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When Is The Best Time Of The Day To Take Cymbalta?

Hi, I ve only taken Fetzima for less than 2 weeks. Need to discontinue due to price. Do I need to wean myself off since it was such a short period of time. I m also going to begin Cymbalta. I already have a problem with sleeping so would you recommend taking it am or pm? I appreciate my Dr s Trust your body, it will talk to you! approach but I would really appreciate an opinion! Thank you. Terrie M
Fri, 8 Jan 2021
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Hi,

Fetzima contains levomilnacipran which belongs to the group of selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressants is used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults. Do not discontinue Fetzima intake without consulting your doctor regarding the same. Stopping this drug abruptly may cause severe withdrawal symptoms including irritability, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, nightmares, insomnia, headache etc. If your doctor recommends that you stop taking Fetzima, they will help you safely tapper off of the drug before choosing another drug.

Cymbalta contains duloxetine which belongs to the group of selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressants is used to treat major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. It is best to take Cymbalta at the same time each day. Most people take it in the morning. If you find that you feel drowsy after taking it in the morning, try taking it in the evening.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician
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When Is The Best Time Of The Day To Take Cymbalta?

Hi, Fetzima contains levomilnacipran which belongs to the group of selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressants is used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults. Do not discontinue Fetzima intake without consulting your doctor regarding the same. Stopping this drug abruptly may cause severe withdrawal symptoms including irritability, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, nightmares, insomnia, headache etc. If your doctor recommends that you stop taking Fetzima, they will help you safely tapper off of the drug before choosing another drug. Cymbalta contains duloxetine which belongs to the group of selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressants is used to treat major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. It is best to take Cymbalta at the same time each day. Most people take it in the morning. If you find that you feel drowsy after taking it in the morning, try taking it in the evening. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician