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Cymbalta

Duloxetine Hydrochloride

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3.5  Effectiveness
6.6  Side Effects
4.9  Holistic Benefits
RateADrug users have reported 13 side effects and 4 holistic benefits for this medication.
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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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Effexor XR 6.85 6.61 5.46 27 Get Info
Prozac 6.24 6.02 4.5 25 Get Info
Lexapro 5.64 6.13 3.62 28 Get Info
Cymbalta 4.76 5.19 5.54 29 Get Info
Pristiq 3.06 4.51 5.93 32 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% 36.8% 31.6% 18.4% 0%
Balance/Equilibrium 13.9% 38.9% 41.7% 2.8% 2.8%
Blood Pressure 20% 17.1% 54.3% 8.6% 0%
Breathing 2.9% 17.6% 55.9% 20.6% 2.9%
Confidence 14.3% 7.1% 19% 40.5% 19%
Coordination/Motor Skills 18.4% 18.4% 39.5% 18.4% 5.3%
Digestion 16.1% 35.5% 48.4% 0% 0%
Emotional Well-being 17% 19.1% 4.3% 31.9% 27.7%
Energy 22.7% 25% 15.9% 29.5% 6.8%
Eyesight 14.3% 31.4% 51.4% 2.9% 0%
Memory 29.7% 27% 21.6% 5.4% 16.2%
Mental Clarity 25.6% 23.1% 12.8% 20.5% 17.9%
Pain 2.9% 11.4% 51.4% 34.3% 0%
Patience 23.1% 17.9% 10.3% 35.9% 12.8%
Sexual Health 35% 12.5% 35% 15% 2.5%
Skin Complexion 10% 13.3% 76.7% 0% 0%
Sleep 17.4% 26.1% 17.4% 37% 2.2%
Stress Level 18.4% 13.2% 13.2% 26.3% 28.9%
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Commonly Reported Side Effects Ratings
RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Abdominal Cramping 72.2% 16.7% 0% 11.1% 0%
Allergic Reaction 92.9% 0% 3.6% 0% 3.6%
Anxiety 46.7% 23.3% 10% 6.7% 13.3%
Appetite Loss 33.3% 33.3% 33.3% 0% 0%
Bleeding 83.3% 0% 16.7% 0% 0%
Blurred Vision 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Change in Libido / Sex Drive 26.5% 14.7% 17.6% 14.7% 26.5%
Change in Weight 66.7% 0% 0% 33.3% 0%
Confusion 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Constipation 31.4% 22.9% 25.7% 14.3% 5.7%
Depression 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Diarrhea 80% 6.7% 3.3% 0% 10%
Difficulty Urinating 83.3% 5.6% 0% 11.1% 0%
Dizziness 27% 29.7% 18.9% 5.4% 18.9%
Drowsiness 26.7% 20% 0% 20% 33.3%
Dry Mouth 36.8% 34.2% 13.2% 7.9% 7.9%
Erectile Dysfunction 71.4% 28.6% 0% 0% 0%
Fatigue 30% 17.5% 15% 17.5% 20%
Headache 37.8% 13.5% 24.3% 8.1% 16.2%
High Blood Pressure 57.1% 0% 0% 14.3% 28.6%
Insomnia 32.4% 21.6% 13.5% 16.2% 16.2%
Irregular Heartbeat 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Irritability / Impatience 33.3% 27.8% 5.6% 0% 33.3%
Mood Swings 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Muscle Cramping 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Nausea 44.4% 22.2% 11.1% 5.6% 16.7%
Relaxed / Calming Sensation 28.6% 28.6% 28.6% 0% 14.3%
Sensitivity to Light 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Sexual Dysfunction 28.6% 28.6% 14.3% 14.3% 14.3%
Stomach Ache 0% 0% 0% 100% 0%
Sweating 15.4% 30.8% 15.4% 23.1% 15.4%
Swelling 66.7% 0% 16.7% 0% 16.7%
Tremors 66.7% 33.3% 0% 0% 0%
Vomiting 42.9% 14.3% 28.6% 0% 14.3%
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Other Possible Side Effects Ratings
RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Acne 57.1% 14.3% 14.3% 0% 14.3%
Aggressive / Impulsive Behavior 33.3% 22.2% 0% 11.1% 33.3%
Alcohol cravings 88.9% 0% 0% 0% 11.1%
Amnesia / Memory Loss 28.6% 0% 0% 28.6% 42.9%
Blurred Vision 64% 12% 12% 4% 8%
Change in Libido / Sex Drive 0% 33.3% 0% 33.3% 33.3%
Change in Weight 33.3% 22.2% 25.9% 11.1% 7.4%
Confusion 28.6% 0% 28.6% 14.3% 28.6%
Coordination / Balance Problems 33.3% 33.3% 11.1% 0% 22.2%
Cough 83.3% 16.7% 0% 0% 0%
Depression 42.9% 0% 0% 14.3% 42.9%
Disorientation 25% 25% 25% 12.5% 12.5%
Double Vision 60% 0% 0% 0% 40%
Elevated Cholesterol Level 83.3% 0% 16.7% 0% 0%
Energy Loss 20% 20% 10% 30% 20%
Fainting 60% 0% 0% 20% 20%
Feelings of Anger / Rage 37.5% 12.5% 0% 0% 50%
Gas 66.7% 0% 33.3% 0% 0%
Hallucinations 50% 8.3% 16.7% 8.3% 16.7%
Impaired Thinking / Judgment 42.9% 28.6% 0% 0% 28.6%
Increased Depression 66.7% 11.1% 16.7% 5.6% 0%
Increased Urination 83.3% 0% 0% 16.7% 0%
Indigestion 42.9% 28.6% 0% 14.3% 14.3%
Irritability / Impatience 58.3% 16.7% 25% 0% 0%
Mouth Sores 66.7% 16.7% 16.7% 0% 0%
Nausea 50% 27.8% 0% 0% 22.2%
Rapid Heartbeat 50% 0% 50% 0% 0%
Relaxed / Calming Sensation 90% 0% 10% 0% 0%
