Posted by Avalon on June 27, 2006, at 21:54:58
In reply to Re: Cymbalta withdrawal-itching, posted by kparis on June 27, 2006, at 13:36:21
Hi Kesta -- I wasn't on the Cymbalta long enough to experience weight gain. On these and other threads, I have seen complaints of weight gain with amitryptiline and similar drugs. Since my doctor wants me to try Pamelor (nortryptiline) next, I am really NOT looking forward to putting on the lbs.
I'm glad you are somewhat better. I am still experiencing dizzy spells and nausea occasionally. It seems to be alleviated with the Ultram, as Scott had indicated it might in a previous message. But I don't think the Ultram is very effective for the pain so I'll probably stop that soon....and I bet the withdrawal symptoms start up again!
Now that you are off Cymbalta, will it be easier to lose the weight? Does the drug itself cause weight gain, or is it because the drug makes you hungry and you gain weight from all the eating to satisfy the hunger?
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