Duloxetine Krka
Duloxetine Krka helps by increasing chemicals in your brain called serotonin and noradrenaline, used to treat depression, anxiety, and nerve pain caused by diabetes.
Form
enterokapseli, kova
Strength
30 mg
Active Ingredient
Duloxetine hydrochloride
Manufacturer
KRKA d.d. Novo mesto
How to Use
Dosage
The usual dose is 60 mg once a day, but your doctor will decide what is right for you. For anxiety, you may start with 30 mg once a day.
Method
Take this medicine by mouth. Swallow the capsule whole with water.
Important
The maximum daily dose can be up to 120 mg, as directed by your doctor.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Headache
- •Drowsiness
- •Nausea
- •Dry mouth
- •Dizziness
- •Increased sweating
RARE
- •Severe allergic reaction (e.g., swelling of face or throat, trouble breathing)
- •Serotonin Syndrome (symptoms like agitation, hallucinations, fever, fast heart rate)
- •Liver problems (e.g., yellow skin or eyes)
- •Seizures (convulsions)
- •Very high blood pressure or heart problems (e.g., chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness)
- •Thoughts or attempts to harm yourself or commit suicide
Important Warnings
- Do not take if you are allergic to duloxetine or any other ingredients.
- Do not take if you have severe liver or kidney disease.
- Do not take if you are taking or have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) in the last 14 days.
- If you have thoughts of harming yourself or suicide, especially when starting treatment or if you are under 25, contact your doctor immediately.
- Be aware of Serotonin Syndrome: if you experience restlessness, hallucinations, fast heart rate, or fever, seek medical help.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category C
Suitable for older adults, with specific precautions. Serotonergic. Consider risk of urinary retention. Increases risk of falls. Consider potential interactions. (updated 12.2.2024)