Cymbalta

Go and see your GP or Psychiatrist, you need to discuss with them why you want to change. It may be due to side effects or you feel it is not working, but the bottom line you need to speak to them.

Cymbalta works good for certain people and in others it doesn't. Compared to the other SSRI's antidepressants it is not as good- more side effects and not as efficient IE longer depressive symptoms or anxiety plus more unwanted effects.

Your GP/Specialist should tell you to not take any antidepressant medication for 2 days before you commence your new medication. This is so you don't get a condition called discontinuation syndrome.

Sincerely

Derek

Talk to your physician abut mixing these two potent medications - I do not have access to your medical history so I am unable to definitively answer your question.

In all honestly, it completely depends on what you are taking a drug test for. If the test is for a government purpose (probation, parole, or government job such as postal worker) than no, because they use what is called the NIDA 5 Drug Test. The 5 things they test for are:

THC - Marijuana, Hashish, Marinol, Dronabinol, etc.

Opiates - Morphine, Heroin, Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, etc.

Amphetamines - Adderall, Dexedrine, Methamphetamine, Ecstasy

Phencyclidine - PCP

Cocaine

However, some private organizations that require drug testing can (and will) test for whatever they want, but in most states require that they give you a list of what it is exactly what they are testing for. I know from experience that my high school tested for over 17 pyschoactive chemicals, including alcohol, nicotine, and steroids.

Cymbalta, an SNRI, is very widely prescribed, and by law, if you provide a valid prescription before your scheduled test, even if you come back positive for only that chemical, you should pass.

It is also good to know how long certain drugs will stay in your system, and a good resource site for that is www.erowid.org. Not only does it contain drug testing info, it also is a great non-biased reference site for most drugs.

I took the last 60mg Cymbalta in the bottle on Tuesday night and didn't have the money for a refill til Friday. This is NOT a pleasant detox. I can only describe them as BRAIN ZINGS, no way to really say how it feels, but it seems electrical somehow and is quite unpleasant. Not because it is terribly painful, but just terribly terribly weird and uncomfortable. They started on Thursday morning, and by 2am Friday waiting for the store to open I was FREAKING. Now I was having a terrible anxiety problem and had a headache to boot along with the crazy zingers in my brain. My husband got it filled Friday morning and within an hour or so it was so much better. I was fine by the end of the day.

No, it will not get you high. It will hurt your nose alot aswell.

My doctor told me Claritin is safe. (NOT Claritin-D)

There's no adverse reaction, as with Sudafed-type decongestants, but unfortunately, the decongesting results is not very good either.

Cymbalta (duloxetine) does not contain fluoride.

Interesting. I have used Cymbalta for 10 months and have just recently been plagued with TMJ symptoms. Would like to hear from other Cymbalta users about this.

I found the best answers for questions regarding medication differences were found in asking a local pharmacist. They are required to know more regarding the interaction and composition of medications with the body than doctors. Remember, generally speaking, doctors PRACTICE medicine. For specific comparison, you might want to check out http://www.antidepressentfacts.com. It seems to answer the exact question you are asking. As I understand it, one reduces the production, while the other inhibits the re-absorbtion of seratonin. Seratonin controls appetite, energy and mood. There is an extensive debate regarding the pros and cons of both levels of the inhibitors. Obviously, because I am not a physcian, I could not provide specific information, but another great source is the Prescription Drug Reference found at most book stores for about $8.00- it gives a more simple explaination of medications, there use and side effects. Hope this helps. SSRI's deal with serotonin; SNRI's deal with serotonin and norepinephrine. A psychiatrist or pharmacist can help tremendously to answer this question about the differences.

These drugs are contraindicated. Tramadol interacts with the SSRI antidepressants and makes it much more likely that you will develop a potentially fatal condition known as Seratonin Syndrome. This causes rapid heartbeat, sweating, tremors, muscle rigidity, confusion, hallucination, a rise in body temperature which can be fatal, hallucinations, and coma. You also have an increased risk of having a seizure.

Do not take tramadol with SSRI medications.

yes , they can be taken together. Some studies show combining mirtazapine with ssri's make them more effective.

Prozac or fluoxetine can cause drowsiness, feeling of being tired, trouble concentrating, fainting, feeling of weakness, and being unable to coordinate or recall memories. Some of these resolve as your body gets used to the drug but these side effects may also be occuring because you are taking a high dose. Speak to your pharmacist or doctor on a more personalized medical advice and what you can do to decrease the incidence of these side effects.

No. Barbituates are drugs that are used as hypnotics or sleep inducers. Wellbutrin is an antidepressant, and also sometimes used to aid in the cessation of smoking.

