i have been on depression medicine for a very long time but i have been on cymbalta 2 years 60mg and i am very depressed what would be the best thing i could do
i have been on depression medicine for a very long time but i have been on cymbalta 2 years 60mg and i am very depressed what would be the best thing i could do
DJ
Thank you for your question and welcome to AnxietyConnection.com.
It is important for you to contact your doctor and discuss how you are feeling. He or she would be best able to determine if you should try a different medication or adust your dosage.
Exercise has also been found to be helpful in combatting symptoms of depression. Incorporating exercise in your daily routine can help to reduce symptoms. Before starting any exercise program, however, you should consult with your doctor. After you have talked with your doctor, starting with just 10 minutes a day can help.
Eileen
I had the same problem.
Doctors seemed very reluctant to try me on anything different, i went to see them on a regular basis and brought this up to them each time. They did eventually change me onto something new. I have tried a few different types of tablets too and had the same problem but now have found one which i am comfortable with.
Also u may feel as though you are still depressed, i recently found out i am pregnant so i had to stop my tablets completely (cold turkey). although i thought then that i was depressed i realised when i stopped that they were actually helping me a lot more than i realised as at the moment i am suffering a lot worse and seem to be having withdrawel symptoms.
you may find that your tablets are helping you a lot more than u realise.
Also - look into seeking help from a counsellor or professional - i hated the idea of that but it really does help just having someone to talk to sometimes.
I hope some of this may be of some use to you!
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