{"id":18946,"date":"2017-12-09T20:30:06","date_gmt":"2017-12-09T15:00:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18946"},"modified":"2018-07-30T14:42:23","modified_gmt":"2018-07-30T09:12:23","slug":"cymbalta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18946","title":{"rendered":"Cymbalta &#8211; Information, Uses, Side Effects and Dosage"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug trade name: <\/strong>Cymbalta<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Category:\u00a0 <\/strong>Antidepressants<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Generic name: <\/strong><em>Duloxetine hydrochloride<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Introduction and quick information: <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Cymbalta is a non-narcotic and non-NSAID pain reliever that has to be administered orally. Cymbalta influences neurotransmitters; these chemicals may become unbalanced leading to depression. Neurotransmitters send signals from neurons to the brain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">This can be recommended by your physical advisor for treatment of nerve pain caused due to diabetes, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis or for lower back pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Initially, when you start taking medicine you might have suicidal thoughts, and it is usually more frequent in youngsters below 24 years. So, when you start taking Cymbalta don\u2019t forget to consult your medical advisor on a regular basis.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Is it approved by FDA?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Yes, Cymbalta was approved by FDA in 2004 for diabetic Neuropathy and in 2007 for generalized anxiety disorder in 2007. In 2008 FDA gave approval for Fibromyalgia and in 2010 for chronic pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Usage and Benefits of Cymbalta:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>For treating Depression:<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Cymbalta successfully helps individuals with depression but it takes some weeks before it starts working.\u00a0 Depression brings the state of dejection in the mood. Along with medication counseling, mental therapy is also used when a person reaches its acute stage.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>For treatment of Diabetic Neuropathy:<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Cymbalta can be used for treating pain caused due to diabetic neuropathy. Though, it does not slows down the nerve damage but it lowers down the pain. Diabetic Neuropathy is caused due to uncontrolled diabetes and shows symptoms like excessive pain and numbness in feet, legs, arms or hands.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>For treating Generalized Anxiety disorder<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Generalized Anxiety Disorder is characterized by excessive worries or stress about routine chores.\u00a0\u00a0 Cymbalta is the approved medication to treat this anxiety disorder.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>For treating Fibromyalgia <\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Cymbalta effectively treats pain caused due to this disease. This disorder causes\u00a0 exhaustion and muscular pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Side effects of Cymbalta<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Stiff muscles<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Agitation<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Nausea<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Pain while passing urine<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Unusual bleeding<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Difficulty in concentration<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Weakness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Uneven heartbeats<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Difficulty in breathing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Memorizing issues<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Skin rashes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Mood or behavioral changes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Swelling of lips, throat, face or tongue.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Immediately a physician \/ doctor should be consulted if you notice any of these symptoms during medication of Cymbalta.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>General recommended dosages of Cymbalta:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Cymbalta <\/strong>should be taken according to the prescribed dosage by your medical advisor. The instructions given on the label should be strictly followed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It should be swallowed as a whole. You should not chew, break or crush the capsule.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It can be taken with or without food.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In case I miss the Dose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Missed dose should be taken as soon as you realize it. However, you can skip the dose if time for the next scheduled dose is close. Doubling the advised dose on your own can be hazardous to your health.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In case I take overdose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Overdosing can lead to harmful effects on your body. Immediately call your doctor or medical practitioner in case of any of the symptoms like fainting, fast heart rate or diarrhea.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug interactions of Cymbalta:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">This medicine should be avoided if recently you have discontinued the intake of Mellaril. You should start taking cymbalta only after 15 days gap from the date of discontinuing mellaril or any other drug which has MAO inhibitor. It should also be avoided if you have glaucoma. This combination can prove to be fatal for the body which can even lead to coma. Cymbalta should not be taken in combination with antipsychotics or any other medicine that influences brain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Furthermore, you must inform your physician if you have any of the below mentioned disease or conditions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Liver issues<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Epilepsy<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Related to Kidney<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Blood clotting disorder<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">History of drug abuse or suicidal thoughts<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">You are supposed to inform your doctor about all the medicines you are on, when you start taking this drug and that also includes vitamins, supplements and non prescribed medicine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Life style and food habits you must follow when on Cymblata:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">While taking Cymbalta, alcohol should not be consumed. It can lead to severe liver damage. Caffeine on the other hand can lead to high blood pressure and increase the side effects of DULoxetine like nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, drowsiness, constipation,etc.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>How safe is Cymbalta for pregnant women or Nursing mothers?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Before starting any medication during pregnancy you are supposed to tell your doctor. Cymbalta may cause harm to newborn babies. This drug can pass into breast milk and it may be harmful for nursing babies. Breast feeding should be strictly avoided during the regime of cymbalta.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Complications and Conditions possible due to prolonged use of Cymbalta<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Prolonged usage of cymbalta makes your body accustomed to this drug. People who suddenly stop taking Cymbalta, various degrees of symptoms are seen. So if you wish to discontinue this medicine take advice from your doctor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Availability of the drug Cymbalta:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Cymbalta can be taken only through doctor&#8217;s prescription. This is not an over-the-counter drug.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Drug trade name: Cymbalta Category:\u00a0 Antidepressants Generic name: Duloxetine hydrochloride Introduction and quick information: Cymbalta is a non-narcotic and non-NSAID pain reliever that has to be administered orally. Cymbalta influences neurotransmitters; these chemicals may become unbalanced leading to depression. Neurotransmitters send signals from neurons to the brain. 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