Cymbalta

A selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SSNRI) called Cymbalta (duloxetine) is used to treat nerve pain, anxiety, fibromyalgia, and depression. It is possible to buy generic Cymbalta.
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Side effects of Cymbalta include

nausea,

oral sludge,

constipation,

decrease in appetite,

tiredness,

drowsiness,

increased perspiration

the inability to urinate or urinary hesitancy,

decreased libido (sexual drive). Weight gain is another side effect of Cymbalta. It is best to take Cymbalta with food. Other medications, including prescription and over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and herbal products, may interact with duloxetine. Inform your doctor about all of your current medications as well as any new or discontinued ones. If you have high blood pressure, let your doctor know before taking Cymbalta.

Dosages of Cymbalta

Forms and strengths of dosage for adults and children

delayed release capsule

20mg

30mg

60mg

solution

20mg/mL

There may be drug interactions with Cymbalta. If taken along with specific medications, Cymbalta may result in the serious condition known as serotonin syndrome. Agitation, hallucinations, fever, sweating, shivering, rapid heartbeat, muscle stiffness, twitching, loss of coordination, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea are all signs of serotonin syndrome. If you are also taking an MAO inhibitor, you should avoid taking Cymbalta. If you have uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma or are receiving treatment with methylene blue, you shouldn't take Cymbalta. Children under the age of 18 should not be given Cymbalta. You shouldn't take Cymbalta while pregnant unless your doctor has instructed you to. Since Cymbalta is excreted in breast milk, it may

Uses

Children under the age of 18 should not be given Cymbalta. You shouldn't take Cymbalta while pregnant unless your doctor has instructed you to. Cymbalta enters breast milk and could be harmful to a nursing infant. Cymbalta should not be taken while nursing a baby.

The side effects of Cymbalta, particularly low blood pressure, drowsiness, and dizziness when standing up, may be more noticeable in older adults. The risk of falling can rise as a result of these side effects.

Duloxetine allergies or the following conditions should prevent you from taking Cymbalta:

glaucoma with a narrow angle;

recent (within the last two weeks) history of a heart attack;
or if you are receiving methylene blue injection therapy. If taken along with specific medications, Cymbalta may result in the serious condition known as serotonin syndrome. Agitation, hallucinations, fever, sweating, shivering, rapid heartbeat, muscle stiffness, twitching, loss of coordination, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea are all signs of serotonin syndrome. If you are also taking an MAO inhibitor, you should avoid taking Cymbalta. There may be drug interactions with Cymbalta. Tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure because Cymbalta may cause it to rise. It is best to take Cymbalta with food.