Dupathy 20 Tablet is used in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders. This medicine is also used to relieve nerve pain associated with diabetic neuropathy or chronic pain associated with arthritis or back pain. This medicine acts by restoring the balance of serotonin and norepinephrine, a natural chemical present in the brain. In this way, this drug improves mood, appetite, sleep, and energy levels in patients and gives a sense of calmness in the body. Besides this, it can be used to treat stress urinary incontinence in women.

FAQs

How does Dupathy 20 Tablet work?

Dupathy 20 Tablet work by increasing the amount of mood-enhancing chemicals serotonin and noradrenaline in the brain.

Is Dupathy 20 Tablet habit forming?

Although Dupathy 20 Tablet is not addictive in nature taking it higher or for prolonged use of time may cause drug dependence. Thus one should only take this medicine or the time suggested by the doctor. Do not try to increase the dose for fast results as it may worsen the side effects.

Is the use of Dupathy 20 Tablet allowed in patients dealing with liver diseae?

No, the person having a liver problem facing us, symptoms like itching, dark urine, right-sided upper stomach pain, jaundice is not allowed to use this medicine.

Are there any long-term adverse effects with Dupathy 20 Tablet ?

Duloxetine has been used safely for a long time. Long-term negative effects are not present.

I am still facing the thoughts of depression after taking Dupathy 20 Tablet ?

Report it to your doctor on an urgent basis, as they will either change the dosing strength or change the medicine.

I have recently taken an MAO inhibitor, can I take Dupathy 20 Tablet ?

The use of Dupathy 20 Tablet is restricted if a patient has used an MAO inhibitor (Selegiline etc), within 5 days before or 14 days as it may result in serious drug interaction.

Will it affect my fertility?

There's no evidence to suggest that duloxetine will reduce fertility in either men or women. But speak to your doctor before taking it if you're trying to get pregnant.

How do I come off Dupathy 20 Tablet ?

If you have been feeling better for six months or more, your doctor may suggest coming off Dupathy 20 Tablet . Your doctor will probably recommend reducing your dose gradually over several weeks or longer if you have been taking Dupathy 20 Tablet for a long time. This is to help prevent any extra side effects you might get as a reaction to coming off the medicine.