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Duvanta 40 Tablet
Prescription Required
Overview
Introduction
Duvanta 40 Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorder, diabetic nerve pain, fibromyalgia, neuropathic pain and stress urinary incontinence.
Duvanta 40 Tablet helps by increasing the level of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline) in the brain that maintains mental balance and stop the movement of pain signals in the brain. It is taken by mouth with or without food. Take it at a fixed time each day to maintain consistent level of medicine in the blood. If you have missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Never skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine includes nausea, headache, and dryness of mouth. It may cause an increase in blood pressure, especially during the first month of treatment, it is important to monitor your blood pressure regularly. It may even cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to inform doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood as it may lead to suicidal thoughts.
Duvanta 40 Tablet helps by increasing the level of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline) in the brain that maintains mental balance and stop the movement of pain signals in the brain. It is taken by mouth with or without food. Take it at a fixed time each day to maintain consistent level of medicine in the blood. If you have missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Never skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine includes nausea, headache, and dryness of mouth. It may cause an increase in blood pressure, especially during the first month of treatment, it is important to monitor your blood pressure regularly. It may even cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to inform doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood as it may lead to suicidal thoughts.
Uses of Duvanta Tablet
Side effects of Duvanta Tablet
Common
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dryness in mouth
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
How to use Duvanta Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Duvanta 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Duvanta Tablet works
Duvanta 40 Tablet works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline), natural substances in the brain that help maintain mental balance and stop the movement of pain signals in the brain.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Duvanta 40 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Duvanta 40 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Duvanta 40 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Duvanta 40 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Duvanta 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Duvanta 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Dose adjustment is not recommended in patients with mild and moderate kidney disease.
Dose adjustment is not recommended in patients with mild and moderate kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
Duvanta 40 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Duvanta Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Duvanta 40 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick Tips
- Duvanta 40 Tablet helps in treating depression and anxiety.
- It may also be used to treat nerve pain from diabetes and some other forms of chronic pain.
- It may take 2 to 4 weeks for Duvanta 40 Tablet to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Duvanta 40 Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage.
- It may cause an increase in blood pressure, especially during the first month of treatment. Monitor your blood pressure regularly.
- It may cause a sensation of restlessness, especially when you first start taking it. Inform your doctor if this happens to you.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Interaction with Drugs
Taking Duvanta with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient Concerns
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User Feedback
Patients taking Duvanta 40 Tablet
Once A Day
81%
Twice A Day
18%
Four Times A *
1%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Duvanta Tablet for?
Depression
25%
Anxiety disor*
25%
Neuropathic p*
25%
Diabetic nerv*
25%
*Anxiety disorder, Neuropathic pain, Diabetic nerve pain
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
67%
Average
33%
How do you take Duvanta Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Duvanta 40 Tablet on price
Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Q. How long does Duvanta take to work?
In people with depression and anxiety, Duvanta mostly starts working within two weeks of treatment. However, you may take 2-4 weeks to feel better. Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement after this time. In people with diabetic neuropathic pain, you may take a few weeks to feel better. Consult your doctor if you do not feel better after 2 months.
Q. If I start feeling better, can I stop taking Duvanta?
No, you should not stop Duvanta suddenly and without consulting your doctor. In cases of depression and anxiety, if you have been feeling better for 6 months or more, your doctor may reduce your doses gradually. In case of pain and incontinence, if you are feeling better, continue taking it for long term. Your doctor will keep monitoring your response to the medicine every few months.
Q. Is Duvanta highly addictive?
No, Duvanta is not habit-forming (addictive). This means that it does not make you physically or psychologically dependent on it.
Q. What will be the consequences if I stop taking Duvanta suddenly?
If you stop Duvanta suddenly, you may feel dizzy, tired, agitated or restless, anxious and irritated. You may also experience sleep disturbances (vivid dreams, nightmares, inability to sleep), nausea, vomiting, shaking, muscle pain, diarrhea, a piercing sensation (pins and needles) especially in the head and excessive sweating or vertigo. Always consult your doctor before you stop taking Duvanta. Your doctor will reduce the dose gradually.
Q. I am taking warfarin, does Duvanta interfere with warfarin? Is it safe to take both together?
You should be cautious if you are taking both Duvanta and warfarin since there is a risk of bleeding or you may experience petechiae or purpura.
Q. Is Duvanta safe to use for long term?
Duvanta is safe to use for a long duration, provided you follow your doctor’s advice regarding the treatment.
Q. I am a hypertensive patient. I have noticed that my blood pressure has increased after I started taking Duvanta. Is it because of Duvanta, what should be done?
Duvanta may cause an increase in blood pressure. Therefore, regular monitoring of blood pressure is required, especially during the first month of use. If your blood pressure increase is constant, consult your doctor. It may indicate that your Duvanta dose either needs to be reduced or discontinued gradually.
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