I have been on Cymbalta for over 10 years; I have recently increased my dose to 120 mg a day, but I still experience depression, anxiety, and a lack of interest in things that were of interest to me. I sleep alot and on days off will sleep very late; I have trouble getting out of bed im the morning, at the same time, I have difficulty staying asleep at night. I have tried to wean myself off this drug under a doctor's supervision, but hit a major wall at 20 mg; which led to panic attacks. What… read more
I'm on Cymbalta and Abilify. Abilify is kind of a booster for me.... Although I'm still depressed, I "function better" daily.
Just wanted to say I understand what yo’re talking about when saying you hit a wall trying to get off Cymbalta. I was slow tapering after a previous cold turkey drop and even with that I hit a wall about halfway. I realized I can never get off this drug. Doc upped my dose and still trying to stabilize
I am on Cymbalta (cannot seem to wean off...I hit a wall when I did that!), Risperdal, Klonopin, and Ambien and Trazodone for sleep!!! This is a good combination for the first time in 20 years. I have now had 3 days in a row of good days!!!
Best of luck to you! It certainly seems that my combination could really help you!!!