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Hello. I'm On 120 Mg Cymbalta Daily. I've Been On

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Posted on Sat, 11 May 2019
Question: Hello. I'm on 120 mg Cymbalta daily. I've been on this medication since 2015, first for increasing the pain threshold for my conditions that cause chronic pain. Afterwards, also for bad depression. I don't feel that this medication is helping me so much anymore and also it's making my brain all fuzzy and forgetful. I've been off work since last summer, but now I have to contemplate returning back. And I need a clear mind for that. How would you suggest I taper off this medication, to avoid bad side-effects? Thank you.
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
I recommend to reduce the dose to 30 mg every two weeks.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Cymbalta is a very common medication to treat depression.

It is not recommended to stop Cymbalta immediately.

It can cause withdrawal symptoms when treatment is stopped.

The dose should be lowered gradually.

I see that you are already taking the maximum dose of Cymbalta.

I recommend to reduce the dose to 30 mg every two weeks.

I also recommend to follow up with your general physician in case of any withdrawal symptoms.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Hello. I'm On 120 Mg Cymbalta Daily. I've Been On

Brief Answer: I recommend to reduce the dose to 30 mg every two weeks. Detailed Answer: Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Cymbalta is a very common medication to treat depression. It is not recommended to stop Cymbalta immediately. It can cause withdrawal symptoms when treatment is stopped. The dose should be lowered gradually. I see that you are already taking the maximum dose of Cymbalta. I recommend to reduce the dose to 30 mg every two weeks. I also recommend to follow up with your general physician in case of any withdrawal symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.