Cymbalta and Tiredness: What Users Say (Page 4)

• Dan...
• July 23, 2015

For Fibromyalgia "I have fibromyalgia as well, and I stopped taking Cymbalta because my pains improved a great deal, but I had extreme nausea and exhaustion (especially in the AM). Now my pains have come back to kick my behind. Day 2 of Cymbalta. Seems as if it makes me light sensitive, which gives me a headache and dizziness. Like my eyes are heavy and my skin was clammy. I will continue. I'll get back to you in a few weeks."

• Gin...
• June 13, 2015

For Depression "My experience on Cymbalta has been rather a positive one. As mentioned by others, in the first 2 weeks, it does have side effects. I felt tired and was a little nauseous. I was put on Cymbalta as the entire country that I live in ran out of my previous medicine. I have suffered from anxiety, OCD, and depression on and off for a few years. Since Cymbalta has 'kicked in,' I have hardly any anxiety and no depression. I think clearly and rationally and not as emotionally as I always used to. I still do not have an appetite, and I have been on this for over a month now. When I sleep, I sleep soundly and am able to fall into a deep sleep as well. I highly recommend Cymbalta and am very happy with the positive effects it has had on me."

• Nic...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 10, 2015

For Generalized Anxiety Disorder "I take Cymbalta for Generalized Anxiety Disorder and depression, something I've had on and off for 6 years (I am now 24). A lot of people are quick to write this drug off, and I admit the initial side effects can be tough like nausea and feeling so tired, but after taking 30mg for three weeks and increasing to 60, with the increase I noticed a quick change, my anxiety decreased rapidly, and instead of tiredness I began to experience an almost high feeling which sometimes makes me hyperactive, but surely that's better than anxiety and depression. I would recommend taking it, but give it a few weeks and take the proper 60mg dose before you judge it; it's really helped me, it's got me out of a really bad place."

• Jen...
• June 2, 2015

For Depression "I went on this medication two separate times for depression and anxiety. Both times it helped a little, but still the least effective compared to other things I have tried. When I tried to increase my dose, I had a 3-day-long migraine. I have to give this medication low ratings for the bad side effects and the withdrawal symptoms I am experiencing from coming off of the drug currently. I have had migraines for 6 days in a row now even though I am weaning off of the drug. I have digestion issues, am exhausted and breathless, and I am having night sweats. I hope this ends soon."

• Kei...
• May 27, 2015

For Depression "After the first 3 days of taking it, it worked for a week. I went from a very nasty, snappy man to calm and communicative. That lasted for about 2 weeks. Now my partner says I'm back to being nasty and rude. Careless and snappy. I'm tired all the time. It's not helping! I started at 30 mg, they put me up to 60 mg, now I'm back to 30 mg."

• Fae...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 23, 2015

For Fibromyalgia "I was put on Cymbalta to combat the mood and pain problems associated with fibromyalgia. It dilated my eyes, which led to light sensitivity and headaches. I also grew steadily more and more exhausted and confused and foggy. I was depressed. The doctors insisted that the side effects would abate after about six weeks, but they were so debilitating I had to seek out disability accommodations at school and drop one of my classes. After about a month, I woke up one morning feeling very strange, and a few hours later had a seizure and sprained my jaw and have had jaw pain ever since. At the emergency room, they told me that the Cymbalta was the likely culprit. Essentially, this drug made my life unbearable."

• bry...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• March 5, 2015

For Depression "I took this medicine for about 5 years in addition to lithium for bipolar 2. It was good for depression and anxiety, but I found I was tired a lot, and if I got a bad night's sleep (which was often), my mood could drop or I could become slightly hypomanic."

• Est...
• February 24, 2015

For Depression "Confusion, grumpiness, memory loss, and lethargy."

• Bra...
• January 16, 2015

For Depression "I've tried many antidepressants, Effexor XR worked best for me, but after complaining about back pain, my doctor switched me to Cymbalta: 30 mg the first week and then 60 mg. What a personality change in me. I was so aggravated all the time, very snappy. Just not myself. No energy, NOTHING, however, this medicine did work for my back pain. I am being weaned off."

