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Cymbalta

Duloxetine Hydrochloride

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3.8  Effectiveness
6.7  Side Effects
5.3  Holistic Benefits

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The generic name of this medication is duloxetine and brand name is Cymbalta.
The active ingredients of this medication are Duloxetine, Serotonin/Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor and Antidepressant.
Cymbalta is manufactured by Eli Lilly and Company.
Mainly used to treat major depressive disorder and general anxiety disorder.
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Lexapro 6 6.33 3.56 37 Get Info
Prozac 5.85 5.96 4.5 48 Get Info
Cymbalta 4.76 5.27 5.57 38 Get Info
Pristiq 4.1 5.15 5.65 51 Get Info
Citalopram Hydrobromide 3.22 4.95 5.8 37 Get Info
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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being
Since taking Cymbalta, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:
Effect on:Much WorseWorseNo ChangeBetterMuch Better
Appetite 13.2% 30.2% 41.5% 15.1% 0%
Balance/Equilibrium 13.7% 31.4% 51% 2% 2%
Blood Pressure 14% 12% 68% 6% 0%
Breathing 2% 14.3% 67.3% 14.3% 2%
Confidence 10.5% 5.3% 26.3% 42.1% 15.8%
Coordination/Motor Skills 15.1% 18.9% 49.1% 13.2% 3.8%
Digestion 15.2% 28.3% 54.3% 2.2% 0%
Emotional Well-being 16.1% 14.5% 6.5% 35.5% 27.4%
Energy 18.6% 25.4% 18.6% 32.2% 5.1%
Eyesight 12% 24% 62% 2% 0%
Memory 23.1% 23.1% 32.7% 9.6% 11.5%
Mental Clarity 22.2% 18.5% 14.8% 29.6% 14.8%
Pain 2% 10% 62% 26% 0%
Patience 16.7% 16.7% 14.8% 40.7% 11.1%
Sexual Health 30.9% 18.2% 36.4% 12.7% 1.8%
Skin Complexion 6.7% 11.1% 82.2% 0% 0%
Sleep 14.8% 24.6% 21.3% 36.1% 3.3%
Stress Level 13.2% 13.2% 17% 34% 22.6%
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Commonly Reported Cymbalta Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Abdominal Pain 71.4% 21.4% 0% 7.1% 0%
Allergic Reaction 93% 0% 4.7% 0% 2.3%
Anxiety 47.7% 29.5% 9.1% 4.5% 9.1%
Appetite Loss 42.9% 28.6% 28.6% 0% 0%
Bleeding 85.7% 0% 14.3% 0% 0%
Blurred Vision 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Change in Sex Drive 32.7% 12.2% 18.4% 14.3% 22.4%
Change in Weight 42.9% 0% 0% 42.9% 14.3%
Confusion 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Constipation 36% 20% 24% 12% 8%
Depression 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Diarrhea 77.8% 8.9% 4.4% 0% 8.9%
Difficulty Urinating 85.7% 7.1% 0% 7.1% 0%
Dizziness 36.5% 26.9% 17.3% 5.8% 13.5%
Drowsiness 30% 20% 5% 15% 30%
Dry Mouth 32.1% 32.1% 17% 11.3% 7.5%
Erectile Dysfunction 88.2% 11.8% 0% 0% 0%
Fatigue 34.5% 18.2% 16.4% 14.5% 16.4%
Headache 44.2% 13.5% 23.1% 5.8% 13.5%
High Blood Pressure 62.5% 0% 0% 12.5% 25%
Insomnia 32.7% 19.2% 19.2% 13.5% 15.4%
Irregular Heartbeat 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Irritability / Impatience 43.8% 21.9% 9.4% 3.1% 21.9%
Mood Swings 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Muscle Cramping 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Nausea 60.6% 15.2% 6.1% 6.1% 12.1%
Relaxed / Calming Sensation 41.2% 29.4% 23.5% 0% 5.9%
Sensitivity to Light 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Sexual Dysfunction 52.9% 17.6% 11.8% 11.8% 5.9%
Stomach Ache 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Sweating 22.2% 22.2% 16.7% 16.7% 22.2%
Swelling 71.4% 0% 14.3% 0% 14.3%
Tremors 71.4% 28.6% 0% 0% 0%
Vomiting 50% 12.5% 25% 0% 12.5%
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Less Commonly Reported Cymbalta Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Acne 62.5% 12.5% 12.5% 0% 12.5%
Aggressive / Impulsive Behavior 53.8% 15.4% 0% 7.7% 23.1%
Alcohol cravings 83.3% 4.2% 4.2% 4.2% 4.2%
Amnesia / Memory Loss 45.5% 0% 9.1% 18.2% 27.3%
Anxiety 0% 100% 0% 0% 0%
Blurred Vision 69.2% 10.3% 10.3% 2.6% 7.7%
Change in Sex Drive 0% 33.3% 0% 33.3% 33.3%
Change in Weight 40.5% 21.6% 18.9% 13.5% 5.4%
Confusion 36.4% 0% 27.3% 9.1% 27.3%
Coordination / Balance Problems 38.5% 23.1% 7.7% 7.7% 23.1%
Cough 85.7% 14.3% 0% 0% 0%
Depression 63.6% 0% 0% 9.1% 27.3%
Disorientation 33.3% 16.7% 25% 8.3% 16.7%
Double Vision 55.6% 11.1% 0% 0% 33.3%
Elevated Cholesterol Level 85.7% 0% 14.3% 0% 0%
Energy Loss 28.6% 14.3% 7.1% 21.4% 28.6%
Fainting 77.8% 0% 0% 11.1% 11.1%
Feelings of Anger / Rage 50% 16.7% 0% 0% 33.3%
Gas 71.4% 0% 28.6% 0% 0%
Hallucinations 64.7% 5.9% 11.8% 5.9% 11.8%
Impaired Thinking / Judgment 45.5% 18.2% 0% 9.1% 27.3%
Increased Depression 64.3% 17.9% 14.3% 3.6% 0%
Increased Urination 85.7% 0% 0% 14.3% 0%
Indigestion 54.5% 18.2% 0% 9.1% 18.2%
Irritability / Impatience 58.3% 16.7% 25% 0% 0%
Mouth Sores 71.4% 14.3% 14.3% 0% 0%
Nausea 50% 27.8% 0% 0% 22.2%
Rapid Heartbeat 57.1% 0% 42.9% 0% 0%
Reduced Libido 76.9% 0% 7.7% 0% 15.4%
Relaxed / Calming Sensation 90% 0% 10% 0% 0%
Sexual Dysfunction 60% 30% 10% 0% 0%
Slow Reflexes 41.7% 25% 8.3% 0% 25%
Slurred Speech 66.7% 22.2% 0% 0% 11.1%
Suicidal Tendencies 69.4% 8.3% 13.9% 2.8% 5.6%
Sweating 0% 20% 20% 20% 40%
Tremors 28.6% 7.1% 28.6% 14.3% 21.4%
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Episodes since taking Cymbalta
Since taking Cymbalta Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:
Auto Accident 2.9%
Fall 10%
Hallucination 7.1%
Hospitalization 10%
Stroke 1.4%
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User Comments about Cymbalta
06 Jul 2010 Since I started to take Cymbalta I control my thoughts and reactions better then before.
   —Posted by Anonymous
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02 Jul 2010 My depression and anxiety are much better. I haven't gained any weight as with other antidepressants. When I get aggitated or angry at something I can't seem to remain calm. I can't seem to control myself too well in these situations. I'm going to discuss this at my next Dr's Visit.
   —Posted by Anonymous
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06 Jun 2010 I have been on it for about a year and a half and have found that it helps my fibromyalga although, I have heard from some people the side effects and it is not working for them
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23 May 2010 It made me so sick I couldnt get up and move around
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06 May 2010 I have been on cymbolta for years. I am tired of gaining weight and not being able to get rid of it. (no matter what I do) my friend told me her meds. made her metabolism slow down Cymbalta doesn't have a side effect of weight gain but I wondered since i have been on C for so long maybe it is effecting me. My sister went off C and she said the weight just dropped off her. I have never struggled with weight gain in my life. I hate it. I am scared of getting off c for all the hype I hear of how hard it is and my sister said it was hell. I don't know I don't know if there is another drug out there that can help me, cause I need something I'm mean, when I don't have my meds. I don't even like myself
   —Posted by she's crafty
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08 Jun 2010 I would talk to your doctor about Lexapro. I tried cymbalta for a few months and had really bad side effects. I did gain a few pounds but it wasnt very noticeable. The main problem I had was that it made me very lethargic and I could barely function on a day to day basis. I am taking Lexapro now and I love it. I have had no side effects whatsoever and if anything it has curbed my appetite.
   —Posted by jturner



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