Duloxetine for Pain User Reviews (Page 2)

• Nan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 10, 2021

"I've spent more than an hour typing and revising my story about how Cymbalta has changed my life, but every time I submit my remarks, I'm told my comment is too long. So, Cymbalta helped me with my 34 years of meralgia paresthetica!! There!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 16, 2012

Duloxetine "After the removal of a tumor and bone graft surgery, I suffered from debilitating pain that occurred at night, which ultimately kept me from sleeping. For years, the doctors and I searched for the source of the pain, but they could not find a reason, and I was told to live with it. This year, I was suggested Cymbalta because my doctor said it was working as a pain reliever for other patients. I was willing to try anything to rid the pain, and after about 3 weeks, I noticed a dramatic decrease in my pain. After a few months, I am practically pain-free. For those who deal with chronic pain on a daily basis, this is the best thing that could happen. I never thought anything would help, Cymbalta has given me my life back."

• Anonymous
• September 14, 2009

Duloxetine "I have had chronic pain from nerve damage when I had a mastectomy 11 yrs ago. Have been to many pain doctors, tried epilepsy medicines, antidepressants, and now I am taking Tizanidine, Lyrica, Cymbalta and a wonderful compounded pain cream that is a lifesaver for me! It has Lidocaine, Ketoprofen, and Cyclobenzaprine. Mention to your pain doctor. I put a small dab on my arthritic knee too. My insurance covers it 90%. Good luck to all with chronic pain!"

• JAM...
• August 30, 2017

"I had shingles in March and was given two meds - one was an antiviral and the other for pain. The pain pill they gave me didn't mix with my meds. I went without the pain med. Then the beginning of April, the pain came. It got worse and worse. April, May, June, July, ever-increasing pain around the shingles area. Went to my family doctor in July and she prescribed Duloxetine 30 mg. Well, I read the pill first. I read and wanted to avoid all side effects. So I continued without the pill and took tramadol and a local ointment. The pain was constant and intense. August 3, back to my family doctor. She insisted I try the Duloxetine, about 3 days later, almost no pain. Yesterday, she increased it to 60 mg. So far, so good, I shouldn't be so stubborn."

• Anonymous
• August 2, 2008

Duloxetine "I find that this helps with my pain. I also take etodolac, Staflex, and Lyrica. I have ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis, and fibromyalgia that Staflex controls. I also have restless leg syndrome. Just thought I'd weigh in and let you know that I know this drug has helped my pain."

• Anonymous
• June 10, 2009

Duloxetine "I was placed on this medication a year ago after years of suffering with pain due to a car accident. I nearly lost my life in 1993 in a car accident. The pain at times became unbearable, so my doctor suggested this medication, and I have seen much success with it."

• Cha...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 3, 2012

Duloxetine "I had developed occipital neuralgia as a result of Tourette's syndrome. The pain in my neck was very severe, so I went to a pain management clinic where I was treated with methadone, Lyrica (caused serious side reactions), injections of steroids, and some other medications, and finally by radiofrequency ablation. All this took three years, and I was out of options. I read that Cymbalta was good for neuropathic pain, so I got a prescription and started taking it. After about 6-7 weeks, I was pain-free. I found it hard to believe. I later switched to Wellbutrin and remained pain-free."

• Anonymous
• September 9, 2011

Duloxetine "I just took a first dose of 30 mg of Cymbalta at 4:45 p.m., and by 9:30 p.m., I developed nausea. The nausea subsided by 11:00, and the pain in my feet seemed to melt away. I have suffered for many years with chronic pain from degenerative bone spurs in my spine and fibromyalgia in my feet. This gives me a warm, comfortable feeling. I pray this will work for a long time. Being in so much pain for so long and having this relief sure takes the edge off. Thanks for the relief."