• KEB...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• December 4, 2014

For Depression "I got on Cymbalta for depression/anxiety that I had been dealing with for almost 10 years. Cymbalta helped me get myself back and feel great again. Recently, I weaned from the 60 to the 30. I noticed I was feeling very tired (despite 9 hours of sleep) and unfocused at work with low energy. Once I changed to the 30 I noticed a HUGE difference. After 5 years on Cymbalta I am weaning off the medication. Going from the 60 to 30mg was a nice transition and I am confident about weaning off it completely. Everyone has a different experience with the medicine and how it will affect them getting off it. I am glad I took this medication. It saved my life."

• Mys...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 25, 2014

For Back Pain "After having tried a few other combination depression, pain medicines, this one finally seemed to work, and I got far less tired, or other side effects I'd gotten from the others. So far, I feel this is the best one I've tried, it has also helped with my mood."

• pjs...
• August 6, 2014

For Osteoarthritis "I was prescribed Cymbalta for arthritic pain in my knees. I took 30 mg/day for 3 days and was fatigued to the point of not wanting to do anything but lie down. In addition (to which I found out was a rare side effect) I was yawning all day and evening. After reading about the difficulties that some people had getting off this medicine, I stopped it after the 3 days. Unless I can be somewhat assured that the side effects are temporary, I would rather live with the pain than take this medicine."

• dan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 2, 2014

For Anxiety "I was quick to anger, severe mood swings would yell at my kids for the slightest things. I was ready to punch anybody that would make me mad and (it didn't take much!) I started with Cymbalta 30mg and I noticed a slight difference. I was increased to 60 mg and I felt the change right away. I'm so calm, and I'm back to being a happy mom. I take it at night because it would get me sleepy during the day if I take it in the morning. Some of the side effects I've experienced have been dry mouth, lack of appetite, hot flashes, tiredness! I love this medicine, it has changed my life. The relationship with my children is much, much better too. I no longer have crying spells, and I'm a much nicer person. Try Cymbalta."

• Muc...
• April 30, 2014

For Depression "I had mild anxiety and intermittent depression. I always pushed through and never thought of medicines. My girlfriend suggested I speak to a psych and I started Cymbalta. In 10 days, I had no more intrusive thoughts talking me down, making me stressed, guilty. After 9 weeks, I'm a new man. Small things don't worry me. I am patient and calm driving. I don't wake up for the toilet then stay awake worrying. My relationship is closer. I'm nicer to be with. Con? My libido decreased, and climax is harder to achieve (but more intense). The medicine felt strange (out-of-body) at first, but I got used to that. I drink more water. I yawn in the afternoons. I grind my jaw a bit. I get breathless. I have mild headaches some days. But my life is much better with this medicine."

• Off...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 23, 2014

For Anxiety "This medication was a lifesaver for me as it helped me to overcome anxiety at work and allowed me to regain my focus. This also helped a lot with my irritable bowel syndrome issues! Only downfall was the first few weeks where I lost a lot of weight due to having no desire to eat, and I had to switch to taking it at night because when I took it in the morning, it made me dizzy and tired all day. I am taking 30mg once a day and have been on this for about 8 months. Hang in there if you just started the medication because it takes about a month to really kick in."

• Que...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 15, 2014

For Depression "I have been on Cymbalta, 60 mg for several months now. I am more relaxed and my depression is not as bad, however, I do still have down moments. I too have noticed that I have dry mouth, yawning, not sleeping soundly every night, and have experienced upper, underneath my ribs on my right side pain. My joints hurt in my knees."

• Sou...
• April 1, 2014

For Generalized Anxiety Disorder "My Cymbalta experience was brutal. After a few days, I felt weak and tired. So tired that I started missing work. One week in, I started to get these strange brain zaps that made me feel as if I was being electrocuted. Two weeks in, I would start to cry. Just out of the blue, I would cry for no reason. It was the first time I had shed a tear in 10 years, and it was awful. I stopped taking it and am now afraid to take anything for my panic other than Klonopin."

