Technically yes, but it's not only a SSRI. It is also considered a SNRI because it acts on norepinephrine as well as serotonin.
yes , they can be taken together. Some studies show combining mirtazapine with ssri's make them more effective.
Generally doctors avoid SSRI and TCA combinations. Safer approaches are tried first, as switching to different agents, increasing dosages, SNRIs (Effexor and Cymbalta), combinations of SSRI and Wellbutrin, Remeron or buspirone (Buspar) or augmentation of the SSRI with modafinil (US: Provigil). Well, if these didn't help you, you can try SSRI + TCA but expect some side effects that may be irritating. Most common from this combination should be dry mouth, constipation, weight gain, and of course sexual side effects. If you have especially high anxiety, your doctor most certainly will prefer the use of SSRI + TCA from some of the above solutions.
Cymbalta is an antidepressant that is in the class of serotonin and norepinephrine inhibitor. Wellbutrin is also an antidepressant, but in the class of dopamine and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors.
Not a good idea. SSRI drugs combined with NSAID's cause increased bleeding. If you take both these med's you risk a GI or stomach bleed. Ask your doctor for stomach protection if you want to take these two together.
Combining Cymbalta with an SSRI is not a great idea, because Cymbalta already has serotonin re-uptake inhibition action. Side-effects will likely be significantly worsen. So, if are indeed decided to do so, I would suggest an SSRI which has not so great side effect profile like Escitalopram (Lexapro/Cipralex) or Citalopram (Celexa). Watch out for sexual side effects!!
This is a moderate interaction. SSRI antidepressants might cause your blood pressure to drop too low when taken with certain blood pressure medications. Your doctor needs to monitor you until you become used to are these medicines. Be careful sitting or standing. Contact your doctor immediately if you become dizzy, confused, faint when standing up, or have rapid heartbeat.
No, Lexapro (escitalopram) and Cymbalta (duloxetine) are not the same. Lexapro is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) primarily used to treat depression and anxiety disorders, while Cymbalta is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) used for depression, anxiety, and certain pain conditions. Although both medications affect serotonin levels, they have different mechanisms of action and side effects. Always consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice.
Lamictal (lamotrigine) is not an SSRI. It is an anti-convulsant.
Yes it can help some with depression. It is advisable to try the SSRI or SNRI drugs before trying adderall. Adderall has been found useful in those non-responsive to traditional methods such as talk therapy coupled with an SSRI or SNRI, i.e. paxil, prozac, lexapro, cymbalta, pristiq, effexor, wellbutrin, celexa, zoloft etc.
Hcg with cymbalta
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SSRI#List_of_SSRIs
Cymbalta is an anti-depressant.