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Posted: 09/09/06 - 23:00
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Hi! I have very persistent nerve pain caused by diabetes. One man who suffers from diabetic neuropathy takes Cymbalta for nerve pain. Should I suggest that my doctor prescribe me same medication? What are side effects of this medication?


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Posted: 09/20/06 - 06:13
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Hi! My advice is to ask your doctor about this drug. You should try this drug for pain relief. From my personal experience I know lot about nerve pain. Nausea, dry mouth, constipation, loss of appetite, fatigue, drowsiness, dizziness, increased sweating, blurred vision, rash, or itching may occur. Some serious side effects may occur: unusual or severe mental/mood changes (anxiety, mania), weight loss, change in sexual desire and ability, uncontrolled movements, difficulty urinating. Don’t be frightened by side effects. They may or may not occur!


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Posted: 11/20/06 - 09:48
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Hi,

I took Cymbalta for nerve pain and fibromyalgia. If I had known then what I know now, I wouldn't have. My body is hypersensitive so I have to be careful with my meds. I took this stuff and it affected my sex drive, my mood (i'm usually lively and introspective), and one thing they don't tell you is that you could lose your hair. I became like a totally different person. My hair started falling out by the handfull, I am inable to achieve an orgasm (even after stopping the medication), and I became angry and brooding. It's been a month since I've stopped and I am still feeling the side effects.


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Posted: 06/09/09 - 16:04
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Hi there . I was put on Cymbalta for nerve damage following a botched tail bone removal . I found that they were not doing anything so I disided to go off . I was told to wean , however I am so ill ! My brain is floating and it feels like a nightmare ! I am seeing many of you having the same symptoms , that gives me hope . I am glad to have this support as I though I was going crazy ! Ok so 1 week off the meds and I am still dizzy and have nausa , my neck feels tight ( not muscle) and I am paranoid big time . How long is this going to happen ? Geez I have forgotten the pain at times due to the horrible dizziness !


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