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What is Cymbalta Generic/DULOXETINE ?Cymbalta [Duloxetine] is an antidepressant which belongs to a group of drugs known as selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors which works by helping to re-establish the balance of some natural substances in the brain neurotransmitters. The content of this anti-depressant medicine is duloxetine. This anti-depressant drug affects the chemicals in the brain which may get unbalanced and cause depression. Hence it is useful in treating or preventing the symptoms of mental depression. This medicine can also be prescribed in the treatment of stress urinary incontinence. Cymbalta [Duloxetine] is a delayed release capsules for oral administration. Cymbalta [Duloxetine] may enhance your mood sleep appetite and energy level and reduce nervousness. Cymbalta [Duloxetine] is available in the form of capsules where each capsule contains enteric-coated pellets of 22.4 33.7 or 67.3 mg of duloxetine hydrochloride which is equal to 20 30 or 60 mg of duloxetine respectively. The pellets are enteric-coated to prevent the degradation of the drug in the acidic environment of the stomach. Generic Cymbalta [Duloxetine] also contains a few inactive ingredients which are FD&C Blue No. 2 gelatin hypromellose hydroxypropyl methylcellulose acetate succinate sodium lauryl sulfate sucrose sugar spheres talc titanium dioxide and triethyl citrate. The 20mg and 60 mg capsules of Generic Cymbalta [Duloxetine] further contain iron oxide yellow. Depression that is not treated can lead to a serious condition therefore this medicine should not be stopped unless directed by your doctor. This medication may further cause dependence particularly if it has been used regularly for an extended time or if it has been used in high doses. In such cases if the medicine is suddenly stopped then drug withdrawal reactions may occur. Your quality of life can be improved by few basic lifestyle changes moderation or abstinence of alcoholic beverages and a regular exercise regimen. You must avoid doubling up of the dose in case of missed dose. Over dosing of this anti-depressant medicine should be avoided. Some of the signs and symptoms of overdose are somnolence coma serotonin syndrome seizures syncope tachycardia hypotension hypertension and vomiting. . |
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Uses of Cymbalta GenericCymbalta [Duloxetine] is indicated in Major Depressive Disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. It is further useful in treating chronic pain disorders like fibromyalgia treats pain caused by nerve damage in people with diabetes i.e in diabetic peripheral neuropathy. |
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How to use Cymbalta Generic?Cymbalta [Duloxetine] should be taken orally with or without food generally once or twice a day or as directed by your physician. It should not be chewed or crushed but must be swallowed as a whole. The capsule should not be opened and nor should its contents be sprinkled on food or mixed with liquids. Generally the recommended dosage of Cymbalta [Duloxetine] for mental depression is 40 mg/day to 60 mg/day for adults. |
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Side effects of Cymbalta GenericThere are several side effects produced by Cymbalta [Duloxetine] which are as follows - nausea dry mouth constipation loss of appetite tiredness drowsiness dizziness increased sweating blurred vision unusual or severe mental/mood changes decreased interest in sex changes in sexual ability serious allergic reaction etc. |
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Cymbalta Generic InteractionCymbalta [duloxetine] may interact with several drugs. Some of them include: • Alcohol • Certain arrhythmia medications including propafenone and flecainide • Certain fluoroquinolone antibiotics like ciprofloxacin norfloxacin and ofloxacin • Delavirdine • Linezolid • Lithium • Monoamine oxidase inhibitors MAOIs • Quinidine • Quinine • Aspirin etc. |
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StorageCymbalta [Duloxetine] should be stored at room temperature at 25°C and should be stored away from light and moisture. For a short period it can be stored at 15°C - 30°C. Avoid storing the medicine in the bathroom and it should be kept far from the reach of children and pets. |
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Precaution of Cymbalta Generic?• Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs or if you suffer from liver or kidney disease seizures or epilepsy a bleeding or blood clotting disorder glaucoma bipolar disorder [manic depression] or a history of drug abuse or suicidal thoughts. • Avoid alcoholic beverages. • Caution must be taken when Cymbalta [Duloxetine] is used in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to its effects. • Avoid using this antidepressant during pregnancy. It may harm the unborn baby. • Cymbalta [Duloxetine] drug may pass into the breast milk and affect the nursing infant. Hence breast-feeding is not advisable while using this drug. |
