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| 1 | depression / RA | My family thinks I'm crazy this drug has made me have survere mood swings and I'm angery all the time. Thoughts of killing myself. I can't remember anything not even how to spell simple words. It did help the fibro pain but at what cost. I would not recommend this medicine for anyone. Seek medical attention if you are taking this drug and feel just out of sorts, this coud be just the beginning of your problems. I thought I was beginning to have demenetia. | F | 57 | 13 months | 1/11/2010 | 5 | Anxiety/Depression | The side effects I have experienced in my first week on Cymbalta are dry mouth, constipation, and lack of appetite. | I was given Reglan and Benadryl six months ago in the emergency room for a migraine that had been ongoing for three days. In a matter of seconds, I became so anxious that I wanted to leap out of the hospital bed and run out of the ER. I told the nurse and she said that was a "normal" reaction. It was so severe I couldn't hold my head still for the CT Scan. Within a few days of leaving the hospital I began having panic attacks, which is extremely uncharacteristic for me. The panic attacks led to a truly debilitating depression, which is the polar opposite of my personality. Since then I've learned that the Reglan could have been the culprit and I have tried Xanax, Lexapro, Buspar, Trazodone, Prozak, Metoprolol, Ambien, and now Cymbalta. The Cymbalta in the morning (30 mg) and Trazodone at night (50 mg) were a miracle combo that have returned me from an absolutely horrible dark depression. I blame the Reglan for putting me there, and after many trials, I praise the Cymbalta for giving me my life back. | F | 36 | 7 days | 1/8/2010 | 3 | depression | nausea, dizziness, headache | This is my first day on Cymbalta, and after feeling nauseous and dizzy I am afraid to continue. The weird thing is that about four hours after taking it I felt calm and happier.....but still sick. I don't even know if it was because of the medicine. | F | 44 | 1 days | 1/8/2010 | 3 | depression,anxiety | Nausea, constipation, insomnia at 60 mg. | I would like to hear from others. I slept fine at 20 and 40 mg. Doctor said that 60 mg is the optimal dose but I think it is too much for me becasue I am waking up several times a night. Anyone have experiences at 40 and 60 mg regarding insomnia? | F | 46 | 1 months | 1/7/2010 | 2 | Depression and Anxiety | dry mouth, extreme thirst, loss of interest in sex, inability to climax during sex, unable to concentrate, short term memory loss, pins/needles in hands, severe headaches that would last for days | I was put on Cymbalta to aid in depression and anxiety. After one more of taking the Rx I found that I had a feeling increased anxiety and saddness with no reason for it. My Rx was increased and after 4 more weeks, (approximately 2 months) taking the medication I had been categorized as SEVERELY depressed. I became very withdrawn, aggitated and angry. Therapy was introduced and at 3 months of taking the medication I started feeling so anxious, aggitated and upset that I started having uncontrollable lash outs where I felt like I needed to hurt myself to make myself. These feelings began to become more frequent and more intense and very impulsive. Because I feel like my condition has worsened I stopped taking the medication. My doctor has since introduced Ativan and Colonepine while coming off of the medication. In addition to these symptoms, I have had a decrease in energy, hypoglycemia has started and there has been 17 lbs. added to my weight despite the fact there has not been an increase in caloric intact. I have been off the medication for 12 days now and am starting to feel better and having substantially decreased symptoms. fter close to 4 mon | F | 34 | 3 months | 1/6/2010 | 1 | Back Pain, Depression | Cymbalta has the same adverse side effects of the other SSRI medications and then some. In fact, because of Cymbalta’s adverse emotional reactions, the inherent inability to get an erection or orgasm that is more the norm in other SSRI medications appears to be even worse with this one. If that weren’t enough, it increases anxiety and thus has less value as an anti-depressant. Yet what was even more profound, I found that I was in a state of emotional upset at all times but wasn’t aware of it until I stopped the medication 6 days ago. Bizarre sensations of profound guilt and regret about incidents from the past (childhood to adult), were constantly re-lived and extremely inflated to say the least. I found myself on the verge of tears at all times. To add to the constant emotional upset, I can now attribute Cymbalta to frustrating memory lapses and a dramatic compromise in my cognitive abilities which I had mistakenly blamed on my pain medication. This drug caused me t | I have severe and