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Duloxetine (AN) TM
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Active ingredients: duloxetine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DULOXETINE AN duloxetine 30 mg (as hydrochloride) enteric capsule bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Duloxetine is indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD).,Duloxetine is indicated for the treatment of generalised anxiety disorder (GAD).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, enteric
- Oral
- Blue opaque/White opaque, size 3 hard capsule filled with white to off-white pellets and imprinted with X on cap & 02 on body with black ink
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 100 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient duloxetine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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