Hi,
Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.
Cymbalta (
duloxetine hydrochloride) is a selective serotonin and
norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SSNRI) for oral administration.The recommended dose for Cymbalta is 60 mg orally once daily.
Symptoms associated with discontinuation of Cymbalta have been reported. A gradual reduction in the dose rather than abrupt cessation is recommended whenever possible.
Following tapered discontinuation in placebo-controlled clinical trials, the following symptoms occurred at 1% or greater and at a significantly higher rate in duloxetine-treated patients compared to those discontinuing from placebo:
dizziness, headache, nausea, diarrhea,
paresthesia, irritability, vomiting, insomnia, anxiety,
hyperhidrosis, and fatigue.
Patients should be monitored for these symptoms when discontinuing treatment with Cymbalta.
If intolerable symptoms occur following a decrease in the dose or upon discontinuation of treatment, then resuming the previously prescribed dose may be considered. Subsequently, the physician may continue decreasing the dose but at a more gradual rate.
Regards
Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D.
Mumbai