Cymbalta Information

This medicine belongs to the category of SSNRIs or selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors drugs. This medicine is an antidepressant. Cymbalta works by affecting certain chemicals in the brain. These chemicals, if unbalanced, may cause depression. This medicine is used for treating major depressive disorders. Cymbalta is also used for treating general anxiety disorder and chronic pain disorder known as fibromyalgia. The other uses of this medicine include treating pain caused by nerve damage in patients suffering from diabetes. The medicine may also be prescribed for other purposes by your doctor.

Cymbalta Side Effects And Precautions

You should not use this drug if you use MAOI or monoamine oxidase inhibitor. There should be minimum 14 days gap between duloxetine and MAOI drug use. You should wait minimum 5 days after stopping to take this generic drug before starting to take an MAOI. This drug may cause suicidal thoughts in some patients. This side effect is more evident in patients below the age of 24. If you experience any such thoughts, then you should consult your doctor immediately.

If you undergo any symptoms such as panic attacks, problem sleeping or aggressiveness, then you should talk with your health care provider. Many patients suffer from side effects such as mood change, irritability and anxiety after taking duloxetine. You should inform your doctor about all the medicines used by you.

Dosage Information For Cymbalta

For initial treatment of Major Depressive Disorder, the recommended dosage of Cymbalta ranges from 40 mg/day to 60 mg/day. This dosage may be administered once or twice in equal doses. However, for some patients, the initial dosage may be scaled back to 30mg per day. This medicine is not recommended for patients suffering from end-stage renal disease. You can buy Cymbalta 20 mg, 30 mg, 40 mg and 60 mg from North Drug Mart.