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Does Increased Dose Of Cymbalta Cause Marble Like Stools?
My bowel movements are shaped as marbles, I have never had this before, and it has been going on for a number of months. The only change I have had is I had a brain bleed a year ago, and now am taking pills for high blood pressure which I never done before, and increased my cymbalta to 60mg from 30mg.
Wed, 29 Mar 2023
Hi,
There is no direct indication that an increased dose of Cymbalta, or duloxetine, can cause marble-like stools. However, duloxetine can cause gastrointestinal side effects, such as constipation or diarrhea, which may affect the consistency of bowel movements. It is important to talk to your healthcare provider about any changes in bowel habits, as this may be a sign of an underlying medical condition or a side effect of medication.
It is also possible that the change in bowel habits may be related to other factors, such as changes in diet or the use of other medications, including those for high blood pressure. Again, it is important to discuss any changes in medication with your healthcare provider to ensure that they are safe and effective for you.
If you experience any other symptoms, such as abdominal pain, cramping, or rectal bleeding, it is important to seek medical attention right away, as these may be signs of a more serious underlying condition.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
There is no direct indication that an increased dose of Cymbalta, or duloxetine, can cause marble-like stools. However, duloxetine can cause gastrointestinal side effects, such as constipation or diarrhea, which may affect the consistency of bowel movements. It is important to talk to your healthcare provider about any changes in bowel habits, as this may be a sign of an underlying medical condition or a side effect of medication.
It is also possible that the change in bowel habits may be related to other factors, such as changes in diet or the use of other medications, including those for high blood pressure. Again, it is important to discuss any changes in medication with your healthcare provider to ensure that they are safe and effective for you.
If you experience any other symptoms, such as abdominal pain, cramping, or rectal bleeding, it is important to seek medical attention right away, as these may be signs of a more serious underlying condition.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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