Side effects
To learn more, consult your physician or pharmacist. Call a healthcare provider right away if you or your family member has any of the following symptoms, especially if they are new, worse, or worry you: thoughts about suicide or dying attempts to commit suicide new or worse depression new or worse anxiety feeling very agitated or restless panic attacks trouble sleeping (insomnia) new or worse irritability acting aggressive, being angry, or violent acting on dangerous impulses an extreme increase in activity and talking (mania) other unusual changes in behavior or mouth The most common side effects of Cymbalta are: nausea dry mouth sleepiness dizziness fatigue constipation decreased appetite increased sweating This is not a complete list of Cymbalta side effects. For medical guidance on side effects, contact your doctor. Call 1-800-FDA-1088 to contact the FDA and report side effects.
Interactions
Before ingesting a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), such as aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, Advil, Aleve, Motrin, and others, consult your doctor. Drug interactions with Cymbalta: more information Duloxetine can interact with a wide variety of medications. Not all possible interactions are listed here. Other medications you take may have their blood levels affected by some drugs, which could increase their side effects or reduce their efficacy. Utilizing a few medications at once is occasionally not advised. All other medications you take should be disclosed to your doctor. This covers both prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal products. You could easily bruise or bleed if you take an NSAID along with Cymbalta.
Contraindications
Drug interactions between antidepressants and other medications are possible. Other adverse effects can be caused by antidepressant medications. Within the first few months of treatment, some children, teenagers, and young adults taking antidepressant medications may experience an increase in suicidal thoughts or behaviors. Drugs called antidepressants are used to treat illnesses like depression. Call a healthcare provider right away if you or your family member has any of the following symptoms, especially if they are new, worse, or worry you: thoughts about suicide or dying attempts to commit suicide new or worse depression new or worse anxiety feeling very agitated or restless panic attacks trouble sleeping (insomnia) new or worse irritability acting aggressive, being angry, or violent acting on dangerous impulses an extreme increase in activity and talking (mania) other unusual changes in behavior or mood More important information about antidepressants: Never stop an antidepressant medicine without first talking to a healthcare provider. Between appointments, whenever necessary, give the doctor a call, especially if you have worries about your symptoms. Any new or unexpected changes in mood, behavior, thoughts, or feelings should be reported right away to the healthcare provider. Call your physician for advice on possible side effects. Sleepiness may result from taking Cymbalta. The most significant contributors to suicidal thoughts and deeds are depression and other severe mental illnesses. Before you know how Cymbalta affects you, avoid driving or using heavy equipment. Never start taking new medications without first consulting your healthcare provider. How can I watch for and try to prevent suicidal thoughts and actions in myself or a family member? It's crucial to go over all the risks associated with treating depression as well as the risks associated with not doing so. Keep a list of all your medications to show the doctor. Keep all follow-up visits with the healthcare provider as scheduled. Understand all of the medications you or a member of your family take. Not all antidepressants given to kids are FDA-approved for use in kids. Discussions about all available treatment options, not just the use of antidepressants, should be held between patients, their families, or other caregivers and the healthcare provider. Pay close attention to any adjustments in your mood, actions, thoughts, or feelings, especially any sudden ones. The likelihood of some individuals thinking or acting suicidally may be especially high. Stopping an antidepressant medicine suddenly can cause other symptoms. Talk to the healthcare provider about the side effects of the medicine prescribed for you or your family member. Talk to your child's healthcare provider for more information. These are not all of the potential side effects. These people include those who have bipolar disorder (also known as manic-depressive disorder) or have a history of suicidal thoughts or behavior. When an antidepressant is started or the dosage is changed, this is crucial.
Using Cymbalta concurrently with medication that increases serotonin — like St. John’s wort, SSRIs, tryptophan, or street drugs like MDMA — can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome. It is not known if Cymbalta can cause fetal harm during pregnancy. Some patients have experienced liver failure while taking Cymbalta. You should use caution when taking any SNRIs, including Cymbalta, and speak with your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, diabetes, seizures, bipolar disorder, low blood sodium levels, a history of stroke or high blood pressure, or a history of bleeding problems. Capsules should be swallowed whole with water or other liquids.
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These side effects can range from mild to severe and include any of the following: Dry mouth Nausea Muscle weakness Vomiting Constipation Tremor Loss of appetite Fatigue Low blood pressure Weight loss Excessive sweating Skin rash Lightheadedness Other, less common side effects include sexual dysfunction, colitis, and liver damage. The risk of experiencing these negative side effects is also increased when the drug is abused. Those that try to reduce their dose or stop taking Cymbalta altogether will start to experience uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms, which can cause some people to keep taking the drug despite wanting to quit. Drug abuse constitutes any situation in which the medication is used either without a prescription or not as explicitly prescribed. Some telling signs of Cymbalta abuse include: Slurred speech Faking symptoms to get Cymbalta prescriptions Bloodshot eyes Noticeable weight loss Financial problems Sudden changes in physical appearance and hygiene Reduced appetite Sleeping too much or too little Someone who is addicted to or dependent on Cymbalta should never attempt to quit taking the medication “cold turkey” or on their own due to the severity of withdrawal.
These withdrawal effects (also known as Cymbalta Discontinuation Syndrome) play a pivotal role in the Cymbalta addiction and abuse cycle. In some cases, even short-term use of this drug can cause results to occur depending on how your brain and body respond to Cymbalta. Long-Term Effects of Cymbalta Addiction Long-term Cymbalta addiction and abuse can put the brain’s chemical system in a state of total disarray, which brings even more dire effects. Cymbalta is one of several antidepressant drugs on the market. Increased Tolerance Levels Tolerance levels have to do with the body and the brain’s ability to respond to Cymbalta’s effects.