Duloxetine is a medication that is used to help people with depression and anxiety feel better. It can also be prescribed for chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia and nerve pain caused by diabetes. Duloxetine works by balancing chemicals in the brain that affect mood and pain. Your doctor may give you this medicine to improve your overall well-being and reduce discomfort.
Dosage:
Major Depressive Disorder:
Adult: 60 Mg Once Daily
Generalized Anxiety Disorder:
Adult: Initially 30 Mg Once Daily, Increased If Necessary To 60 Mg Once Daily; Maximum 120 Mg Per Day
Diabetic Neuropathy:
Adult: 60 Mg Once Daily, Discontinue If Inadequate Response After 2 Months; Review Treatment At Least Every 3 Months, Maximum Dose To Be Given In Divided Doses; Maximum 120 Mg Per Day
Moderate To Severe Stress Urinary Incontinence:
Adult (Female): 40 Mg Twice Daily, Patient Should Be Assessed For Benefit And Tolerability After 2-4 Weeks, Alternatively Initially 20 Mg Twice Daily For 2 Weeks, This Can Minimise Side Effects, Then Increased To 40 Mg Twice Daily, The Patient Should Be Assessed For Benefit And Tolerability After 2-4 Weeks.
