Posted by stargazer on December 28, 2006, at 7:38:27
In reply to Prozac to Cymbalta. How to Switch?, posted by Pluto on December 28, 2006, at 7:18:46
Why didn't your doctor advise you how to switch over to Cymbalta? That's what they're supposed to do even if someone here can help you, which usually they can. It's just that the doc should be doing this with you so you can understand what may happen in the switch over, like what to look for, when to call him/her, etc.
I thought I had the package insert but I don't...that is usually where I can find that info...Since Prozac has a long half life, you can probably stop it, cold turkey and just start with the Cymbalta.
I would probably only take 30 mg for a week or so and see what effects it has...then increase to 60 mg after a week as long as you're doing oK...Just my opinion, since I have huge med side effects on higher doses.
SG
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