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ATC code ? |
| Chemical formula | C18H19NOS, HCl |
| Molecular weight | 333.38 |
| Bioavailability | ? |
| Metabolism | Hepatic Oxidation |
| Elimination half-life | 8-17 hours |
| Excretion | 70% in urine, 20% in feces |
| Pregnancy category | C (USA) |
| Legal status | Prescription only (USA) |
| Routes of administration | Oral |
Duloxetine hydrochloride (brand names: Cymbalta/Yentreve) is a medically used drug that primarily targets major depressive disorders (MDD), pain related to diabetic peripheral neuropathy and stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Known also as LY248686, chemically (+)-(S)-N-methyl-3-(1-naphthyloxy)-2-thiophenepropanamine, it is a potent dual inhibitor of serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine, 5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) reuptake, possessing comparable affinities in binding to NE and 5-HT transport sites. Interestingly, its behavior contrasts to most other dual-reuptake inhibitors.
Furthermore, duloxentine lacks affinity for monoamine receptors within the central nervous system. While there is limited data available regarding the pharmacokinetic profile of duloxetine in humans, its half-life is reported to be 10 to 15 hours.
Duloxentine is also approved by the FDA for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy.
External links
- Manufacturer website
- Cymbalta Antidepressant Medication
- Duloxetine - medlineplus.org
- Mediacation Guide
- Prescribing Guide
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