I generally feel more optimistic, don't get aggravated at bad drivers, take things a little more easy and have more energy to get things done. “I have RSD = Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy which is a nerve problem cause by damaged nerves, mine is in my right foot in my toes. Here is what you need to know, from the pros and cons to who should -- and should not -- take this drug. After 10-12 hours of taking cymbalta, I feel the worst, panic attack prone, headache, dizziness, nausea,slight pain in upper chest. This Pain is so bad it makes you cry it is that painful. I recommend anyone with nerve pain to at least try this one. I’m 45 years old.” I wasn’t happier taking Cymbalta and the pain relief was minimal.

The tiredness dissipated but still felt blah, anxious, lazy with no desire to even go for a walk.

“I feel this has helped my back pain but possible side effect are loose bowels loss of appetite and lost weight. I have myofascial pain syndrome. “I am taking the time to write a positive review for Cymbalta to hopefully help another person considering this medication. It helped with the back pain, and, improved my general mood. Take time to do your research -> I work in medical education. Very minimum side effects.” I take 60mg/night 4-5 years. “I have been on Cymbalta for over a year (60mg per day) and this has been life changing. My fingers were killing me two months ago. Prior to th… Felt some strange feelings going on in my head, impossible to describe but hated it. Dry mouth along with urinary latency. “For nine years I had lower back pain due to a bulging disk.

I tried going off it cold turkey after a year on 60mg and the physical and mental pain is what I'd imagine heroin withdrawal to be. Made me anxious, tired, constipated, blah and no desire to do anything, no appetite, also had random chest pains. The easiest way to lookup drug information, identify pills, check interactions and set up your own personal medication records. I am at 90mg and I no longer notice these random pains that I got for no reason. The following information is NOT intended to endorse any particular medication. My Dr put me on Cymbalta, keep in mind I also have a pain pump in planted in me to also help the pain which it does help but there are times I need to take that edge off, so he put me on Cymbalta been taking it now for a few weeks I have noticed a huge difference in the pain being much much less. Also, my appetite has decreased to the point that I have lost 10 pounds. Also known as: Cymbalta, Irenka, Drizalma Sprinkle The following information is NOT intended to endorse any particular medication. While these reviews might be helpful, they are not a substitute for the expertise, knowledge and judgement of healthcare practitioners.Reviews may be moderated or edited before publication to correct grammar and spelling or to remove inappropriate language and content. Fibromyalgia is a perplexing and often disabling disorder that affects millions of Americans. Started to get a few electric shock-like sensations in the extremities. (As any other anti-depressant)” If you take your medication responsibly you shouldn't be denied other more helpful medication.” if I miss a single dose I get severe electric shocks starting in my head going to my feet. Prior to these medications, I was on enbrel, but it stopped working after 9 years and I was allergic to methotrexate. I finally stopped taking the drug on my own after 4 months. The information is out there on the net to educate us on side effects, generics, withdrawal etc.” Very minor side effects.” Initially, I felt dizzy and weird for about a month on 30mg a day. No side effects at all and my chronic nerve pain (from a herniated disc) is down about 98%. Burning head but freezing extremities, shakes, nausea and that's the physical symptoms. Since the dosage increased, my pain has been helped 70 to 80%. I haven't gained weight, and my appetite has decreased a little, which is good.” Do not take this drug, there's so many better options.” My pain still the same.” Not sure if should continue” 3rd day I had a terrible headache! I also have low back pain less frequently. I am developing a skin rash in my neck. I also had aches/discomfort in the left hip that caused me to walk with a limp. So you never know what kind you're going to get. “Not good. Withdrawal symptoms included MANY shock-like jolts to hands & feet (for about 6 years), a few months of a zombie-like feeling (Low drive) Just miserable. Started at 20mg and I thought it helped my chronic pain a bit.

User Reviews for Cymbalta to treat Chronic Pain. I was on it for 4 months and it didn't work at all. If I could have tolerated the side effects would have continued since it did help the pain.” I couldn't afford the Rx so I stopped taking it cold turkey. I am still having issues with lower back joint dysfunction. I was able to sleep once I dropped my dose back down to 120mg a day. You don’t know til you try it how it might work for you. 1st 2 days off I had 2 mild headaches but could manage. Dose and Side effects -> My experience has been good with brand version of Cymbalta for 1 month - 30 mg. Day 1 a bit nauseous and diarrhea. 5 days I had bad stomach aches. When I finally realized that it was causing this, the withdrawal symptoms are worse than anything I've ever experienced. Anxiety, extreme nausea, intense vertigo, muscle spasms. Honestly it’s been a Godsend for me. This drug is worse than any opiate. It also came with severe side effects, and then I found out it is almost impossible to get off. Select one or more newsletters to continue. And I feel much better.” Also, little blisters too. I am only rating an 8 at this point since it has only been two months.” Tapered off and had auditory hallucinations like light saber sounds. Cymbalta->For those considering this medication, take time to read the good reviews and consider the brand version if you can afford it.

I am taking it for chronic pain from osteoarthritis in neck and lower back.

But, surprisingly, my blood sugar which has been steadily climbing toward 200 is now back near 100.