• Anonymous
• December 14, 2011

Duloxetine "I have fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, have had a hip replacement and extensive back surgery for spinal stenosis. I had pain constantly, at times almost to the point I could hardly walk. After beginning Cymbalta, the pain left. I feel like I did 25 or 30 years ago. I have had no negative side effects, except an occasional mild headache and night sweats some nights. This medication has been a life-saver, even stopping the nerve pains shooting down my legs. It's worth trying it!"

• Anonymous
• June 14, 2011

Duloxetine "I have had severe back pain for over 10 years after two car accidents. I was also unable to turn my head without neck pain. After taking Cymbalta, I have little to no pain. I pray it continues to work. It's amazing."

• Anonymous
• August 19, 2009

Duloxetine "For me, this worked great as pain relief for a herniated disc. I found the pain to be less agonizing throughout the day, and I could do things that I needed to (cleaning, vacuuming, grocery shopping, carrying the groceries, etc.). The problem that I had with the medication is that I had horrible memory loss. I am a full-time student and could not handle the problems I had trying to retain hard information. My doctor tried to combat this by putting me on Ritalin, but then I couldn't sleep. I have had to go off of pain relievers for this exact problem."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 1, 2012

Duloxetine "After 3 years of crippling lower back pain and radiculopathy from L-5 spondylolisthesis, I tried 60 mg of Cymbalta: complete game-changer. I experience slight nausea a few times a week, but that's all. I'm back to being a happy, nearly pain-free dad. If I hadn't tried this, I would be facing surgery by now. What a blessing."

• Anonymous
• March 27, 2012

Duloxetine "Been on 30 mg Cymbalta for 2 weeks. Started getting relief by the 2nd day. Am a 58-year-old male with spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, and spondy. The plan was to go to 60 mg, but I am getting enough relief at 30 mg. I believe I will try to stay on that dose to minimize side effects. Some constipation, difficulty reaching orgasm, some night sweats, and minor headaches. Oh, insomnia if I took it at night. I had samples of this medicine for 6 months but delayed starting it because of horror stories on the internet. Pain was ruining my life, so this medicine seems to be the best option."

• LE0...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 2, 2012

Duloxetine "This medicine is amazing! I have suffered from a bulging disc and facet joint issues for a year, with little lasting relief from injections. I was prescribed Cymbalta a little over a month ago, and by the 3rd or 4th day on it, I was almost literally pain-free. I was afraid to say it out loud for fear that I would jinx myself because it was almost too good to be true. Now, after being on it for 5 weeks, I can work out and get back into my exercise regimen with little to no pain. This has truly been a lifesaver! I did have tiredness and low motivation during the first two weeks, but my body seems very acclimated to it now. I do sweat a lot at night, but I can live with it. Love this medication."

• Anonymous
• April 24, 2012

Duloxetine "I've had lower back pain for over a year, and several doctors later, I was put on Cymbalta. I could not handle the side effects. I was having horrible dreams, sweats, felt nauseated, shakes, and felt really out of it with dizziness and confusion. This was a 30 mg dose, I'm not on any other medicines."

• Sha...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 6, 2024

"I struggled with physical pain my whole life because I was assaulted by a group of bullies at school when I was young. I spent most of my life living with the pain and took painkillers when it became unbearable, but they took away my ability to do things due to the drowsiness. I had actually given up, thinking I’d just have to live with pain forever. Then I was hospitalized for an infection in my blood. Upon departure from the hospital after a near-death experience, they asked me if I needed anything else. I saw a pain management doctor and explained the pain and the possibility of possible PTSD. I started duloxetine/Cymbalta. At first, I had a crazy amount of energy at the 90 mg, it felt like I was coked out. When I brought the dose down to 60 mg, it was much better. After a year, I wanted to see if I could still live without pain at the lowest dose of 30 mg per day, and I have a little achiness but feel better about taking the lowest amount. This drug has been a miracle for me, and it’s been 3 years."

• bri...
• June 12, 2010

Duloxetine "I have been using Cymbalta for about 6 months now. I have severe leg pain caused by compartment syndrome and chronic low back pain, and my MD has me on Cymbalta and Lyrica for this pain, and it has kept it under control. I still have to take Percocet a few times a day, but my pain is better with Cymbalta, and my depression has even gotten a lot better. Two birds with one stone type of deal."

