Posted by Bill LL on June 30, 2005, at 13:51:41
In reply to am switching back to Cymbalta and have questions, posted by jessers11581 on June 30, 2005, at 9:56:51
I was on Lexapro (40 mg) by itself for a long time, then with the addition of Strattera, then Cymbalta by itself for a few months, then Lexapro again (20 mg) with Concerta (72 mg) and starting yesterday Lexapro with Provigil.
I know it sounds like I'm having a lot of problems with medications, but I'm really not. I'm just doing a lot of experimenting to find the best mix.
Cymbalta worked really well for both my anxiety and depression. But I lost my temper a few times while on it so I stopped taking it. I think that the Cymbalta may have been to blame but I'm not sure. But I did feel very good on Cymbalta.
On Concerta and Lexapro, I was doing even better. I was less tired and was thinking more clearly. The only reason I switched to Provigil yesterday was to experiment. I got 3 weeks of samples (21 pills of 200 mg). Nice doc. So far so good but of course it's too early to make conclusions.
When Lexapro first came out, I started on 20 mg and eventually went to 40 mg where I stayed for a long time. It's a great drug, but hello sexual side effects and tiredness.
I like the idea of adding a stimulant (or Provigil) to Lexapro because it allows me to lower the dose of Lexapro and therefore lower the sexual and tiredness side effects.
I think that your side effects will go down. I would stick it out at least 2 more weeks before you make a decision.
I had a dull persistent nausea on Concerta for a few weeks, but then it lessened in intensity.
> Can anyone compare Lexapro and Cymbalta in terms of side effects? I've been taking 10 mg. Lex for about 2 weeks now and am experiencing a dull, persistant nausea, dizziness, weakness, jaw clenching, GI upset, etc. I don't recall having this problem with Cymbalta when I used it several months ago. I just remember that it made me feel grouchy. But I'd rather feel grouchy than sick all the time! I think that I'm going to switch back, and would like to know if this is a good idea. What are your experiences with Cymbalta, especially in comparison to Lexapro or Celexa (if you've ever used either of those)? Any info is appreciated. Thanks!
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