Do the majority of people take Cymbalta at night or morning?

Hi! I know several of these posts are older but I wanted to say I’m so relieved to learn others have the exact same hang ups starting new meds! I thought I was being weird or difficult (and maybe I am) but it’s good to know I’m not alone in my concerns. I was prescribed cymbalta to treat pelvic floor pain and the starter dose has been on my counter for 3 days... I’m so nervous taking psych drugs since researchers arent exactly sure how they work to relieve pain. Anyway - I’m very encouraged by the feedback I’m seeing here and I think I’m ready to give it a try! I am uncertain about the time of day to take my dose given my problems with insomnia. Thanks again for sharing your experiences and encouragement with one another. It’s surprisingly comforting and sort of just what I needed!
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Hi all...
I'm taking Cymbalta 60 at night (12 days now)but find i never wake up feeling rested..and also feel anxious and just not great in the mornings too. I might try taking it in the mornings... anyone had a similar experience? I've been chopping and changing meds for a couple of months now... on docs advice. Really hoping for some relief/results. Appreciate any thoughts.. thanks.

Hey I know its been awhile since the last question was posted. I want to make sure those on cymbalta/duloxetine know this issue with this med:

if you plan on stopping for one reason or another, you MUST taper down ie... 1 tab everyday the 1st week, then go to monday-wednesday-friday for 2 weeks, then tuesday and saturday for 2 weeks, then one tablet on sunday x 2 weeks... then stop. Make sure that while you are tapering down you feel ok, you don't have to feel great, but you must feel ok, not thoughts of hurting yourself or anyone else, no deep depression coming over you like a fog. Most people who are on cymbalta are using it for FM pain or depression or chronic pain.
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Taking Cymbalta (60 mgs) at night. I fall asleep but wake up every night after 4 hours! Can't get back to sleep so I am starting today to take the Cymbalta in the morning with my Wellbutrin. I shall see how I sleep tonight. I have a girlfriend on same dosage that takes hers at night and sleeps thru the night! Every body is different so one must weigh the good vs. the bad. I need more than 4 hours of sleep so I'm changing to morning. This is only my 3rd week of Cymbalta. The only thing that has changed in my meds and the fact that I'm not sleeping is the Cymbalta. Will let you all know how it goes!

Alright folks, 4pm here and just took my first dose of 60mg Cymbalta... I'll update.

I think the majority of people take Cymbalta in the Morning. That's when I take it. If I take it at night I wind up having nightmares!

My doctor prescribed me cymbalta 60mg a few days ago and I have yet to take it... because like everyone else in this thread I was scared of the side effects. But after reading everyone's responses I just took it.

I'm hoping for the best!

Iam very scared to start Cymbalta and the Neurontin my Dr just put me on.The horror stories I've read REALLY TERRIFY me..Reading some if the answers to your question is kinda making me think different..I'm still un sure if i'll start it.

I started taking cymbalta two days ago for neuropathic pain and anxiety caused by gabapentin which I'm slowly getting off this is for nerve pain plus bad reactions to epidural injection the doctor has started me on 30mg it is getting rid of anxiety but I feel sick when I take it and it's causing some pain to my nerves I felt a bit sleepy when I took it at noon but only slept for 4 hrs last night I just took 30mg this morning hoping that it might be better for me to take in the morning and sleep at night.
Has anybody else had these effects I have a young child and doctors have put me on different med types I just want this to work

I was just prescribed cymbalta for my neuropathy and anxiety for my MS. I took it two night and literally did not sleep. I felt horrible the next day. I'm scared of new meds with all the problems I'm having. I was told by a friend who is a pharmacy tech that it is safe. I think I will try it in the am after reading all these comments. Fingers crossed!

Hi I am 44 male been on Cymbalta for over a week, and have noticed great changes for me. I talk more to people and I am not shy or depressed as much and believe in time I will get even better. I also just enrolled into Technical College to be a dental asst. I have hope now. I was scared to take it I let it set a couple of days and then decided I am tired of being hateful and fearful. Thank you Cymbalta no side effects so far other than a little tired at times but a nice cup of tea cures it. If you ever come off of it wean off it under your doctors orders so you dont have brain zaps and other withdrawal effects its really that simple. Hope this info helps and please help yourself feel normal again thats why people have took the time to discover and produce these medicines and Cymbalta is not too new so if it was really bad there would be lots of lawsuits not to mention word to mouth. Good Luck! Enjoy your life! =)

I was just prescribed 40 mg of cymbalta and have been dealing with anxiety and depression idk whether to take it at night or in the am.. It says hypersomnia as a side effect which would be great because I'm not sleeping and wake up multiple times at night with feeling hot and can't go back to sleep easily.. I have anxiety attacks multiple times a day when at work.. But rarely at home.. Thoughts on am or pm?

I have been on Cymbalta 30mg for a couple of years. My Dr also prescribes Wellbutrin to assist with more energy. It seems for as long as I can remember I wake in the mornings feeling exhausted. Either from dreams which leave me feeling like I wasn't even asleep. I take my meds along with Vitamins in the morning after I eat. I use one of those 7 day pill containers to make sure I don't forget. I was wondering if i should switch to taking Cymbalta a night? I remember when first taking it I had insomnia pretty bad. But sometimes, I think we read about side effects and we almost expect them to happen. I read a study done and they even have a name for it when people experience side effects even when given a placebo.

I have tried Cymbalta 30 at 8 PM. I do not feel rested every night. Now switching meds to 8 AM. I do not see much of difference after five days. My cognitive functions are impaired by brain chemical imbalance.
Cymbalta affects two neurotransmitter systems. Serotonin and Dopamine. I think taking it in the morning maybe better B/C the needs for mind's ability to focus on daily tasks.
To further boost Dopamine levels in the day time, I will try to take 500 mg of L-Tyrosine and 25mg of Vitamin B6 with water or juice (recommended by Living Strong)
At night time, I will take 500mg of L-Tryptophan and 25mg vitamin to boost serotonin levels for anxiety and better sleep.
I believe this can be more appealing than bump the Cymbalta from 30 to 60mg without increase SSNRI in my system. What do you all think?.