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Duloxee is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression, Anxiety, Diabetic Neuropathy. Other than this, Duloxee has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Duloxee depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Duloxee have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Duloxee normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Duloxee is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Duloxee has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Duloxee related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Duloxee since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Duloxee are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Duloxee have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Duloxee, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Duloxee is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Duloxee is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Duloxee safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Duloxee. It is best to stop taking Duloxee immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Duloxee safe during breastfeeding?
Duloxee should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Duloxee on the Kidneys?
Duloxee has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Duloxee on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Duloxee on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Duloxee on the Heart?
Duloxee has very mild side effects on the heart.
Duloxee should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Duloxee unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Duloxee habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Duloxee is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Duloxee. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Duloxee is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Duloxee can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Duloxee
Duloxee may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Duloxee
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Duloxee as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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