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Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules is used for:
Treating depression and generalized anxiety disorder. It is used for managing pain caused by fibromyalgia and diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPNP). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules is a serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (serotonin and norepinephrine), which helps to improve certain mood problems.
Do NOT use Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules
- you have uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma
- you have liver problems or severe kidney problems, or you are having dialysis
- you are taking or have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (eg, phenelzine) within the last 14 days
- you are taking a quinolone antibiotic (eg, ciprofloxacin), a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) (eg, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine), an SNRI (eg, venlafaxine), thioridazine, or tryptophan
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
How to use Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules:
Use Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules refilled.
- Take Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules by mouth with or without food.
- Swallow Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing. Do not open the capsule and sprinkle the contents on food or in liquid.
- Take Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it. Taking Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
- Continue to take Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
- Do not suddenly stop taking Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules without checking with your doctor. Side effects may occur. They may include mental or mood changes, numbness or tingling of the skin, dizziness, confusion, headache, nausea, nightmare, ringing in the ears, seizures, trouble sleeping, unusual tiredness, or vomiting. You will be closely monitored when you start Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules and whenever a change in dose is made.
- If you miss a dose of Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules.
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