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Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Feb 5, 2023 | Replies (38)Comment receiving replies
Kaptainkat: I read that you take Cymbalta with CBD oil as well as gabapentin. Dangerous! Your doctor should know better. CBD oil and gabapentin taken with Cymbalta can cause serotonin syndrome. And your liver can be seriously damaged. Serotonin syndrome is increasingly being seen from drug combinations that use the same enzyme for breakdown. But some doctors are not aware.
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Good point, @jip499.
@kaptainkat @karenann01 and others in this discussion. Use caution when taking multiple prescriptions and CBD or medical marijuana and supplements. Don't be fooled by thinking CBD and supplements are "natural".
A number of over-the-counter and prescription drugs may be associated with serotonin syndrome, especially antidepressants. Illicit drugs and dietary supplements also may be associated with the condition. Read more from Mayo Clinic here:
- Serotonin syndrome https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/serotonin-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20354758
If you have questions about drug, prescription and supplement interactions, don't forget that a pharmacist is a really useful member of your health team. They can provide more information about possible interactions.