Sexual Dysfunction 60% 30% 10% 0% 0%
Slow Reflexes 37.5% 37.5% 0% 0% 25%
Slurred Speech 60% 20% 0% 0% 20%
Suicidal Tendencies 64% 12% 16% 4% 4%
Sweating 0% 20% 20% 20% 40%
Tremors 23.1% 7.7% 30.8% 15.4% 23.1%
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Episodes since taking Cymbalta
Since taking Cymbalta Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:
Auto Accident 3.6%
Fall 9.1%
Hallucination 9.1%
Hospitalization 9.1%
Stroke 1.8%
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User Comments about Cymbalta
11 Mar 2010 Didn't do anything for my depression and Anxiety, but my severe migraines have just about disappeared, so that makes it worth to keep taking and I will ocntinue taking it as long as it helps my migraines as all other migraine medication didnt ever help.
   —Posted by Anonymous
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16 Feb 2010 When I began to use cymbalta I noticed dizziness, rapid heartbeat, increased bloodpressure, however fibro pain seemed quite improved as well as energy. Difficult to sleep. I deal with long term chronic pain (1980) fibro diagnosis, arthritis, lymphedema & lipidema. I wanted to "believe". Became Zombie like. Memory loss severe as well as cognitive abilities. Several side effects however nothing compared to when I went off of it in Nov 2009 after 5 yrs. Pure Hell! It's been 3 months and b/p is way down. Starting to feel emotions. Withdrawel unbelieveable. Blessed to have husband & family to stick with me. I could'nt stop crying fits for over two months. Don't start this drug. A hospital pharmacist told my daughter it can stay in your brain for months.
   —Posted by Anonymous
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16 Feb 2010 Cymbalta has been the best medication for my panic attacks and depression. I have tried Paxil, Lexapro, Effexor, and Pristiq before Cymbalta, and had to stop them all for one reason or another. Cymbalta has the best mix of efficacy and tolerability for me. Each person is different. Do not listen to reviews like these; you must try the drugs for yourself. Just because one person has a bad experience does not mean you will as well. Everyone seems to love Lexapro, but it didn't work at all for me. Cymbalta has changed my life.
   —Posted by Anonymous
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18 Jan 2010 good results with little side effect
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07 Jan 2010 I finished taking my last dose the day after christmas 2009. I felt fine until it was actually time to take the next scheduled dose. That is when my life had begun to change. I didn't realize how numb I felt until until a few days later. Since then I have been experiencing disorientation of where I am at and what I am doing, pain and pressure in my ears, my head feels like it is swimming, can't fully concentrate on what I am working on, not wanting to be around a lot of people, extreme nausea, eating till I couldn't eat anymore and the list goes on. I am really scared of all of this... I find that I am a happier person and want to do more... Much more than I could before. I do not feel depressed which is a really good thing... Now all I need is my energy back and I will have a licked. While I was on the cymbalta, I had absolutely no energy and I was extremely tired all the time. I find that I am difficult to deal with at times but I try to control it without pissing anyone off. I have read on the internet of what other people said that this drug is doing to them and it scares the crap out of me. Especially since, this was not mentioned when I was prescribed the medication. I am not even sure the doctors even know about this. I just want to feel normal again. I feel this has taken control of my life and I want the control back...
   —Posted by Anonymous
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16 Feb 2010 Everyone responds differently to medications. Cymbalta has done wonders for me, and is the most tolerable medicine I've ever taken. There are absolutely no lasting effects of Cymbalta once you stop taking it by the way. It sounds like you have some other issues causing these problems, not the medicine.
   —Posted by Anonymous



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