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Cymbalta Medication - Uses & Side Effects
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Cymbalta is brand name from Eli Lilly and called duloxetine.Cymbalta is a special drug which belongs to the group of Dual Uptake Inhibitors.Cymbalta medically formulated as Duloxetine Hydrochloride is a new revolutionary antidepressent. Cymbalta is used to treat major depressive disorder. It is also used to treat pain caused by nerve damage in people with diabetes. Cymbalta is indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder. The effectiveness of Cymbalta for longer-term (more than 9 weeks) use has not been systematically evaluated in clinical trials. Cymbalta targets two chemicals, serotonin and norepinephrine, that are believed to play a role in how the brain and body affect mood and pain. Cymbalta is contraindicated in anyone who has shown a sensitivity to duloxetine or any of Cymbalta's inactive ingredients. It should not be used concommitantly with an MAOI. In clinical trials, Cymbalta was associated with increased mydriasis in patients with uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma and should not be used by patients with this condition.

Cymbalta increases the risk of elevated serum transaminase. It has been associated with an increase in blood pressure. Blood pressure should be monitored throughout treatment. Cymbalta till now is generally not being prescribed to pregnant women. Cymbalta is a class C drug, which means that it can and will be passed onto your baby and he or she could develop medical conditions as a result. Many women become pregnant when taking Cymbalta and their doctors typically choose to take them off the drug during the third trimester, when medical complications usually arise as a result of taking this drug. Cymbalta is also known to be passed through the mothers breast milk hence doctors suggest to refrain from taking the drug while breast-feeding an infant. Cymbalta should be used with caution in patients with a history of mania or seizures. Cymbalta is used to treat depression.

Cymbalta can cause the side effects which can deteriorate your thought or reactions. If you are taking Cymbalta Avoid drinking alcohol. Alcohol can increase the risk of damage to your liver. Avoid. Somnolence caused by Cymbalta. Cymbalta can cause the side effects which can deteriorate your thought or reactions. Made attention if you lead or do all that requires you to be waked up and alert. Cymbalta should be administered at a total dose of 40 mg/day (given as 20 mg BID) to 60 mg/day (given either once a day or as 30 mg BID) without regard to meals. Cymbalta is not recommended for patients with end-stage renal disease (requiring dialysis) or in severe renal impairment.

Uses of Cymbalta Medication

Cymbalta Medication use very safely. Cymbalta Medication dose use daily one. It is specially made to release medicine slowly in the body. Do not stop using Cymbalta without first talking to your doctor. Store Cymbalta at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not take the medication in larger amounts and take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. It may take 4 weeks or longer for your symptoms improve. Do not crush, chew, break, or open a delayed-release capsule.

Side Effects of Cymbalta Medication

Cymbalta most common side effects is Nausea, dry mouth, constipation, loss of appetite, fatigue, drowsiness, dizziness, increased sweating, blurred vision, rash and itching and other Less Common Side Effects is Abnormal orgasm; acid or sour stomach; belching; change or problem with ejaculation; decreased interest in sex; difficulty in moving; erectile dysfunction; fear; feeling of warmth or redness of the face, neck, arms and occasionally, upper chest; heartburn; indigestion and joint pain. Generalized anxiety disorder is generally recognized as a chronic condition.

Juliet Cohen writes for drugs and medication. She also writes articles for cymbalta and health information.

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