Duvanta 40mg Tablet
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Duvanta 40 MG Description
Duvanta Tablet is a prescription medicine used for treating depression, urinary incontinence, and neuropathic (nerve) pain related to diabetes. It is composed of Duloxetine as its main ingredient. It
is an antidepressant medicine. The mode of action of the Duvanta tablet is to increase the levels of specific chemical messengers, which regulate the mood and lower the pain caused by nerve damage. Managing the symptoms of depression, especially in people who are not responding to other medications, is one of the uses of the Duvanta tablet. It lowers pain caused due to nerve damage in patients with various conditions. It also reduces restlessness, stress, fear, irritability, loss of interest, etc. You should take Duvanta tablet exactly as prescribed by a doctor, as it induces sleeplessness, constipation, low sex desire, etc. Most of the side effects of Duvanta tablets do not need medical treatment but talk to your doctor if they persist. This medicine should also be used with caution, as it tends to cause mood changes and suicidal thoughts.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹180.19 |
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| Contains | Duloxetine(40.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Anxiety disorder, nerve pain, stress urinary incontinence |
| 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 |
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Uses of Duvanta 40 MG
- According to CDSCO and USFDA, Duvanta can be used for the following conditions:
- To treat major depressive disorders in adults only.
- To manage moderate to severe stress urinary incontinence (lack of control over urination) in women.
- To manage Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
- To manage Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathic Pain (pain in diabetic patients due to nerve damage), Fibromyalgia (muscular pain), and Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain.
Contraindications of Duvanta 40 MG
- Do not take Duvanta tablets or take with caution:
- If you have uncontrolled hypertension.
- If you are known to have allergic reactions to any ingredient of the Duvanta tablet.
- If you have an eye condition known as narrow-angle glaucoma. This medicine can increase the fluid pressure inside the eye and worsen the eye condition.
- If you are noticing self-harming or suicidal thoughts.
- If you are already taking different antidepressants.
- If you have a severe renal condition.
- If you have any bleeding disorders.
- If you have severe skin conditions.
Side effects of Duvanta 40 MG
- Side effects of Duvanta tablets include:
- Nausea
- Difficulty in sleeping
- Drowsiness
- 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 Duvanta 40 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Duvanta tablets during pregnancy?
A:
Duvanta is not recommended for pregnant women unless necessary and only if the doctor prescribes it. There is limited data on this medicine's safety during pregnancy; animal studies have shown adverse effects on the baby. Inform your doctor if you get pregnant while on treatment with the medication.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Duvanta tablets while breastfeeding?
A:
There is not much information on the safety of Duvanta medicine in breastfeeding women and babies. If you are currently nursing, consult your doctor before taking this medication to prevent any effects on the newborn baby.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have taken the Duvanta medicine?
A:
No, it can be unsafe to drive after taking Duvanta. It causes side effects like drowsiness, double vision, dizziness, slow reflexes and blurred vision. Also, it is not safe to operate heavy machinery after taking this medicine.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Duvanta medicine?
A:
It is not advisable to take a Duvanta tablet with alcohol. It exaggerates the effects of alcohol. It also causes nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, dizziness, fainting, diminished reflexes, and blurred vision.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are using any ayurvedic or herbal medicines and supplements that can interfere with this medicine and cause adverse effects.
- You experience a change or drop in blood glucose levels with Duvanta medicine.
- You are over the age of 65. You should monitor Duvanta tablet dose as the side effects are high due to slow metabolism.
- You notice a frequent fluctuation in your blood pressure. Duvanta medicine can cause low pressure when you suddenly stand up (orthostatic hypotension).
Mode of Action of Duvanta 40 MG
How Does It Work?
Duvanta tablet contains Duloxetine as the main component. It is a selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRIs), a type of antidepressant medicine. It works by raising the activity of serotonin and norepinephrine. Both are chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) that work on specific areas of the brain to regulate mood, improve behaviour, and quality of life. It also lowers pain caused due to nerve damage....
Directions for Use of Duvanta 40 MG
- Take Duvanta tablet precisely in the dosage and duration prescribed by the doctor.
- Do not exceed the dose, even if you cannot feel its effects.
- Do not break the Duvanta tablet or chew it and take it as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not use it with other medications without consulting your doctor.
- Do not take this tablet if the package has been already opened.
Interactions of Duvanta 40 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Do not take other antidepressant medications like diazepam, linezolid, fluoxetine, etc., with Duvanta tablets without consulting your doctor. It can cause severe reactions such as increased heart rate, changes in blood pressure, etc....
- Inform your doctor if you are currently on blood thinners like aspirin, warfarin, etc. Using them with a Duvanta tablet can increase the risk of abnormal bleeding.
- Duvanta tablets can interact with many other medications such as sertraline, lithium, and dextromethorphan. They can cause severe side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, etc.
- Try not to take high doses of opioid pain relievers like tramadol or codeine with Duvanta medicine without confirming with your doctor; it can cause extreme drowsiness and other side effects.
- Do not mix antibiotics like ciprofloxacin with Duvanta tablets; it increases the level of Duvanta in the blood and can cause serious side effects.
Interactions with food items
- Some brain-stimulating drinks, including coffee, cola, energy drinks, etc., interfere with the effects of Duvanta medicine.
- Avoid grapefruit and its juice, as it decreases the effects of the medicine.
Storage and disposal of Duvanta 40 MG
Try to store Duvanta tablets in dry conditions at room temperature. Keep Duvanta tablets away from children and pets. Moreover, keep them away from wet surfaces, direct sunlight, and humid conditions.
Dispose of this tablet's packaging carefully after use. Throw Duvanta tablets away if the package has been already opened. Check the expiration date before taking the Duvanta tablet. Do not use this tablet if it is already past the expiration date....
Dosage of Duvanta 40 MG
Overdose
Overdose on Duvanta tablets can cause sleepiness, lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, increased heart rate, seizures, fainting, low blood pressure, and loss of consciousness. If you overdose on Duvanta tablets and experience any of these symptoms, immediately seek emergency medical treatment from a nearby hospital....
Missed a Dose
If you have missed a single dose of the Duvanta 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 dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take missed doses together with the new dose, which can lead to an adverse reaction....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Vijay Y
MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I give Duvanta tablets to children below 18 years of age?
A: No, do not give it to children unless your doctor recommends it. Duvanta is not recommended for children below seven years of age. It tends to increase the risk of suicidal thoughts in children and adolescents, so the dose should be monitored.
Q: Would I be addicted to Duvanta medicine if I took it every day?
A: No, Duvanta is not a habit-forming medicine and does not cause addiction. But do not stop using the medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor, as it can cause withdrawal symptoms like muscle tremors, sweating, dizziness, etc.
Q: Should I take Duvanta tablets with food or without consuming food?
A: You can take a Duvanta with or without consuming a meal. But try to have it at the same time each day to maintain the stable levels of this medicine in the body.
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Brand
DUVANTA
Country of Origin
India
Expires on or After
19/07/2024
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