Duvanta 20 Tablet

Product introduction

Duvanta 20 Tablet is used in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorder, diabetic nerve pain, fibromyalgia (a condition in which there are generalized pain and tenderness in the body), neuropathic pain, and stress urinary incontinence.

 

Duvanta 20 Tablet works by increasing the level of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline) in the brain that have a calming effect on the brain and relax the nerves, thus treating your illness. It may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, headache, decreased libido, abnormal dreams, blurred vision, and dry mouth. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. However, these side effects are temporary and usually resolve on their own in some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.

Before taking Duvanta 20 Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your kidneys, heart, liver, or have a history of seizures (epilepsy or fits). Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts.

Uses of Duvanta Tablet

• Treatment of Diabetic nerve pain
• Treatment of Depression
• Treatment of Anxiety disorder
• Treatment of Neuropathic pain
• Treatment of Fibromyalgia
• Treatment of Stress urinary incontinence

Benefits of Duvanta Tablet

In Treatment of Diabetic nerve pain

High levels of blood sugar (glucose) levels in diabetic patients can cause damage to nerves and this can cause pain sensation. Duvanta 20 Tablet helps reduce this damage by affecting chemicals in the brain called neurotransmitters. By relieving pain, it helps improve your quality of life.

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Side effects of Duvanta Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Duvanta

• Nausea
• Headache
• Dryness in mouth
• Sleepiness
• Dizziness
• Blurred vision
• Decreased libido
• Abnormal dreams

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 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Duvanta Tablet works

Duvanta 20 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 20 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Duvanta 20 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Duvanta 20 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 20 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Duvanta 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Duvanta 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

UNSAFE

Duvanta 20 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 20 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.