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What was your experience with duloxetine (US Brand Name; Cymbalta)?
Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Mar 24, 2023 | Replies (86)Comment receiving replies
I was tried on Cymbalta several years ago and had a severe reaction to it. I could not balance sitting or standing nor could I look into the distance without toppling over. I developed a disabling headache within 15 minutes of taking the first dose but continued taking it for three days before being able to reach my primary care doctor. It took several days for the symptoms to subside but they did. I hope those taking it don't have the same experience I did.
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@d13, My neurologist put me on Cymbalta a few months ago for neuropathy along with the gabapentin that I was already on. I had a similar reaction as @duckee. I was dizzy and felt sick but worse when I tried to lie down. It affected my balance, and was a miserable experience.
I hope it works better for you!