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Duralast 30mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Dapoxetine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Duralast 30mg Tablet

Duralast 30mg Tablet is a medication used to treat males for sexual dysfunction, such as premature ejaculation. It is also an antidepressant drug. You can also use this with or without alternatives like Kegel exercises, a balanced and healthy diet, and regular exercises. Decreasing your alcohol intake and ceasing of smoking of tobacco could also help in treating this condition.

The initial dose for this drug is 30 mg per day. Once started, you can increase the dosage gradually. The effectiveness of the drug will not be immediately visible; the results can be observed gradually over a period of months. Once you begin the medication, you must gradually stop taking this treatment after 4 to 6 months. Taking this medication over a longer or a prolonged period of time could cause cardiac problems or problems in your gastrointestinal tract. While this medicine is easily available over the counter, you are strongly advised to consult a psychiatrist before beginning to use this medication. You may also use Paroxetine or Duralast if required.

Possible side effects of this drug are drowsiness and sedation. Hence, you are advised to take this medicine at night, just before you go to bed. Do not use if allergic to it.

    What are the uses of Duralast 30mg Tablet

    What are the contraindications of Duralast 30mg Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Duralast 30mg Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Duralast 30mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      This medication may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      You may feel sleepy, dizzy, faint, have difficulty concentrating and blurred vision while taking this medicine.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution should be exercised with impaired Renal function.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Dapoxetine, 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.

    How does this medication work?

    Duralast 30mg Tablet is the first drug that has been formulated specifically to treat premature ejaculation. Even though the exact mechanism of action is not known, physicians suspect that it acts by inhibiting the serotonin transporter (SERT) and block the re-uptake of 5-HT into the neuron. Thus increase the availability of 5-HT at receptor in the CNS and enhance serotoninergic activity.

      What are the interactions of Duralast 30mg Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Alcohol

        Limit the consumption of alcohol during the course of the medication.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        Do not use this medicine in combination with Erythromycin, Fluconazole, Ketoconazole, Lithium, Tramadol, Warfarin, Ritonavir and Verapamil.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        Patients who suffer from Impaired liver function, Bipolar mania or depression, Glaucoma and Impaired kidney function should avoid using this medicine.
      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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