anyone taking cymbalta?
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It works great for me. I have been on it for years, ever since it came out.
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Your son has been through enough events to perhaps have symptoms of situational depression. Studies have shown that cymbalta also helps with chronic pain. He may be one of those people treated with cymbalta for a few months and then discontinued under a physician's direction. Personally, I would give it a try knowing it may help him in such a difficult time. Cymbalta has helped my fibromyalgia. Now I can walk easier and do activities of daily living. It does treat pain. Good luck
947742
NONE it is dangerous to stop meds cold turkey, taper off!
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I am also on Lexapro and I am extremely tired too.  I thought it was just me.  I have been on it for over a year.  I think we both need to speak to our doctors.
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Hello..I was on Seroxat( contains Paroxetin),it's a SSRI antidepressants which generally is well tolerated ,but as others has multiple possible side effects like constipation,headache(at the beginning of the treatment),dizziness,sometimes causes apathy etc. As to the withdrawal symptoms they are comparatively light and within days the unpleasant feelings stopped.(May cause sleepless nights)..If you need any other information on the topic contact me..Best of luck!!
675671
yes i just stopped taking it last month. i had a terrible feeling like a bad hangover for about a week.
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I believe it's cymbalta.
946442
I only take Zoloft and Niravam, but my cousin was recently put on Cymbalta...she has had severe debilitating headaches and cannot go to work...She also says she has the desire to mutilate and kill herself and others.
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Read this article about Cymbalta for diabetic neuropathy: \nhttp://www.news-medical.net/?id=4596
271950
I took it for a while and had no problem with it.  Cymbalta is the newest SSRI.  It works on serotonin and norepinephrine while Paxil only works on serotonin.  I have been taking Cymbalta for a year and have no trouble with it.
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Find a 24 hour pharmacy like Wal-greens or CVS and call now and ask the pharmacist.  \n\nI mix alot of stuff but that doesn't sound right.\n\n\n\nAlso - I was on Cymbalta for awhile and that stuff made me CRAZY when I drank 3-4 alcoholic beverages.
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Yes, I have been taking Lamictal and it does work for me for my bipolar..and my anxiety attacks....I am not ashamed to admit that I take it as I have been using for about 3 years or so.  It helps me to remain calm and can make better decisions instead of just jumping right in with a decision that was rushed and not thought of...Side affects...It helps me to remain calmer...it might be responsible for my lower sex drive..sad to say, but there are other medications to counter that...Hope this helps you or whoever you are referrring to.  But, I do use it in conjuction with Clonozepam(Sp?) after having tried other medications such as Zoloft.
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Zoloft works pretty well when taken consistently. I don't know about depicote. My hubby is bipolar and had his best results with Lithium. He took them consistently for many years. Due to side effects such as insulin resistance and psoriasis, we started to experiment with alternative therapy. What we hit on was regular attendance at church activities (meaning we actually participate) and the use of H.A.L.T., meaning never get too Hungry, Angry, Lonely or Tired. He attended anger management classes and learned to express his anger in words instead of acting out. He eats a little, every 3 hours and goes to bed at midnight, getting up at 8am. It's been a little over a year since he used meds, but he got off with the help of his doctor, after agreeing that if the disease deteriorated, he would start it again. The doctor eased him off the meds a little at a time. He dims the lights and eats some turkey at about an hour before bed. The tryptophane in the turkey makes him sleepy. Listen to some soft music when you want to go to sleep. Big Band works for us, or light classical. Sweet dreams and best wishes!
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I have Fibromyalgia.  My "General Practitioner" (primary care physician) diagnosed it, several years ago.  She prescribed low dose doxepin, and it worked well.  I am not "normal" but I can function better on it than without.  A few times, I have forgotten to take it; miss 3 days in a week, and I am absolutely ILL.  That reminds me of how it used to be, before I had the drug.\n\nThe drug did NOT cause the FM.  It reduces FM symptoms.  Amytryptiline has a similar effect, and similar side effects, I noted.\n\nFM is said to be similar to CFS.\n\nIt is very psychosomatic; I frequently notice increased physical pain about 15 - 30 minutes after a psychological setback.  Any infection, or insufficient rest and / or sleep, and I am bad, too; I will need analgesics, as well as the usual drug.\n\nIndeed! the body and mind interact.
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i never took it (but am looking into it) but this just occured to me, some of the antidepressants i've been on caused me to be hungrier than normal, which obviously made me eat more... do you notice that you've been eating more since you've been on it? sorry if this didn't help, sometimes those things just don't cross your mind though...\nwish i could be more help!
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My doctor has me on Cymbalta, Wellbutrin, Lamictal and Adderall. A lot of drugs, I know. I even have Xanax in case I really lose it. I don't think that medicine is the only answer. Consider speaking with a psychologist, who can help you get down to the root of your anxiety. I know that exercise and a better diet would improve my attitude, if I were ever to get motivated.  Also getting in touch with your spiritual side, such as going to a worship service or meditating, can help alleviate the stress that causes anxiety. I hope to someday chose the path outside of medicine. I wish you luck with dealing with this struggle, and also Happy Holidays!
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I am in my 40s but just started taking it. BiPolar. I had a severe gambling problem which this seems to have solved. It is used for ADD also.