SPL Set ID: 696a345f-d70c-4ce8-94f7-a8a21f2d20f0

Duloxetine delayed-release capsules are selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) for oral administration. Its chemical designation is (+)-( S )- N -methyl-γ-(1-naphthyloxy)-2-thiophenepropylamine hydrochloride. The molecular formula is C 18 H 19 NOS•HCl, which corresponds to a molecular weight of 333.88. The structural formula is: Duloxetine hydrochloride USP is a white to brownish-white solid, which is slightly soluble in water. Each capsule contains enteric-coated pellets of 20, 30, or 60 mg of duloxetine (equivalent to 22.4, 33.7, or 67.3 mg of duloxetine hydrochloride USP, respectively). These enteric-coated pellets are designed to prevent degradation of the drug in the acidic environment of the stomach. Inactive ingredients include crospovidone, hydroxy propyl cellulose, hypromellose, hypromellose phthalate, sugar spheres, talc, titanium dioxide, and triethylcitrate. The empty hard gelatin capsule shells contain gelatin, titanium dioxide, and sodium lauryl sulphate. In addition, the 20 mg and 60 mg contain FD&C Blue No. 2 and iron oxide yellow and 30 mg contains FD&C Blue No. 2. The capsules are printed with edible ink containing black iron oxide, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol, shellac, and strong ammonia solution. Chemical Structure