Cymbalta

Cymbalta generic Duloxetine may be described as a selective serotonin – norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) and an effective Venlafaxine medication.

Furthermore, generic Duloxetine may also be described as a white to slightly brownish – white solid which partially dissolves in water.

Cymbalta generic Duloxetine is used to effectively treat acute bouts of depression and generalized anxiety disorders as well.

Cymbalta generic Duloxetine is available in both tablet and capsule forms and in each individual form in strengths of 20mg, 30mg, 40mg and 60mg respectively. The tablet or capsule must be taken by mouth, once or twice a day and with or without food or as directed by your health care professional. However, if you are taking generic Duloxetine in capsule form refrain from crushing, chewing or mixing the contents within the capsule with food or liquid and make sure you swallow it whole as this is an extended release medication. You must also keep in mind that it may take approximately 1 to 2 weeks to experience a difference and approximately 4 weeks to experience the full benefit of Cymbalta generic Duloxetine.

Furthermore, you must be sure to follow the directions on the prescription label carefully and ask your health care professional or pharmacist to explain any part of generic Duloxetine you do not understand. You must also be sure to take Cymbalta generic Duloxetine exactly as directed and refrain from taking a greater or lesser quantity of this medication or altogether taking this medication more or less often than prescribed by your health care professional. Be sure that you do not suddenly discontinue generic Duloxetine without prior confirmation from your health care professional. Your dose must be gradually decreased, since certain conditions may worsen when Cymbalta generic Duloxetine is abruptly discontinued. However, consult your health care professional pertaining to the use of generic Duloxetine in the case of children.

While on an ongoing course of Cymbalta generic Duloxetine if you notice any of the symptoms listed below, or any other symptoms which may seem severe or persistent, you must contact your health care professional.

• Sometimes, generic Duloxetine may cause the patient o experience vomiting, dizziness, low fever, palpitations, weight complications, decreased libido, seizures and stomach pain.

• Furthermore, Cymbalta generic Duloxetine may cause the patient to experience flu – like symptoms, drowsiness, an itching sensation, fainting spells, skin rashes, insomnia and restlessness.

• Lastly, generic Duloxetine may cause the patient to experience nausea, an increased yawning sensation, a dry mouth, constipation, over-reactive reflexes, a loss of appetite and fatigue.

If you are on an ongoing course of Cymbalta generic Duloxetine before you commence taking any new medication (either prescription or OTC), you must first consult your health care professional or pharmacist.

Furthermore, you must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are allergic to generic Duloxetine or any other medication in any other form. Your health care professional must also be informed if you are taking any other medication in any other form, including nutritional supplements, preservatives, food dyes, iron supplements or herbal products whilst on an ongoing course of this medication.

• Sometimes, Cymbalta generic Duloxetine interacts with various medications, such as Procarbazine, Selegiline, St. John’s Wort, Dextroamphetamine, Doxercalciferol, Furazolidone, Linezolid, Propafenone, Amphetamine, Lithium, Citalopram, Eletriptan, Paroxetine, Sumatriptan, Rasagiline, Venlafaxine, Tramadol, Sibutramine, Tryptophan and Isocarboxazid.

• Furthermore, generic Duloxetine interacts with various medications, such as Moclobemide, Phenelzine, Tranylcypromine, Fluvoxamine, Thioridazine, Cimetidine, Perphenazine, Flecainide, Quinidine, Ciprofloxacin, Desipramine, Fluoxetine, Imipramine, Clonidine, Furosemide, Guanethidine, Aspirin, Clopidogrel, Ibuprofen and Warfarin.

• Lastly, Cymbalta generic Duloxetine interacts with various medications used to treat heart or blood pressure complications, weight complications, mental depression, mania, psychosis, anxiety and migraines.

In case of an overdose of Cymbalta generic Duloxetine, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Your health care professional may order certain laboratory and/or medical tests to be performed, such as blood pressure levels, smooth functioning of the kidneys, blood electrolyte levels and blood cholesterol levels to check your response to Cymbalta generic Duloxetine, monitor your progress and check for side effects. You must be sure to keep all appointments with your health care professional and the laboratory. Do not let anyone else take your prescribed dosage of generic Duloxetine and ask your health care professional or pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

Furthermore, while on an ongoing course of Cymbalta generic Duloxetine, if you need to undergo any kind of surgery including dental surgery you must consult your health care professional and discontinue this medication. If you conceive whilst on a course of generic Duloxetine, inform your health care professional. You must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are pregnant or breast feeding or planning to conceive. Generic Duloxetine may or may not pass into breast milk.

Lastly, avoid consuming alcohol and beverages containing even a small percentage of alcohol whilst on an ongoing course of Cymbalta generic Duloxetine.

It is important that you do not discontinue this medication without first consulting your health care professional. While on an ongoing course of generic Duloxetine, you must also refrain from driving a car or operating any kind of machinery until you know how this medication affects you.

It is important that you do not take a double dose of Cymbalta generic Duloxetine to make up for a missed one unless you have consulted your health care professional.

Cymbalta generic Duloxetine is also used to effectively alleviate diabetic neuropathy (nerve pain caused by diabetes) and fibromyalgia. Furthermore, you must speak with your health care professional about the possible risks of using generic Duloxetine for your condition and be sure to consult your health care professional or pharmacist for more information, since this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses.

Store Cymbalta generic Duloxetine in the container it came in, keep the lid tightly closed and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature (between 59 – 86 degrees F or 15 – 30 degrees C) and away from excess heat and moisture.

Furthermore, you must be sure to throw away any generic Duloxetine medication that has gotten outdated or is no longer required. But, speak with your pharmacist or health care professional or consult your local waste disposal company about the proper method by which you can safely and effectively discard your unused Cymbalta generic Duloxetine medication.

• It is very important for the patient to know that before consuming Cymbalta generic Duloxetine they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from diabetes, abdominal bleeding, narrow – angle Glaucoma, slow emptying of the abdomen or low Sodium levels in the blood.

• Furthermore, it is also very important for the patient to know that before consuming generic Duloxetine they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from severe dehydration, hyponatremia (loss of excessive salt from the body), seizure disorders, blood clotting disorders or heart problems.

• Lastly, it is also very important for the patient to know that before consuming Cymbalta generic Duloxetine they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from Kidney complications, bipolar disorders, weight complications, high blood pressure or liver complications.