Posted by Racer on February 11, 2006, at 12:23:37
In reply to Re: First post/ which a.d ? » Robert35, posted by SLS on February 11, 2006, at 9:46:54
I'd say Scott might be on to something with duloxetine, Cymbalta, which is being marketed here in the US for pain, as well as depression. One benefit is that, since you say you've been able to tolerate Effexor, you may be more likely to tolerate Cymbalta, too. They're both SNRIs, although they are different drugs. (I know -- that's obvious, why bother saying it? Because a lot of people -- including doctors -- are calling Cymbalta "Effexor Jr," and that might make people think they're similar in their effects. They are and they aren't, so if Effexor didn't work, it's still worth trying Cymbalta. It sounds as though Effexor might have been somewhat effective for you, but had too many side effects? Cymbalta has a very different side effect profile. It might be just fine for you.)
Otherwise, I defer to Scott's greater knowledge and experience with these drugs. Although I will say that nortiptyline was pretty helpful for me, twenty some years ago.
Good luck.
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