Duzela 30 mg Capsule

Duzela 30 mg Capsule contains duloxetine 30 mg in each capsule. Duloxetine is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) used to treat certain mood and pain-related conditions. This Duzela 30 mg Capsule is a prescription medicine that may be used for depression, anxiety, nerve pain, and other doctor-approved uses depending on your diagnosis. It is supplied by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. in a strip/box of 10 capsules.

How it works: Duloxetine in Duzela 30 mg Capsule helps raise the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain and nerves. These chemical messengers can affect mood, anxiety, and pain signals, and the capsule form is swallowed so the medicine can be absorbed through the digestive tract.

Duzela 30 mg Capsule is a mid-strength option between Duzela 20 mg Capsule and the higher Duzela 40 mg Capsule and Duzela 60 mg Capsule. Doctors may choose this strength when they want a smaller dose increase, better tolerability, or a more gradual adjustment before moving to a higher capsule strength. Because 30 mg is stronger than the 20 mg capsule but lower than the 40 mg and 60 mg capsules, it can suit patients who need a tailored dose rather than the standard higher strengths.

• Depression
• Generalized anxiety disorder
• Neuropathic pain
• Other doctor-prescribed pain or mood conditions

• Swallow Duzela 30 mg Capsule whole with water; do not crush, chew, or open it.
• Take it at the same time each day unless your doctor tells you differently.
• You may take it with or without food; food can help if it upsets your stomach.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is close to the next dose—do not double up.
• Do not stop Duzela 30 mg Capsule suddenly without medical advice, because withdrawal symptoms can occur.

Each Duzela 30 mg Capsule provides 30 mg of duloxetine. The capsule is usually taken once daily, but some patients may be instructed differently based on their condition and response; the doctor decides the exact schedule. Do not exceed the prescribed daily amount, since the maximum daily dose depends on the condition being treated and the prescriber’s plan.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Duloxetine may include:

• Nausea, especially when first starting Duzela 30 mg Capsule
• Dry mouth
• Sleepiness or fatigue
• Dizziness
• Constipation
• Decreased appetite
• Sweating

• Duzela 30 mg Capsule can cause dizziness or sleepiness, so avoid driving until you know how it affects you.
• Do not drink alcohol heavily, because it can increase liver risk and side effects.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, glaucoma, high blood pressure, or a history of seizures.
• Use caution if you have heart disease or uncontrolled blood pressure.
• Do not take Duzela 30 mg Capsule with MAO inhibitors, and tell your doctor about all antidepressants you use.
• This strength is not a starting choice for everyone; it should be used only when a clinician has assessed that 30 mg fits your treatment plan.
• If you have diabetes, blood sugar may change while taking duloxetine, so monitoring may be needed.

• MAO inhibitors such as phenelzine or linezolid
• Other serotonergic medicines such as SSRIs, SNRIs, tramadol, or triptans
• Blood thinners and antiplatelet medicines such as warfarin, aspirin, or clopidogrel
• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen, which can raise bleeding risk
• Strong CYP1A2 inhibitors such as fluvoxamine or ciprofloxacin

Store Duzela 30 mg Capsule in a cool, dry place away from moisture, heat, and direct light, and keep the capsules in the original strip/box until use.