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Dulox 20
Antidepressants

1 Strip = 10 Tablets

ACME laboratories Ltd
Generic Name: Duloxetine Hydrochloride
MRP ৳ 80 13% Off
Best Price ৳ 70
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Product Description

Duloxetine Hydrochloride is a potent serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) that exerts its therapeutic effects by inhibiting the neuronal reuptake of both serotonin (5−HT) and norepinephrine within the central nervous system. By increasing the synaptic concentration of these neurotransmitters, it not only addresses the core symptoms of major depressive disorder (MDD) and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) but also modulates descending pain inhibitory pathways in the spinal cord. This dual action makes it uniquely effective for managing chronic pain conditions, including diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia, and chronic musculoskeletal pain such as osteoarthritis. Unlike traditional selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), the noradrenergic component of Duloxetine is particularly beneficial for patients experiencing fatigue or physical pain associated with psychiatric disorders. It is typically administered once daily and is extensively metabolized by the liver via the CYP1A2 and CYP2D6 pathways. Patients should be monitored for common side effects such as nausea, dry mouth, and somnolence, as well as more serious risks like hepatotoxicity or suicidal ideation, particularly in younger populations. Furthermore, it is critical that the medication is tapered gradually rather than discontinued abruptly to avoid discontinuation syndrome, and it remains contraindicated in patients with uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma or severe renal and hepatic impairment.

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