Thanks so much for reaching out. I’m doing very well with decreasing the name brand Cymbalta but I only have enough capsules for about two weeks. I don’t mind the bead counting. I’ve tried to find out if there is a generic brand that may not send me over-the-edge. I can’t get any feedback from anyone, in multiple groups, with suggestions. I didn’t know about the name brand discontinuation until recently. I would have started this process a year ago if I had known. I’m terrified to switch back to the generic because it was like I had taken nothing. AND, you are right…this medication should have never been marketed. Furthermore, when so many patients have reported the adverse effects, Lily should have been forced to continue producing. At the very least, patients, doctors , and pharmacies should have been notified directly.