• mym...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• March 29, 2014

For Chronic Pain "Moderate pain relief. Non-diabetic nerve pain in legs and feet. 60 mg daily. Caused erectile dysfunction and tiredness, but worth the relief of pain. 8 yrs now."

• My...
• March 24, 2014

For Depression "After 2 weeks (60mg/day) I am pleased with this. I had constant dysthymia, black periods lasting a few days, breaking into tears for no reason, not coping, couldn't see a way out, hopelessness. I couldn't tell my partner everything: she needs me to be strong. She knew anyway. The medicine leveled it all out. Only 2 weeks but the depression is gone. I even felt briefly euphoric today. I am easier to be around. Calmer. Negatives: a strange dissociative feeling, sort of out-of-body, as if hearing myself talk slowly, dizziness, an itchy rash on my hand, dry mouth, general tiredness, lethargy in bed in the mornings, no erectile problems, but problem reaching orgasm. If these moderate in time, then my 7/10 score will increase."

• Lal...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 13, 2014

For Anxiety "I started this medication after I basically had a nervous breakdown in June 2013. I couldn't function as a mother. I felt scared & nervous all the time. Lights were too bright. Sounds were too loud. I couldn't deal with all of the things that needed to be done around the house. Started out at 30mg for 2 weeks then went up to 60mg. Made me super tired in the afternoons at first (take around 7am). Cymbalta slowly brought me out of the 'fog' I was in. It took about 6-8 weeks before I could say I felt 'normal' again; whatever that is, right?"

• Rem...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 20, 2014

For Generalized Anxiety Disorder "While the first 3 weeks were no fun at all, I have since seen and felt an improvement in my anxiety and panic attacks. I am very sensitive to medication, and other medicines would make me dizzy, upset my stomach, or make it impossible to stay awake. The Cymbalta only made me tired and caused me to lose weight the first three weeks. I am on my fourth month on 30's once a day. I take mine right after dinner as they tend to make me tired, but by morning I am good to go. I have since gained my weight back, and I feel better than I have since my anxiety and panic attacks started 7 years ago. In 4 months, I have not had any panic attacks and only feel the starting effects of anxiety, and then it goes away."

• dan...
• February 18, 2014

For Depression "I started taking Cymbalta and I noticed a difference immediately! I felt more relaxed and happy in general. I take Lamictal for bipolar disorder and after finding that medicine alone not being enough, my doctor prescribed Cymbalta. I've been in a pleasant mood with my family, friends, and at work. Not stressing out about leaving the house or having a busy schedule and getting anxiety about it. It has also helped with my lower back pain I have been dealing with for the last 3 years. It's only been 2 weeks and the only thing I can say is, I seem to yawn a lot and have less of an appetite. If it messes with my sex drive and lowers it... I'm off it."

• lib...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 14, 2014

For Depression "I was previously on Lexapro, but it made me tired and unmotivated. I switched to Cymbalta one week ago, and it's already working! I'm only on 30 mg, but my doc may want me on a higher dose depending on how I feel after a couple of weeks."

• Ste...
• December 24, 2013

For Depression "I am extremely sensitive to medications and any chemicals. I get headaches from the chlorine in tap water. I was afraid to take even the lowest dose of Cymbalta, but I swear I felt happier, more talkative, and much less obsessive and less negative within the first day of taking it. By the third day I noticed that I got a little tired about 1-2 hours after taking it, but I was still pleasant to be around and nice to others. I think this is also helping with some pain I've had from a shoulder injury a while back, so that's good too. My mother also takes this for fibromyalgia and she loves it. Good luck!"

• emg...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 15, 2013

For Chronic Pain "Felt only side effects. Extremely tired, erectile dysfunction, dry mouth, headache, dizziness, cold sweats."