Symbal 10mg Tablets

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Description

Symbal 10mg Tab belongs to a class of antidepressants called SNRI’s (Serotonin and Noradrenaline Reuptake Inhibitors). Symbal Tab contains Duloxetine as its chief ingredient. It is used to treat depr

ession and other mood disorders such as anxiety. It also treats diabetic neuropathic pain (nerve damage due to diabetes), fibromyalgia (widespread pain in the body), and stress urinary incontinence. Symbal 10mg Tab primarily interferes with the Central Nervous System (CNS). It causes specific chemical changes to increase the chief chemicals (called active neurotransmitters) that regulate the brain’s activity, which uplifts mood and prevents a person from getting depressed. Symbal 10mg Tab should be taken orally with a glass of water. This medication must not be consumed without a doctor’s prescription. The dosage of the Symbal tab should be under the prescription. Talk to your doctor before taking or stopping the medicine or increasing its dosage.

Product Summary

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Uses	Depression, Anxiety disorder, Fibromyalgia, Neuropathic pain, Diabetic neuropathy pain, Urinary incontinence.
Side effects	Nausea, Vomiting, Sweating, Dizziness, Dry mouth, Difficulty sleeping, Increased libido.
Therapy	ANTI-DEPRESSANT

Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Symbal 10mg Tablets

Depression
Anxiety disorder
Fibromyalgia (condition with widespread muscle and joint pain)
Neuropathic pain
Diabetic neuropathic pain

Contraindications of Symbal 10mg Tablets

If you are allergic to Duloxetine
If you are taking medication for Glaucoma
If you are taking medication, specifically monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors for depression.
If you are undergoing the treatment of Parkinson’s Disease
If you have a history of fits (seizure or epilepsy)
If you have kidney or liver problems

Side effects of Symbal 10mg Tablets

Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Diarrhoea
Sweating
Dizziness
Dry mouth
Difficulty sleeping
Increased libido

Precautions and Warnings of Symbal 10mg Tablets

Pregnancy

Can I take Symbal 10mg Tab during pregnancy?

Taking Symbal 10mg Tab during pregnancy is not advised. It may affect a developing baby. If needed, your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks of prescribing the medication and discuss the same with you.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Symbal 10mg Tab while breastfeeding?

You should always consult your doctor first before taking the Symbal 10mg Tab. It can be unsafe during breastfeeding. There is restricted data on the effects of this tablet on the breastfeeding baby. Studies have suggested that the medicine may pass into the milk and cause undesirable effects on the baby.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Symbal 10mg Tab?

Symbal 10mg Tab may cause side effects that affect your driving ability. The tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision and make you feel dizzy and lightheaded. Do not drive if you are experiencing side effects after taking a Symbal Tab.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Symbal 10mg Tab?

It is advisable to avoid alcohol with a Symbal 10mg Tab. It can interfere with the function of the medicine and cause exaggerated side effects.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life
You experience hallucinations or become aggressive and angry
You experience unusual bruising or bleeding
You have overdosed.
You are experiencing severe side effects.

Mode of Action of Symbal 10mg Tablets

How Does It Work?

Symbal 10mg Tab capsules belong to a class of medicine called SNRI, which works by increasing chemical messengers like Serotonin and Noradrenaline in the brain. This helps to maintain a proper mental ...

Directions for Use of Symbal 10mg Tablets

Take the Symbal 10mg Tab precisely as prescribed by the doctor. Read the prescription pamphlet carefully before using it. Talk to your doctor if you are unclear about the instructions
Do not exceed the dosage, even if you cannot feel its effects.
Do not break the tablet or chew it.
Take the pill as a whole, with a glass of water.
Do not take it with other medications without informing your doctor.
Do not take if the package has been opened.
Do not suddenly stop taking this medication, as it can lead to withdrawal effects.

Interactions of Symbal 10mg Tablets

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor about any medicine you are taking as there is a chance of drug interaction with the following medication-
Monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors, such as Isocarboxazid, linezolid, can exaggerate side effects.
Antidepressants such as Amitriptyline, Amoxapine, Clomipramine, Desipramine, Imipramine etc., can interfere with duloxetine and cause very high blood pressure.
Diazepam, Chlorphenamine interaction can make you more sleepy.
Warfarin, Ibuprofen interaction may lead to bruises or make you bleed easily.

Interactions with food items

No, such interaction with any food is known for Symbal 10mg Tab. Talk to your doctor about any supplements or herbal drinks you are currently taking before using this medicine.

Storage and disposal of Symbal 10mg Tablets

Store Symbal 10mg Tab at room temperature in a cool and dry area, away from sunlight. Keep the medication away from animals and children in a locked cabinet. Do not remove the drug from its packet and...

Dosage of Symbal 10mg Tablets

Overdose

Symbal 10mg Tab overdose can cause symptoms like agitation, hallucination (seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist), fast heartbeat, fever, loss of coordination. If you overdose on this medi...

Missed a Dose

If you missed a dose, check the information leaflet given with the medication or ask your doctor about the same. Take the next dose of Symbal 10mg Tab as and when you remember it. If it is time for th...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Zishan Ahmad

MBBS, MD

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Vijay Y

MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Should I discontinue Symbal 10mg Tab after seeing improvement in my symptoms?

A: No, you should not discontinue it immediately, as it may cause severe withdrawal symptoms like headache, dizziness, irritability, diarrhoea, fever, chills, etc. Thus, consultation by a doctor is necessary before discontinuing the Symbal tab.

Q: Does Symbal 10mg Tab affect the sleep cycle?

A: It has been seen in a few cases that the Symbal tab may hamper the sleeping pattern and may cause Insomnia in some people. On the other hand, if you feel drowsy after taking this medication, they should prefer to eat it in the evening before going to bed.

Q: What is the duration of action of the Symbal 10mg Tab?

A: The effect of Symbal 10mg Tab is seen within two weeks in people who suffer from anxiety or depression. It takes about 2-4 weeks for patients to feel better. Consult a doctor in case you do not see improvements after two weeks. In people who have diabetic neuropathic pain, it may take a few more weeks to feel better. Consult a doctor if the patient does not feel better after two months.

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