About dapoxetine hcl
Short-acting selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
Used for
- Treatment of premature ejaculation in adult men.
Usual adult dose
Usually 30 mg by mouth 1–3 hours before sexual activity; maximum once daily. A clinician may increase to 60 mg if needed.
Common side effects
- Nausea, dizziness, headache, or diarrhoea
- Insomnia or tiredness
- Low blood pressure or fainting
- Anxiety or mood changes
Important warnings
- Not for children or adolescents, or men without premature ejaculation.
- Avoid alcohol; it can increase dizziness, fainting, and impaired judgment.
- May cause fainting, especially with dehydration or standing quickly.
- Do not use with certain antidepressants, MAO inhibitors, or moderate-to-strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
Pregnancy
Not applicable; this medicine is used in adult men.
Breastfeeding
Not applicable; this medicine is used in adult men.
Interactions
- Serotonergic medicines, including SSRIs, SNRIs, tramadol, and St John’s wort, may cause serotonin syndrome.
- MAO inhibitors; allow at least 14 days after stopping before starting dapoxetine.
- Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, such as ketoconazole or ritonavir, can raise dapoxetine levels.
- Alcohol and medicines for erectile dysfunction may increase dizziness or fainting risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.