Does Cymbalta Work?
Pronounced: (dull-OX-eh-teen)
Uses
Duloxetine is used to treat major depression and anxiety. In addition, duloxetine is used to relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes. It is also used to treat pain caused by a condition called fibromyalgia that affects the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and supporting tissues.
This medication is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) that works by helping to restore the balance of...
Read moreMore information on "Does Cymbalta Work?"
From Our Experts
Cymbalta Study Shows Reduction in Chronic Low Back Pain
If Cymbalta (duloxetine) sounds familiar, it may be because it recently received FDA approval for the management of fibromyalgia. Now a... Read more »
Cymbalta Discontinuation Syndrome
Using an antidepressant for chronic pain might seem simple enough, but did you know that getting off an antidepressant can be a horrific... Read more »
Member Medication Review: Cymbalta
Hello everyone! I hope you all are having a decent week. I don't know about you but I just can't get used to these days getting dark... Read more »
A Comparison of Fibromyalgia Medications: Lyrica, Cymbalta and Savella
As of this writing, three medications have been approved by the FDA for the treatment of fibromyalgia: Lyrica (pregabalin), Cymbalta... Read more »
FDA Approves Cymbalta for Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
The FDA has now approved Cymbalta (duloxetine) to treat chronic musculoskeletal pain, including discomfort from osteoarthritis and chronic... Read more »
From Our Sources
FDA Panel Recommends Cymbalta for Back, Knee Pain
A panel of experts that advises the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has recommended that the antidepressant Cymbalta be approved to treat people... Read more »
Lyrica may be better than Cymbalta for chemo-induced neuropath...
Lyrica may be a good option for cancer patients suffering from the numb fingers and toes associated with chemotherapy-induced neuropathy. According... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
