectile dysfunction, low sex desire, etc.
- Suicidal thoughts.
Precautions and Warnings of Diligo 40mg Tablets
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Diligo tablets during pregnancy?
A:
No, Diligo isn’t recommended for pregnant women unless necessary and only if the doctor prescribes it. There is limited data on Diligo tablets safety in pregnancy; some animal studies have shown severe effects on the foetus. Inform your doctor if you get pregnant while using this medication.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Diligo tablets while breastfeeding?
A:
No, there is not much data on the safety of Diligo medicine in nursing women and infants. If you are currently breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medication to prevent any reactions in the newborn infant.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I’ve taken the Diligo medicine?
A:
No, it can be unsafe to drive after using Diligo. It causes side effects such as drowsiness, blurry vision, dizziness, slow reflexes and double vision. Also, it is not safe to use heavy machinery after taking Diligo medicine.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Diligo medicine?
A:
Do not take a Diligo tablet with alcohol. It increases the effects of alcohol. It also causes nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, fainting, slow reflexes, and blurred vision.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are using any ayurvedic or herbal medicines that can interfere with this medicine and cause adverse effects.
- You have any seizure disorder.
- You have withdrawal effects such as nausea, vomiting, irritation, etc.
- You are unable to pass urine.
- You experience a change or drop in blood sugar levels with Diligo medicine.
- You are over 65.
- You notice a frequent fluctuation in blood pressure. Diligo medicine can cause low pressure when you suddenly stand up (orthostatic hypotension).
Mode of Action of Diligo 40mg Tablets
How Does It Work?
Diligo tablet contains Duloxetine as the main ingredient. It is a type of antidepressant. It works by raising the action of serotonin and norepinephrine. Both are chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) that work on certain areas of the brain to manage mood, improve behaviour, and quality of life. It also reduces pain caused due to nerve damage....
Directions for Use of Diligo 40mg Tablets
- Take Diligo tablets precisely in the dosage and duration prescribed by the doctor.
- Do not use more than the advised dose, even if you cannot notice the results.
- Do not break the Diligo tablet or chew it and take it as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not use it with other medicines without consulting your doctor.
- Don’t take this tablet if the package has been already opened.
- It is best if you can take a Diligo tablet after eating food, so it is tolerated well.
Interactions of Diligo 40mg Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- It is not advised to take antidepressant medications such as diazepam, linezolid, fluoxetine, etc., with Diligo tablets without consulting your doctor. It can cause adverse reactions such as high heart rate and changes in blood pressure....
- Inform your doctor if you are on blood thinners like aspirin, warfarin, etc. Using them with a Diligo tablet can increase the risk of abnormal bleeding.
- Diligo tablets can interact with many other medications such as sertraline, lithium, and dextromethorphan. They can cause severe side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, etc.
- Do not take high doses of opioid pain relievers like tramadol or codeine with Diligo medicine without confirming with your doctor; it can cause extreme drowsiness and other side effects.
- Do not mix antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin with Diligo tablets; it increases the level of Diligo in the body and can cause serious side effects.
Interactions with food items
- Some brain-stimulating drinks, including coffee, energy drinks, cola etc., interact with the effects of Diligo medicine. Avoid grapefruit and its juice, as it lowers the effects of the medicine.
Storage and disposal of Diligo 40mg Tablets
Try to store Diligo tablets in dry conditions at room temperature. Keep Diligo tablets away from children and pets. Keep these tablets away from wet surfaces, direct sunlight, and humid conditions.
Dispose of Diligo tablet's packaging carefully after use. Throw Diligo tablets away if the package has been already opened. Check the expiration date before taking the Diligo tablet. Don’t use this tablet if it is already past the expiration date....
Dosage of Diligo 40mg Tablets
Overdose
Overdose on Diligo tablets can cause sleepiness, lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, increased heart rate, seizures, fainting, low blood pressure, and loss of consciousness. If you overdose on Diligo tablets and experience these symptoms, immediately seek emergency medical treatment from a hospital closer to you....
Missed a Dose
If you have missed a single dose of the Diligo tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If you recall missing a dose when it is almost the time to take the next dose, skip the missed tablet and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take missed doses together with the new dose, leading to an adverse reaction....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Varsha Parihar
MBBS, MD (Community Medicine)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I give Diligo tablets to children below 18 years of age?
A: No, do not give it to a child unless your doctor recommends it. Diligo is not recommended for children below seven years of age. It tends to raise the risk of suicidal thoughts in children and adolescents, so the dose should be checked.
Q: Would I be addicted to Diligo medicine if I took it every day?
A: No, Diligo is not a habit-forming tablet and doesn’t cause addiction. But don’t stop using the medicine suddenly without asking your doctor, as it can cause withdrawal symptoms such as muscle tremors, sweating, dizziness, etc.
Q: Should I take Diligo tablets with food or without consuming food?
A: It is better to take a Diligo tablet before having a meal to be well tolerated. Try to have it at the same time each day to maintain stable levels of this tablet in the body.
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