Duzela 60 mg Capsule

Duzela 60 mg Capsule contains 60 mg of duloxetine in each capsule. It is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) medicine used to treat certain conditions involving pain, mood, and nerve signaling. Duzela 60 mg Capsule may be prescribed for depression, anxiety disorders, diabetic nerve pain, fibromyalgia, or chronic musculoskeletal pain, depending on the doctor’s assessment.

How it works: Duloxetine in Duzela 60 mg Capsule helps increase the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain and spinal cord, which can improve mood and help reduce pain signals. The capsule form is swallowed whole so the medicine can be released properly in the body.

Duzela 60 mg Capsule is a higher-strength capsule than the 20 mg, 30 mg, and 40 mg options, so it is usually chosen for people who have already been assessed and may need a fuller therapeutic dose. Because it is a 60 mg capsule, it may be used when a doctor wants a maintenance dose rather than a lower starting strength, and it should not be assumed to be the right first dose for everyone.

• Depression
• Generalized anxiety disorder
• Diabetic nerve pain
• Fibromyalgia
• Chronic pain related to muscles and joints

• Swallow the Duzela 60 mg Capsule whole with water.
• Do not crush, chew, or open the capsule.
• Take it at the same time each day to help remember doses.
• It can be taken with or without food, but taking it with food may help reduce stomach upset.
• Do not stop taking it suddenly unless your prescriber tells you to, because withdrawal symptoms can occur.
• If a dose is missed, take it when remembered unless it is close to the next dose; do not double up.

Each Duzela 60 mg Capsule provides 60 mg of duloxetine. Depending on the condition being treated, it is often taken once daily, but some patients may need a different schedule based on their prescriber’s instructions. The maximum dose per day depends on the diagnosis and the person’s response, so the doctor decides the exact dose and whether Duzela 60 mg Capsule is appropriate.

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

Common side effects of Duloxetine may include:

• Nausea
• Dry mouth
• Sleepiness or fatigue
• Dizziness
• Constipation
• Decreased appetite
• Increased sweating

• Use caution if you have liver disease or drink alcohol often, because duloxetine can affect the liver.
• Duzela 60 mg Capsule may cause drowsiness or dizziness, so be careful when driving or operating machinery.
• Do not use if you are taking an MAOI or have recently stopped one, due to a serious interaction risk.
• Tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, glaucoma, or a history of seizures.
• This higher-strength capsule may be less suitable for someone just starting treatment, so it should be used only as prescribed.
• Do not suddenly stop the capsule without medical advice, because withdrawal symptoms can happen.
• Tell your clinician about any history of bipolar disorder or manic episodes.

• MAO inhibitors such as phenelzine or linezolid
• Other serotonergic medicines such as SSRIs, SNRIs, triptans, or tramadol
• Blood thinners and antiplatelet medicines such as warfarin, aspirin, or clopidogrel
• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen
• Alcohol

Store Duzela 60 mg Capsule at room temperature in a dry place, away from excess heat and moisture, and keep it in the original strip/box until use.