Duloxetine
Indication
Depressive illness, generalised anxiety disorder
MHRA Drug Safety Update - Duloxetine: regular assessment for suicidal ideation
Green
Brand:
Cymbalta®
Nice TA:
Commissioning responsibility:
CCG
PbR excluded:
No
BNF chapter:
Central nervous system
Background
LSCMMG is adopting the local decision made prior to April 2013
Reason for decision: The colour classification was determined as part of the collaborative work between LCFT and medicines Management leads. Local pathways and patient safety were taken into consideration.
Recommendation
LSCMMG Recommendation:
Green
Reason for decision:
Suitable for initiation in primary care
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