Sylonex 30mg Tablets

Sylonex 30 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine. The main uses of Sylonex Tablets are in the treatment of symptoms associated with depression, neuropathic (nerve) pain related to diabetes, and urinary incontinence. The main ingredient of this medicine is duloxetine.

It is an antidepressant medicine. Managing the signs of depression, especially in people who are not responding to other medications, is one of the uses of the Sylonex Tablet. It lowers pain caused by nerve damage in patients with various conditions.

It also reduces stress, fear, restlessness, irritability, loss of interest, etc. Sylonex Tablet is not recommended for children younger than the age of 18. You should take Sylonex Tablet exactly as prescribed by a doctor, as it induces sleeplessness, constipation, low sex desire, etc.

Most of the side effects of Sylonex Tablets do not need medical treatment, however, if they persist, talk to your doctor. This medicine should also be used with caution, as it tends to cause mood changes and suicidal thoughts.

Dosage

Overdose

An overdose on Sylonex Tablets can cause sleepiness, lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, increased heart rate, seizures, fainting, low blood pressure, and loss of consciousness. If you overdose on Sylonex Tablets and experience any of these symptoms, immediately seek emergency medical treatment from a hospital closer to you.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed a dose of the Sylonex Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If the next dose is approaching, continue with your regular schedule and skip the dose you have missed. Do not take missed doses in addition to the regular dose, which can lead to an adverse reaction.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Sylonex 30 mg Tablet contains duloxetine as the main ingredient. It is a type of antidepressant medicine called selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRIs). It acts by raising the activity of serotonin and norepinephrine. Both are chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) that work on specific areas of the brain to regulate mood, improve behaviour and quality of life. It also lowers pain caused due to nerve damage.

Directions for Use

• Take Sylonex 30 mg Tablet precisely in the dosage and duration prescribed by the doctor.
• Do not exceed the prescribed dose of Sylones 30 mg Tabs, even if you cannot feel its effects.
• Swallow Sylonex 30 mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush, or break it.
• Do not use Sylonex 30 mg Tablet with other medicines without consulting your doctor.
• It is best to take a Sylonex tablet after eating food, so it is tolerated well.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Sylonex Tablets during pregnancy?

No. Sylonex Tablet is not recommended for pregnant women unless necessary and only if the doctor prescribes it. There is limited data available on this medicine's safety during pregnancy; some animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus. Inform your doctor if you conceive during the course of treatment with the medication.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Sylonex Tablets while breastfeeding?

No. Much information is not available on the safety of Sylonex Tablet in breastfeeding women and infants. If you are currently breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking Sylonex Tablet to avoid any effects on the newborn baby.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken the Sylonex Tablet?

No, it can be dangerous to drive after taking Sylonex Tablet, as it causes side effects like double vision, drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, and slow reflexes. It is also not safe to operate heavy machinery after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Sylonex Tablet?

It is not advisable to take a Sylonex Tablet with alcohol. It increases the impact of alcohol. It also causes side effects such as nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, dizziness, fainting, diminished reflexes, and blurred vision.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are taking any ayurvedic or herbal medicines and supplements that can interfere with this medicine and cause adverse effects.
• You have a seizure disorder.
• You have withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, irritation, etc.
• You are unable to pass urine.
• You experience a sudden change or drop in blood glucose levels with Sylonex Tablet.
• You are over the age of 65. You should monitor the Sylonex Tablet dose as the chances of side effects are higher due to slow metabolism.
• You notice a frequent fluctuation in blood pressure. Sylonex Tablet can cause low pressure when you suddenly stand up (orthostatic hypotension).

Contraindications

• If you have uncontrolled or fluctuating high blood pressure.
• If you have an allergy to the active or inactive ingredients of the Sylonex Tablet.
• If you have been diagnosed with an eye condition known as narrow-angle glaucoma. This tablet can increase the fluid pressure inside the eye and worsen the eye condition.
• If you are already using various other antidepressants.
• If you have a severe kidney illness.
• If you have a history of bleeding disorders or abnormal bleeding.
• If you are using medications that increase serotonin levels.
• If you have neuroleptic malignant syndrome (a severe disorder caused by a reaction to medicines)

Side effects

• Nausea
• Difficulty in sleeping
• Burning sensation on soles and palms
• Blurred vision
• Excessive sweating
• Suicidal thoughts
• Sexual problems such as erectile dysfunction, low sex desire, etc.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• It is not recommended to take other antidepressant medications like diazepam, linezolid, fluoxetine, etc., with Sylonex Tablets without consulting your doctor. It can have severe effects such as increased heart rate, changes in blood pressure, etc.
• If you are currently on blood thinners like warfarin, aspirin, etc., inform your doctor. Using them with a Sylonex Tablet can increase the risk of abnormal bleeding.
• Sylonex Tablets can interact with many other medications such as lithium, sertraline, and dextromethorphan. They can cause side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, etc.
• Do not use high doses of opioid pain relievers like tramadol or codeine with Sylonex Tablet without talking to your doctor. It can cause extreme drowsiness and have other side effects.
• Do not mix antibiotics like ciprofloxacin with Sylonex Tablets. It increases the level of Sylonex in the blood and can cause serious side effects.

Interactions with food items

• Brain-stimulating drinks, which have caffeine, including coffee, cola, energy drinks, etc., interfere with the effects of Sylonex Tablet, and hence should be avoided.
• Avoid grapefruit and its juice, as it lowers its removal from the body and increases the effects of the medicine.

Storage and disposal

Try to store Sylonex 30 mg Tablets in dry conditions at room temperature. Keep Sylonex Tablets away from the reach of children and pets at home. Additionally, keep them away from wet surfaces, direct sunlight, and humid conditions. Dispose of the packaging of Sylonex 30 mg Tablet carefully after use. Dispose of unused/expired Sylonex Tablets as biomedical waste.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I give Sylonex Tablets to children below 18 years of age?

No. Do not give this medicine to a child or an adolescent unless your doctor recommends it. Sylonex Tablet is not recommended for children under 18 years of age. It increases the risk of suicidal thoughts in children and adolescents, so the dose should be monitored.

Would I be addicted to Sylonex Tablet if I took it every day?

No, Sylonex Tablet is not a habit-forming medicine. However, you must not stop using Sylonex Tablet suddenly without consulting your doctor, as it can cause withdrawal symptoms like sweating, muscle tremors, dizziness, etc.

Should I take Sylonex tablets with food or without consuming food?

It is better to take a Sylonex Tablet after consuming a meal, so it can be well tolerated. But try to take these tablets at the same time each day to maintain stable levels of medicine in the body.