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Why should duloxetine not be taken with ciprofloxacin?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Duloxetine should not be taken with ciprofloxacin because ciprofloxacin is a potent CYP1A2 inhibitor and the combination raises duloxetine concentrations in the blood.

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Duloxetine Dr. Reddy's 30 mg Gastro-Resistant Capsules, HardDr. Reddy's Laboratories (UK) Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.3 Contraindications · Version 11Document updated 22 August 2024

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