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How To Wean Off Cymbalta?
I have RA and am presently taking methotrexate, Cymbalta, and cannabi & THC. Can you see any possible problems that might come up? I want to taper off the Cymbalta which I have been taking for arthritic pain for at least four years. When I was diagnosed with RA, methotrexate was added to the mix. How can I safely taper off the Cymbalta? YYYY@YYYY Thank you.
Thu, 28 Jun 2018
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Taking Cymbalta on a long term may make you suffer from Hypertension in future. If you are feeling better related to pain, under supervision of your doctor gradually taper the dose. Generally 20-30% dose reduction is advised based on the symptom profile upon reducing the dose.
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Taking Cymbalta on a long term may make you suffer from Hypertension in future. If you are feeling better related to pain, under supervision of your doctor gradually taper the dose. Generally 20-30% dose reduction is advised based on the symptom profile upon reducing the dose.
I hope I have answered to your query. Feel free to ask any further question.
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