Cymbalta (duloxetine) is commonly used to treat depression and generalized anxiety
In some cases, lifestyle changes may help
It’s known as a serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI), and it’s used to treat conditions like anxiety and depression
Seizures are listed as a rare but serious side effect of Cymbalta, occurring in roughly 3 out of every 10,500 patients
A dangerous drug interaction could occur
In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes
Most patients treated with Cymbalta
These common side effects of duloxetine can happen in up to 1 in 10 people
Constipation
Duloxetine belongs to a group of medicines Cymbalta is an antidepressant approved to treat mood and pain disorders
Maximum dose: 120 mg/day
For weaning off Cymbalta successfully, it is vital to stick to the tapering schedule and never try to stop duloxetine abruptly because Duloxetine withdrawal can be tough
Serotonin is the “feel good” brain chemical that regulates your mood
So you never know what kind you're going to get
r/cymbalta: cymbalta
Common brand names for this medication include Cymbalta®, Drizalma® and Irenka®