Duloxetine HCl

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Duloxetine is a prescription medicine licensed to treat depression, anxiety, and other conditions. This eMedTV page explains how duloxetine works, describes some of its potential side effects, and provides some information on taking the medication.

Common duloxetine side effects may include nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness. Besides common side effects, this eMedTV segment also lists rare but possible side effects of duloxetine, as well as side effects that should be reported to your doctor.

What is duloxetine used for? This eMedTV page explains how duloxetine works to treat depression, anxiety, and other conditions. This page also lists off-label duloxetine uses, such as treating chronic pain.

This eMedTV page explains that the duloxetine dosing guidelines your doctor will follow will vary based on several factors, such as the condition you are being treated for and the medicines you're taking. This page also gives tips on taking the drug.

As this eMedTV Web page describes, there are potential drug interactions with duloxetine and other medicines, such as certain antidepressants, some antibiotics, and lithium. This page explains how these drug interactions can cause problems.

Duloxetine may increase your risk of suicidal thoughts or cause liver problems. This portion of the eMedTV archives takes an in-depth look at other precautions and warnings with duloxetine, and also lists the people who should avoid taking the drug.