Cymbalta???

[Emilysgigi 3]

Anyone out there on Cymbalta? I have been taking Lexapro for awhile now, but unhappy with some of the side effects (fatigue, forgetfullness). My MD ordered Cymbalta, which I haven't started yet. I did a little research online and found there were also some awful side effects. So, I was just wanting to see if anyone was on the med and their experience (good or bad) with the med.

[baby ruth 1]

Crystal115, I've been taking 1/2 a tab, 5mg in addition to my wellbutrin since October. It gave me enough of a boost to get me out of a depression I was slipping into, usually the wellbutrin is enough and this is the first time I have ever been on anything in addition to that. Its been a major help and haven't had any side effects.

[munchkin392 1]

There are potentially bad side effects with all antidepressant medications. That being said, it is a very individual thing which one is going to work the best for you. My best friend and I both have been on nearly every different one-she loves Cymbalta and thinks it works the best for her, and I swear by Effexor. It just depends on your body. This probably didn't help much, but I just wanted to share my experiences. I believe any doctor would probably agree with this.

[gg88 0]

I started taking cymbalta about a year ago for increasing anxiety and I started to feel better within 3 days. I love it and it is working as well now as it did when I started it. All drugs have side effects, I was concerned about taking cymbalta too, but very glad I did. gg

[kyethra 0]

I adore my cymbalta. It does quite a bit for me-- takes away that depression, helps with pain oh so much, helps with sleep stuff too. Now that being said, I also want to say that whiel I have no side effects now, it was a bitch to get on/off and adjust in dose. It takes a while to adjust to. For me it was worth it-- your mileage may varry. Good luck!

[Emilysgigi 3]

Thanks for all of your input. I started the Cymbalta today. No side effects to complain of as of yet. Hopefully it stays that way.

[danikanderson 0]

I've been on several other meds and this one worked for me, no problems. I think they have to list all of the possible side effects even if they are very very rare.

Did anyone who is banded have a hard time swallowing this pill (mine is the capsule kind)? If I miss a dose or am late taking it I get dizzy/light headed.