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The Side Effects Of Cymbalta
Side effects are something that many of us weigh very heavily when choosing an antidepressant, especially if there have been bad experiences with other drugs. Thankfully, the newer antidepressants on the market tend to have less negative side effects than they used to, so you can really find a balance between the positive and not so positive effects of a drug. Cymbalta tends to work for a lot of people, keep in mind that any side effects listed do not apply to every person that takes the drug, and a lot of the side effects are temporary and seem to go away after a few days or weeks of use. In ten percent of the clinical trial population dry mouth, nausea, and constipation were experienced as a result of taking Cymbalta. The majority of these patients saw a drastic improvement of the symptoms after fourteen days on Cymbalta, which means their body was just becoming accustomed to the drug. While these are annoying symptoms, they are probably worth getting through for a few days or weeks so that you can improve the quality of your life. Only you can judge whether these are symptoms you can deal with, though they are common of most antidepressants on the market today. One percent to less than ten percent of the population experienced temporary decreased appetite and weight loss once starting Cymbalta. Insomnia may result from Cymbalta use, or on the flip side you may experience excessive sleepiness or fatigue. Loss of libido and lack of orgasm were also experienced by this small population as well as problems with erection and ejaculation. One to less than ten percent also experienced dizziness, tremor, blurred vision, hot flashes, diarrhea or vomiting. A small percentage of patients also reported increased sweating when taking Cymbalta. In less than one percentage of men urinary hesitancy occurred as a result of taking Cymbalta. In a minute percent of the population the drug may also cause dilated pupils, and low blood sodium may occur, especially in older people. If you experience an allergic reaction to Cymbalta such as difficulty breathing, swelling in the throat, or hives you should seek medical attention immediately. You’ll also want to seek medical attention if you experience irregular pulse, low blood pressure often marked by dizziness or weakness, high blood pressure marked by a severe headache and blurred vision, chills or fever, unusual bleeding, or unexplained bruising. These are all more serious reactions and you’ll want to seek immediate medical attention. You should keep taking Cymbalta but call your doctor for an appointment if you experience headache, nervousness, tremor, or anxiety. Difficulty concentrating, constipation, nausea, dry mouth, or changes in appetite are also indications that you might want to call your doctor and discuss the medication or particular dosage you are on. Insomnia or sexual problems are also issues you’ll want to discuss with your doctor at your next appointment. These are less severe drug reactions and you’ll want to call or your doctor or bring them to his or her attention at your next appointment. Suicidal thoughts and behavior may occur during Cymbalta treatment or soon after withdrawal. Balancing the chemicals in the brain with an antidepressant often causes behavior inconsistent with the patient, and suicidal thoughts are not uncommon. If you are having suicidal thoughts before beginning Cymbalta treatment you’ll want to speak with your doctor about this. If at any time during the course of your treatment, you begin to feel suicidal, having even fleeting thoughts of suicide, you should contact your doctor right away to discuss whether or not Cymbalta is the right drug choice for you. Luckily, the majority of people do not experience any of these symptoms. Those listed as experienced by ten percent of the population are the most common symptoms and they usually disappear after a very short period of time. While some of the symptoms may be slightly annoying in the beginning, give the Cymbalta a chance, provided you are not experiencing serious complications. Your body will need time to adjust to Cymbalta, as it will with any drug or antidepressant. Stick with Cymbalta, and you may see that despite a couple symptoms, your life is much improved as a result. |
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