Suggest An Alternative Of Duloxetine

Posted on Sun, 26 Jan 2014

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Sun, 26 Jan 2014 Answered on

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Question : My new insurance doesn't cover duloxetine XXXXXXX Need suggestion for another drug. Generic?

Answered by Dr. Rahul Tawde (1 hour later)

Brief Answer: Look for other SNRIs drugs... Detailed Answer: Hi, The generic Duloxetine XXXXXXX is of the selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor drug (SNRIs) used orally. If the new insurance does not cover duloxetine XXXXXXX then, you should look for other drugs of the SNRIs group including : - Venlafaxine (Effexor XR) - Desvenlafaxine (Pristiq) which has the same mode of action. You can discuss it with your doctor to decide for the right drug for you. All the best! Dr.Bardha

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Thanks good suggestion

Answered by Dr. Rahul Tawde (4 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Happy to be of help! Detailed Answer: Hi, Happy to have assisted you! Dr.Bardha If you are satisfied with my answer, please close this thread and kindly give your positive feedback by rating it. Thank you!

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T