Generic Cymbalta (Duloxetine Hcl) - Active Ingredient And Chemical structure
The active ingredient contained in Generic Cymbalta (Duvanta Tablets) is Duloxetine Hydrochloride. Duloxetine hydrochloride is a white to slightly brownish white solid, which is slightly soluble in water. The structure is shown below
Generic Forms and Brand names of Generic Cymbalta (Duloxetine Hydrochloride)
Duvanta Tablets (Generic Cymbalta) manufactured by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd. , India is an effective treatment for depression and generalized anxiety disorder. It is used for managing pain caused by diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPNP) and Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain. Cymbalta which has the active ingredient Duloxetine Hydrochloride is also sold as Dulot manufactured by Lupin and under various other brand names such as Yentreve, Ariclaim, Xeristar or Dulot.
Generic Cymbalta (Duloxetine Hydrochloride) Preparations
Duvanta Tablets (Generic Cymbalta) as well as Dulot Tablets is available as tablets of 20 mg, 30 mg and 40 mg .
Duvanta Tablets (Generic Cymbalta) - Storage Requirements
Duvanta Tablets are to be stored at room temperature (15°C to 30°C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light.
Duvanta Tablets (Generic Cymbalta) - Uses
Generic Cymbalta in the form of Duvanta Tablets and Dulot are effective treatment for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathic Pain (DPNP), Fibromyalgia (FM) and Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain.
Duvanta Tablets (Generic Cymbalta) - Dosage
Duvanta Tablets (Generic Cymbalta) should generally be administered once daily with or without meals.Duvanta should be swallowed whole and should not be chewed or crushed.
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) Treatment:
Starting Dose For Adults: 40 mg/day to 60 mg/day
Target Dose: Acute Treatment: 40 mg/day (20 mg twice daily) to 60 mg/day (once daily or as 30 mg twice daily);
Maintenance Treatment: 60 mg/day
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Treatment:
Starting Dose For Adults: 60 mg/day
Target Dose: 60 mg/day (once daily)
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathic Pain (DPNP) Treatment:
Starting Dose For Adults: 60 mg/day
Target Dose:60 mg/day (once daily)
Fibromyalgia (FM ) (DPNP) Treatment:
Starting Dose For Adults: 30 mg/day
Target Dose:60 mg/day (once daily)
Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain Treatment:
Starting Dose For Adults: 30 mg/day
Target Dose: 60 mg/day (once daily)
Side Effects Of Duvanta Tablets (Generic Cymbalta)
The most common side effects of Duvanta Tablets (Generic Cymbalta) are nausea, dry mouth, somnolence, fatigue, constipation, decreased appetite, and hyperhidrosis.