chronic lower back pain with Fibromyalgia which resulted in my developing depression. Consequently, I was placed on anti-depressants to counteract the side effects of pain medication, and also because the constant pain sucked the life out of me. Initially I was on Effexor (YIKES!), but had to stop this drug after only a few days. Subsequently I was placed on Zoloft for several years, then Celexa for several more, and finally Cymbalta in an effort to decrease the SSRI side effects the first two medications had. Each time I switched drugs I had to stop completely to start the other. I had no adverse withdrawal side effects from either Zoloft or Celexa; however Cymbalta was a different story. I had tried several times before to quit Cymbalta but because of the extreme withdrawal side effects, I was forced to stay on it. The evidence for me is irrefutable; Cymbalta has absolutely no redeeming value when compared to any other type of SSRI anti-depressant. In Fact, I believe it should either be removed from the market or be deemed a controlled substance, not because patients would be inclined to abuse this drug, but that physicians are in an effort to improve mood and block pain without having to dispense pain medication. Even the most innocuous of prescribed pain medication has vastly more therapeutic value, simply because Cymbalta has none. DO NOT TAKE THIS DRUG, IT IS DANGEROUS. Cymbalta is a living nightmare, avoid it. | M | 42 | 14 months | 1/6/2010 | 1 | Pain, Fibromyalgia, Depression | A plethora, (especially libido suppression none of which were therapeutic. It did nothing for anxiety, and it tended to make me much more emotional than was appropriate at any given time. Also, I cannot really tell if it had a better effect on depression. The withdrawal side effects are absolutely mind boggling and I don’t believe most physicians are aware of the extreme dizziness, mood swings, etc. that correspond with cessation from this drug. If they did they would think twice about dispensing it. | I was taking Zoloft and switched because it allegedly was supposed to help with pain and have fewer side effects than Zoloft. However, the pain didn’t decrease at all and the side effects were just as profound as with any other SSRI. I realize it has been a Godsend to others, however, I wonder if these people had tried other SSRI’s first in conjunction with other forms of pain management (even the mildest of prescription pain-killers like Ultram would be a much more effective choice). I wish I hadn’t started this medication, and I also believe that the representative from the manufacturer didn’t convey the real truth about this drug to my physician. I tried to go off this drug several times; however I am a technician and could not afford to make even the smallest error. I am now taking several months off from work, (thanks to this drug) and I’m taking advantage of this time to quit this abhorrent “Medication”. I have spoken with several people who have taken MOA anti-depressants for years, and who (briefly) switched to this drug only to find it much less effective and with intolerable side effects then they were used to. Be very careful with this drug, and consider other options for pain management, and/or depression first, it’s not worth it. Personally, I believe the sole purpose of this drug is to generate money for the manufacturer, and that because of its side effects and lack of effectiveness it’s not as expensive as | M | 52 | 3 years | 1/5/2010 | 2 | depression, anxiety | inability to orgasm, dry mouth, weird yawning, jaw trembling, mild weight gain, increased migraines, crying at the drop of a hat, tired after taking pills, mild constipation, very dark stool | i'm taking 60mg in addition to 300mg of Welbutrin. Several of the symptoms (jaw trembling, yawing, and crying) have diminished somewhat, while others have gotten worse. I have been unable to maintain and erection or achieve orgasm with my partner which has increased my level of anxiety. Thankfully he is in the medical profession and completely understands. The weird yawning and jaw trembling was intense in the beginning and was VERY reminiscent of taking Ecstasy pills back in my 20s. I've also put on about 10 pounds. I'm going to ask my doctor to take me off of Cymbalta at my next appointment. | M | 39 | 2 months | 1/2/2010 | 1 | fibromyalgia pain | There is not enough room on this web site to describe the side effects or how dreadful this drug can be for those that do not have a severe depressive disorder or anxiety for which it was developed. To press the boundaries and sell more drugs they have broadened the category of illness that cymbalata helps. Read the one and two stars for side effects plus do some research and you will use this drug with caution. | The first 6 months I took this drug I got a great deal of relief from the FM pain. I slept better and felt