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What Causes Diarrhea And Stomach Ache After Taking Cymbalta?

I am taking Cymbaita (Duloxetine HCL). Since taking it I have had huge problems with my stomach and intestines: Diarrhea and cramping. I was prescribed this medicine after having to give up Lyrica due to weight gain and dizziness. I have much nerve damage due to a 20 hour operation on my back 4 years ago, for which the pain continues to increase. Both drugs were prescribed for me due to unbearable pain. I will NOT take opiads, as I was made to stay on them for a year after the surgery and most of my memory during that time is lost. When I read the uses of Cymbaita it seems mainly to be prescribed for depression NOT pain. That is my question. Is Cymbaita for pain, and if not, why would I be prescribed this drug? My email address is YYYY@YYYY
Fri, 18 Jan 2019
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Hi,

Cymbalta is used for several causes other than depression. It is also used for diabetic neuropathic pain.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Yasam Lavanya,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Diarrhea And Stomach Ache After Taking Cymbalta?

Hi, Cymbalta is used for several causes other than depression. It is also used for diabetic neuropathic pain. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Yasam Lavanya, General & Family Physician