When is the best time of day to take Cymbalta for fibromyalgia?

It is best to take duloxetine at the same time each day. Most people take it in the morning. If you find that you feel drowsy after taking it in the morning, try taking it in the evening.

How much Cymbalta should I take for fibromyalgia?

The recommended CYMBALTA dosage is 60 mg once daily in adults with fibromyalgia. Begin treatment at 30 mg once daily for 1 week, to allow patients to adjust to CYMBALTA before increasing to 60 mg once daily. Some patients may respond to the starting dosage.

How do I know if Cymbalta is working?

Sleep, energy, or appetite may show some improvement within the first 1-2 weeks. Improvement in these physical symptoms can be an important early signal that the medication is working. Depressed mood and lack of interest in activities may need up to 6-8 weeks to fully improve.

Does Cymbalta help with fibro fatigue?

Antidepressants like duloxetine (Cymbalta) and milnacipran HCL (Savella) are sometimes used to treat pain and fatigue from fibromyalgia. These medications may also help improve sleep quality and work on rebalancing neurotransmitters.

How effective is Cymbalta for nerve pain?

Duloxetine at 60 mg daily is effective in treating painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy in the short term, with a risk ratio (RR) for ≥ 50% pain reduction at 12 weeks of 1.73 (95% CI 1.44 to 2.08).

Does Cymbalta help with inflammation?

Duloxetine is not used to treat inflammatory arthritis.

Does Cymbalta work right away?

Duloxetine normally takes 2 to 4 weeks to work. It may take longer if you’re taking it for nerve pain. Common side effects include feeling sick, a dry mouth, headache, constipation and feeling sleepy. These side effects are usually mild and go away after a couple of weeks.

What is the peak time for Cymbalta?

Peak concentrations are reached approximately six hours after a dose. Full clinical effects (including relief from depression, anxiety, or pain) may not occur for several weeks.

Does Cymbalta give you more energy?

Taking Cymbalta can improve mood, sleep, appetite and energy levels while also decreasing nervousness. For medical conditions such as chronic back pain and fibromyalgia, it works to relieve pain.

How long does it take for Cymbalta to kick in?

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