better. After 6 months I had to increase the dosage to 60 mg to get the same benefit...but then the dreaded side effects kicked in. The weight gain, crazy thinking, memory loss, concentration problems, loss of libido, pain coming back like I was on fire, and on and on. I did not get suicidal but I sure had anger issues that were like a personality change. In fact looking back on those two years I was a different and not entirely likable me. The other thing to know about SSRIs is that you cannot just stop them or the side effects are mind numbing like spacial disorientation, dizziness, vertigo, nausia, blurred vision, pain. It took me 1 full year and two times to get off this dreadful drug. I had to keep going back on the 30 mg just to let my system calm down from the withdrawal. There is something called SSRI withdrawal syndrome. Look it up and you may think twice about this drug or if you want to come off of it know that for every year you have been on it you need about half that time to come off it. Better yet try something else although I do understand that those with severe depression and anxiey have some major brain biochemistry challenges that only a major dangerous drug like this will help. My sympathies are with you if you have to take this drug and realize several years into it that you have to keep increasing it or you start to experience side effects | F | 60 | 2 years | 1/2/2010 | 2 | Depression | decreased libido | increased depression | F | 37 | 7 days | 1/1/2010 | 5 | Depression,Anxiety,Fibromyalgia | Feeling tired | I have tried cymbalta before but stopped it b/c I was in a relationship and I was unable to orgasm during sex. I am now out of my 2nd serious relationship of my life and was having a breakdown. I was shaking, not eating, took 2 weeks off work, was nauseated, and unable to get out of bed or function. Cymbalta in my system for 2 weeks gave me the energy I needed to function again, reduced my anxiety, stopped the shaking, and greatly reduced muscle pain. The depression has decreased. | F | 35 | 6 weeks | 12/31/2009 | 5 | depression | ringing in my ears, no libido (but is that my age?) | I am very happy with Cymbalta. It has given me the least side effects of all meds I've tried; Welbutrin, Lexapro, Celexa, and Zoloft. This was the first Christmas is many years that I welcomed. I have pleanty of energy, creativity, I can laugh, I can cry. I take 60 mg, and it's a comfortable amount. I would like to cut back to 30 to see if the ear ringing subsides, but am feeling so good I hesitate to rock the boat. | F | 56 | 8 months | 12/30/2009 | 4 | Depression, Suicidal Thoughts, Anxi | heart palpitations, decreased libido, dizziness, tremors | I was originally taking 20mg Celexa for depression due to my Divorce and other life issues, and that didn't seem to be doing much. I used to take Lexapro (10mg), and I grew an tolerance to it. So my doctor switched me to Cymbalta (30mg) with an order to continue to take the Celexa for a week then start taking the 60mg capsules of Cymbalta. After only three days of taking the drug, my mood instantly improved. It's worth the side effects, but I don't feel anxious or depressed as often. A good thing for me, especially after just being left behind and accused of so many things. | F | 21 | 3 days | 12/30/2009 | 5 | Depression/PostPartum Depression | The only side-effects are when I tried to come off or miss a pill: SEVERE headache with nausea/vomiting | worked very well and started working much quicker than other med did after first pregnancy. My only concern is that it is so hard to come off of, I've tried several times with no luck. | F | 30 | 5.5 years | 12/29/2009 | 4 | fibromyalgia/CFS/depression | weight gain, sweating, tiredness, lack of emotion. | At first I was amazed about the feeling of quality of life once again. It was wonderful with my worst pain and depression. But I was still having issues with so tired and falling asleep even driving. I hated the zombie feeling it gave me. I wouldn't even cry hardly at all with the saddest situations. I was taking it along with other meds: flexeril at night for sleep, tramadol for a kick in the mornings and for pain, lyrica for fibro and nerve pain. I'm trying to get off of all my medicines. It's not easy. I've taken some of them for 6 or 7 years. | F | 47 | 14 months | 12/27/2009 | 4 | MAJOR depression, suicide attempt. | Constipation (1200 mg calcium gel caps is a remedy), the first day I experience,d 1 or 2 hrs of nausea first day only, dizziness has been eliminated by taking the 60 mgs at night !! 