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Suggest Treatment For Severe Depression While On Cymbalta

I have been on cymbalta for several years (120mg once a day). I ve gone down to 60mg. I was on Welbutrin before that but was switched because of pain (fibromyalgia?) I know the negative affects of going off cymbalta first hand. Is there a way to switch depression meds safely?
Mon, 27 May 2019
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Hello,

You have to first make sure whether you have gained complete relief from the depression you were suffering from. You should have the resolution to stop taking the anti depressants.

Understand that antidepressants should not be stopped all of a sudden, as it causes withdrawal symptoms, like muscle pain, fatigue, insomnia, anxiety, irritability, vivid dreams, mood swings, sweating, etc.

You will have to slowly keep tapering (take smaller dose) the dose of the medication. Since you have taken anti Depressants since years discontinuation may take a longer time.

Get connected to a doctor so that you may take medical aid in case of some serious side effects.

In the meantime, switch to a healthy lifestyle, take healthy food, stay away from stress, anxiety & addictions if any.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Depression While On Cymbalta

Hello, You have to first make sure whether you have gained complete relief from the depression you were suffering from. You should have the resolution to stop taking the anti depressants. Understand that antidepressants should not be stopped all of a sudden, as it causes withdrawal symptoms, like muscle pain, fatigue, insomnia, anxiety, irritability, vivid dreams, mood swings, sweating, etc. You will have to slowly keep tapering (take smaller dose) the dose of the medication. Since you have taken anti Depressants since years discontinuation may take a longer time. Get connected to a doctor so that you may take medical aid in case of some serious side effects. In the meantime, switch to a healthy lifestyle, take healthy food, stay away from stress, anxiety & addictions if any. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician