Do not take duloxetine within 5 days before or 14 days after you have used an MAO inhibitor, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine
Duloxetine oral capsules have a boxed warning
Side effects explained Warnings What to ask your doctor Q&A Cymbalta (duloxetine) is a prescription drug that’s used to treat certain conditions, including
Severe skin reactions and urinary retention have also been
But nearly 3 months later cymbalta free and feeling human and in control again
fibromyalgia chronic musculoskeletal pain pain caused by diabetic neuropathy (a type of nerve damage) It’s also approved to treat the following conditions in children: generalized anxiety disorder Children 7 years of age and older—At first, 30 mg once a day for 2 weeks before increasing the dose to 60 mg once a day
It's also used to treat nerve pain, such as fibromyalgia, and can be used to treat stress urinary incontinence in women
Sexual dysfunction (decreased sex drive and delayed orgasm and ejaculation)
Like anything that messes with the chemicals in your brain, be cautious
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking duloxetine:
Duloxetine is also used to treat fibromyalgia (muscle pain and stiffness) and chronic (long-lasting) pain that is related to muscles and bones
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases
Angle-closure glaucoma
When prescribed for depression or anxiety, Cymbalta is often administered to a target dose of 60 milligrams (mg) per day
There are also more severe side effects that can occur, like a lack of interest in sex or trouble achieving an orgasm
If you are between the ages of 18 and 60, take no other medication or have no other medical conditions, side effects you are more likely to experience include: Drowsiness, insomnia, nausea, headache, dry mouth, constipation, and
When switching from another antidepressant to Cymbalta your healthcare provider may want to lower the dose of the initial antidepressant first to potentially avoid side effects
Maximum dose: 60 mg/day; doses up to 120 mg/day were studied in clinical trials but did not confer any additional benefit
Cymbalta is an antidepressant that can cause side effects such as nausea, constipation, and drowsiness
Some people who take it describe feeling “more grounded” and in control of their emotions
Side effects
increased anxiety