1 brain zapper after 10 months during a migraine headache which was a very sharp pain that radiated from my head and downmy back that was shocking and lasted a total of maybe 1 second. | I have relief from major depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts are becoming fewer, I also take 200 mg of zoloft which I find to be less affective compared to cymbalta. Yesterday, Christmas day began with a crying episode that I could NOT shake for several hours that included hopelessness in a major way. I was Determined NOT to remain depressed so I first tried 1/2mg ativan followed by an additional dose of 60 mg of cymbalta. Gradually over 3 hrs the heavy dark shroud of miserable depression began to fall away. It has been over 24 hrs. NO DEPRESSION. This was my miracle on Christmas day. Uncertain about night and day sweats as that has been around for a decade due to menopause and a total hysterectomy. I sleep at night, no nightmares and my dreams are , REALLY VIVID as I am a VISUAL ARTIST. I do wake up refreshed. A few times I have experienced theo peripheral shadows, 1 second, then gone but I now realize what they are and they no longer scare the hell out of me. I will accept the annoying side affects if cymbalta continues to keep the grim reaper, depression and anxiety, OUT of lifejourney. I look forward to each step where scientists take one further towards a better life for those who suffer. Hopefully this forum of exchange will be a step forward in reaching the cure all miracle drug. In the mean time take advantage of the progress that have been made. Blessings to all of you who still suffer. Oh, sex life; try a roller coaster ride to work you up to it . | F | 60 | 300 days | 12/27/2009 | 3 | Major depression/bi-polar type II | A complete indifference towards sex, inability to get an erection, severe pain in my right jaw, headache, nausea, an odd gag reflex when I yawned, insomnia, feeling of being "strung out". | Cymbalta did what I needed it to, for the most part-it gave me concentration, the ability to stay awake, and improved my mood greatly. However, the side effects were too severe; I was taking 30mg. I could not endure the total impotence and feared a permanent sexual effect, and I never once felt sleepy while on the medicine. I also just felt...weird. | M | 19 | 7 days | 12/27/2009 | 5 | Major Depressive, Bipolar, Anxiety | Muscle Aches/Spasms, Fatigue, Acute Insomnia, Mild Constipation, Increased Libido, Yawning, Severe Nausea and lightheadedness (if taken without food), Decreased Appetite, Weight Loss, Mild Dizziness and Vision issues, and initial diarrhea | This has honestly and seriously been a mircale drug for me, my side effects have all been very mild to almost non existant other than the yawning and fatigue, but though my body feels tired I can finally get up and motivate myself to do housework or anything that I used to find so demanding and draining. I am finally happy and no longer have suicidal thoughts or urges. I have lost weight and feel good about myself and abilities. I can socialize withou have panic attacks. I LOVE IT. And I'm only taking 60mg. It's fantastic. | F | 20 | 4 years | 12/23/2009 | 4 | Fibromyalgia/Chronic Fatigue | Dry mouth, sleepiness 1-2 hours after taking. | I would like to commment that everyone is effected differently, by different medications. It doesn't mean they should be taken off the market. I started out taking Amitriptyline, which has been on the market since the 1950's and is used to treat a multitude of different diagnoses. I had a terrible time with it- morose, deep depression, etc. I started Cymbalta 15 days ago and have noticied an increase in energy, better sleep at night, and so far minimal help with my fibrolyalgia. I am only on 30mg at bedtime and would like to increase eventually because I have noticied a slight increase in my mood, energy level, and sleep. No terrible side effects so far. Some meds will not work for you, period, just have to find the right one, or combination. Cymbalta has helped me so far, looking forward to being on it longer and getting better. | F | 28 | 15 days | 12/22/2009 | 5 | Fibromalgya/Scholiosis/back problem | I, think cymbalta is a real good medicine. But maybe will not work the same for everybody. In my case, i have been taking cymbalta for almost one year, i suffer from scholiosis that become in a hard fibromalgya pain. I have been feeling almost completely relieved from the pain i suffer during more than 5 years. I couldn't walk well, carryng my babies and I suffer from pain 24 hours per day, i wanted to die, since i begin taking cymbalta i have improve my quality of life, i feel almost normal. But i worried about side effects. My doctor prescribe to take 60 mg daily until 1 year, however i didn't follow up, the first 3 months i take daily, then 3 or days per week, now just maybe 1 or twice per week, (depending on how i feel), i feel better and better, and what i think is the side effects just appears when you take it daily. I just take when i need and i have been doing that for one year. Right now i feel great, and i have recover my life. During five years i taked a lot of drugs, a | F | 32 | 10 months | 12/18/2009 |