• Bec...
• July 3, 2011

Duloxetine "I started taking Cymbalta in April 2011, and when I first started out on it, I experienced extreme tiredness, insomnia, dry mouth, constipation, hot flashes, strange dreams. I still get very odd, sometimes disturbing dreams, but I think a lot of it has to do with recent stresses in my life (grandma having a stroke, work stress), and I still experience constipation, hot flashes, and night sweats, but it's not the end of the world. It has so far been the only antidepressant medication that has really helped me, and I have been on lots of different SSRIs and atypical antipsychotics. I have good and bad days like anyone does, but if I do get sad and cry, it doesn't seem to last long. So in my opinion, the benefits outweigh the side effects."

• Anonymous
• December 27, 2011

Duloxetine "I have spinal stenosis in 2 levels of my lumbar spine and 3 bulging/protruding discs. I could hardly sit or walk for months. I was hoping for surgery just to ease the pain. I couldn't drive for longer than 15 minutes, couldn't exercise like I used to, could hardly work. My doctor put me on Cymbalta 2 weeks ago, and within 10 days, almost all my pain is gone! I still have some numbness in my lower leg and foot, but I am no longer taking Percocet and am weaning off the morphine for nighttime! Cymbalta gave me back my life! I hope it continues! Thank you for this wonderful medicine!"

• Anonymous
• February 1, 2012

Duloxetine "It works great for my depression, but it does not help me at all with any of my arthritis pain. I have arthritis in my knees, hands, and spine. I also have sciatica and degenerative disc disease and it doesn't work for any of it."

• mig...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 30, 2023

"My doctor prescribed this for migraines that I have had for over a month now since COVID. The first three nights I had no migraines, then on the fourth night, I went to bed and woke up with a racing heart, so I checked my blood pressure, and it was 85 over 45, with a pulse rate of 112. I went back to bed after my heart rate got better, then a migraine hit, and my pulse skyrocketed. I felt horrible the next day but took it again, and the same thing happened. I felt nauseous in the morning and lightheaded, like I could pass out. I have decided not to continue this medicine. All I wanted was for my headaches to stop, but if this is what I have to do, I say no thank you to Duloxetine."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 17, 2012

Duloxetine "I had to stop taking Cymbalta after the first pill (30 mg) caused side effects for me. Nausea, chills and hot flashes, cold sweats, no appetite, insomnia. Too much for me, but I know this medicine has worked great for others, just not for me."

• Anonymous
• May 1, 2011

Duloxetine "I have chronic pain from a broken arm and two surgeries last year. I've tried EVERYTHING - this is the only non-narcotic medicine that has worked for me. The only negative is that it doesn't have a generic equivalent, and my insurance doesn't cover it. That's a pretty big negative."

• Anonymous
• December 16, 2011

Duloxetine "I have been on Cymbalta for 5 years for disc herniation and depression. I did have sexual dysfunction, but it passes. I have had little pain in my back since! It is a wonderful medicine, but high blood pressure does come with the medicine and dizzy spells for some time until your body is adjusted to it. My dose is 60 mg, and I started at 30 mg. I definitely love this medicine!"

• Anonymous
• February 21, 2012

Duloxetine "At 29, I have multiple joint pain and 2 ruptured lumbar discs with sciatica and numbness in my arm and foot. Taking narcotics and opioids helped, but then my meds were stolen from my purse. Went to my pain doc for something to help with withdrawals and pain until my next refill. He gave me a sample of Cymbalta. I am impressed with the results, other than the headaches and increase in appetite. Helps with my morning stiffness and loss of balance and makes my pain bearable. I do seem to get really sleepy when the headaches come on, but if I can take a power nap, it helps. My mood is much better, but I attribute that to having less pain as I have never had depression. I hope the headaches go away."