Cymbalta - anyone take this?

[Michelle T]

I finally saw a psychiatrist about my lifelong struggle with very severe anxiety, and current depression.

I'm going to be starting short-term therapy to help with my many phobias and anxiety issues, and the doctor also is having me start on Cymbalta. I did take Zoloft years ago, and it was helpful, but he feels Cymbalta is better for anxiety.

I know anti-depressants can really vary in the side effects for different people, but would love to hear from those having experience with Cymbalta. My biggest concerns are weight gain, and losing interest in s*x.
Michelle T

[3littlekeets]

I take Cymbalta for depression (and as a great side effect, it has reduced my migraines!). I have not had any weight gain issues, nor decreased sex drive. I do have to take it at the same time every night or I do see big relapses, very quickly! I'll get exhausted, irrational, and irritable within 12 hours.

The first few weeks I was annoyed b/c I felt like I was wasting money. But, around week 3, my own DH commented that I seemed like I had a been in a great mood. My work also improved dramatically b/c it reduced my brain fog!

But, everyone is different....

[Karen sn]

My best friend could be the spokesperson for Cymbalta.
She swears by it.
I have thought about trying it myself - but bi-polar people are tricky when it comes to meds. I do good if I keep up with my amino acids......but sometimes I'd like more!
I haven't heard of any really bad side effects.