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Fibromyalgia Pain + Cymbalta

Fibromyalgia | Last Active: Jun 14, 2023 | Replies (26)
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I took Gabapentin for back pain and had very serious weight gain. I am just now getting back to a reasonable weight after a year of hard work and diet. Losing weight at 74 is hard. My doctor now wants to put me on Cymbalta but I am terrified of weight gain again.

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Jun 11, 2023

I found that Cymbalta (duloxetine) works well for me, but only when combined with a stretching and walking regimen. I have been using it for almost 3 years and maintained my weight. But I find if I revert to my "couch potato" self, the pain and aches come roaring back, so it isn't helpful by itself. Since you have spent a year getting weight off, you probably already have a good exercise program, so if you continue, maybe you'll be okay.
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cnill | @newyorknill | Jun 13, 2023

i have been on 900mg of Gabapentin for over 5 years now with no weight gain.

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