Cymbalta is an antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SSNRIs). Cymbalta works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (serotonin and norepinephrine), which helps to improve certain mood problems. Cymbalta is used to treat major depressive disorder and general anxiety disorder. It is also used to treat a chronic pain disorder called fibromyalgia, and to treat pain caused by nerve damage in people with diabeties (diabetic neuropathy). Cymbalta may also be used for other purposes not listed. Important information about Cymbalta Do not take Cymbalta together with thioridazine (Mellaril), or a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam), or tranylcypromine (Parnate). You must wait at least 14 days after stopping an MAOI before you can take Cymbalta. After you stop taking Cymbalta, you must wait at least 5 days before you start taking an MAOI. You may have thoughts about suicide when you first start taking an antidepressant, especially if you are younger than 24 years old. Your doctor will need to check you at regular visits for at least the first 12 weeks of treatment. Call your doctor at once if you have any new or worsening symptoms such as: mood or behavior changes, anxiety, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, or if you feel impulsive, irritable, agitated, hostile, aggressive, restless, hyperactive (mentally or physically), more depressed, or have thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Cymbalta. Alcohol may increase the risk of damage to your liver. Cold or allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures or anxiety can add to sleepiness caused by Cymbalta. Tell your doctor if you regularly use any of these other medicines. Cymbalta can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert. Before taking Cymbalta Do not use Cymbalta together with thioridazine (Mellaril), or an MAO inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), tranylcypromine (Parnate), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), or selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam). Serious and sometimes fatal reactions can occur when these medicines are taken with Cymbalta. You must wait at least 14 days after stopping an MAO inhibitor before you can take Cymbalta. After you stop taking Cymbalta, you must wait at least 5 days before you start taking an MAOI. Do not use this medication if you are allergic to duloxetine, or if you have untreated or uncontrolled glacoma Before taking Cymbalta, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have: liver or kidney disease; seizures or epilepsy; a bleeding or blood clotting disorder; glaucoma; bipolar disorder (manic depression); or a history of drug abuse or suicidal thoughts. If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take Cymbalta. You may have thoughts about suicide when you first start taking an antidepressant, especially if you are younger than 24 years old. Tell your doctor if you have worsening symptoms of depression or suicidal thoughts during the first several weeks of treatment, or whenever your dose is changed. Your family or other caregivers should also be alert to changes in your mood or symptoms. Your doctor will need to check you at regular visits for at least the first 12 weeks of treatment. FDA pregnancy category C. Cymbalta may be harmful to an unborn baby, and may cause problems in a newborn baby if the mother takes the medication late in pregnancy (during the third trimester). Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Cymbalta can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this medication. Do not give Cymbalta to anyone younger than 18 years old without the advice of a doctor

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No... it's not an official side effect. However it shouldn't be mixed with blood thinners and new side-effects are still being reported. I have been on Cymbalta for a few years (shortly after it came out) and the known side effects then (2005) was a much shorter list than it is today. I've had problems with stomach bleeding from taking it with ibuprofen as well as syncope due from severe hypotension(low blood pressure) because of the cymbalta. Also, the higher the dose, the more pronounced the side effects are. I am prescribed the highest dose (120mg daily) but I typically only take 60-90mg.

I have been using Molipaxin 50 g for just over a week and I seem to have gained 7 pounds.

Is this a normal side effect?

Yes! Orthopedic doctors prescribe these together fairly often. One is a muscle relaxant that helps with spasms and the other is an anti-inflammatory. I use them myself as I have compressed vertebrae with resulting herniated/bulging discs in both my lower back and neck. With anything though, check with your doctor especially if you are taking any other medications. I've found drugs.com to be really handy for determining drug interactions and such.

Mayb

Do you mean Quick Slim the "magic" fat-burning cream? There is no way that cream can affect fat inside your body, so this does not work at all.

Or did you mean SlimQuick, the weight loss pill. This is mostly caffeine with some vitamins in it. You can take it with Cymbalta, but remember all that caffeine is going to make you jittery and nervous.

Yes. I am on 60mg cymbalta and 1-2mg Klonopin daily. I have no adverse reactions and in fact, my anxiety is at an all time low, no panic attacks, and I'm no longer depressed. This combo works wonders for me!

My neurologist prescribed both Tegretol and Topamax at the same time to prevent my debilitating headaches along with Effexor. It wasn't intentional, but we were adding medications, and planning to slowly discontinue the other later. Neither Topamax alone nor Tegretol alone had any benefit for relieving my horrible headaches. 8 day headaches that were constant and ruining my life. When I take both drugs together, along with the Effexor (I'm not sure I have to keep taking the Effexor, but I and my doctors don't want to change everything around too quickly.) Anyway, I appear to have no negative side effects from combining Tegretol and Topamax. Both certainly make my sleepy and I need more sleep than most people, but I have my life back, in that my waking hours are now happy and almost fully pain-free!! A complete blessing. Even my doctor doesn't understand it.

Yes, Cymbalta is a tricyclic antidepressant which treats generalized anxiety disorder, fibromyalgia, chronic pain and peripheral diabetic neuropathy pain. People with depression can also benefit from Cymbalta. It can cause a variety of conditions, including depression or anxiety. Cymbalta works by blocking the reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine, which can help re-balance these chemical levels.

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