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Posted by Maxime on February 2, 2008, at 13:48:16
Hi
I've read a lot of info on Cymbalta and most it says that Cymbalta causes WEIGHT LOSS. However, I don't believe that was the case with people on PB who tried the med.
I know that everyone responds differently, but did you gain or lose on Cymbalta? Also, were there any side effects that you could not tolerate.
Thank you.
Maxime
Posted by kezia on February 2, 2008, at 14:13:22
In reply to Cymbalta - weight gain or loss?, posted by Maxime on February 2, 2008, at 13:48:16
I have no experience with it, but I did read peoples' experiences with on aboutdepression.com and many were reporting weight loss. For some, it had appetite-suppressing qualities.
> Hi
>
> I've read a lot of info on Cymbalta and most it says that Cymbalta causes WEIGHT LOSS. However, I don't believe that was the case with people on PB who tried the med.
>
> I know that everyone responds differently, but did you gain or lose on Cymbalta? Also, were there any side effects that you could not tolerate.
>
> Thank you.
>
> Maxime
Posted by Maxime on February 2, 2008, at 15:15:47
In reply to Re: Cymbalta - weight gain or loss? » Maxime, posted by kezia on February 2, 2008, at 14:13:22
> I have no experience with it, but I did read peoples' experiences with on aboutdepression.com and many were reporting weight loss. For some, it had appetite-suppressing qualities.
>I hope you are right. I looked at old PB posts and people reported a large weight gain. It's hard to know what it will do.
Maxime
Posted by Bob on February 2, 2008, at 16:04:05
In reply to Cymbalta - weight gain or loss?, posted by Maxime on February 2, 2008, at 13:48:16
> Hi
>
> I've read a lot of info on Cymbalta and most it says that Cymbalta causes WEIGHT LOSS. However, I don't believe that was the case with people on PB who tried the med.
>
> I know that everyone responds differently, but did you gain or lose on Cymbalta? Also, were there any side effects that you could not tolerate.
>
> Thank you.
>
> Maxime
My sister is taking it and she's gaining weight, without question.
Posted by Maxime on February 2, 2008, at 16:26:32
In reply to Re: Cymbalta - weight gain or loss? » Maxime, posted by Bob on February 2, 2008, at 16:04:05
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> My sister is taking it and she's gaining weight, without question.
>Crap. I wonder if it messes with one's metabolism or if diet and exercise can keep the weight gain away.
Maxime
Posted by Phillipa on February 2, 2008, at 19:36:55
In reply to Re: Cymbalta - weight gain or loss? » Bob, posted by Maxime on February 2, 2008, at 16:26:32
No weight gain for me. Phillipa
Posted by Maxime on February 2, 2008, at 20:07:22
In reply to Re: Cymbalta - weight gain or loss? » Maxime, posted by Phillipa on February 2, 2008, at 19:36:55
> No weight gain for me. Phillipa
How long were you on it?
Maxime
Posted by Phillipa on February 2, 2008, at 20:58:15
In reply to Re: Cymbalta - weight gain or loss? » Phillipa, posted by Maxime on February 2, 2008, at 20:07:22
Three months 60mg a record for me. Phillipa
Posted by Maxime on February 3, 2008, at 8:30:04
In reply to Re: Cymbalta - weight gain or loss? » Maxime, posted by Phillipa on February 2, 2008, at 20:58:15
> Three months 60mg a record for me. Phillipa
Probably not enough time to gain or lose weight. Maybe ... I don't know.
MAxime
Posted by rskontos on February 4, 2008, at 13:32:59
In reply to Re: Cymbalta - weight gain or loss? » Phillipa, posted by Maxime on February 3, 2008, at 8:30:04
Maxi, I was on cymbalta for over a year. I did not have problems with weight gain or loss until I began my taper and then I started having cravings. Namely sugar cravings....you can counter the cravings with protein servings. There is website that can help with the cravings induced by certain drugs. I will look it up if you are interested. I never remember the web address. I was though at my ideal weight when I went onto cymbalta. I was on 60 mg. for over a year. rsk
Posted by Maxime on February 4, 2008, at 15:49:36
In reply to Re: Cymbalta - weight gain or loss? » Maxime, posted by rskontos on February 4, 2008, at 13:32:59
Thank you! That is comforting to now. I am starting Cymbalta at the end of the week. I pray it helps.
Maxime
Posted by simcha on February 4, 2008, at 19:38:17
In reply to Re: Cymbalta - weight gain or loss? » rskontos, posted by Maxime on February 4, 2008, at 15:49:36
I have been on 60mg of Cymbalta for over a year now and I've found it to be weight-neutral.
Here's my mix:
WellbutrinXL 300mg per day
Cymbalta 60mg per day
Clonazepam .5-1mg per dayI got off of Neurontin and started Clonazepam about 5 months ago... And so far, no weight-loss but no weight gain. I was gaining steadily on Neurontin.
Posted by rskontos on February 4, 2008, at 21:58:16
In reply to Re: Cymbalta - weight gain or loss? » rskontos, posted by Maxime on February 4, 2008, at 15:49:36
Maxi, now I did have issues until I reached the maximum dosage so be prepared. Until I got to 60 mg. I did not get relief. But everyone is different and I was only on cymbalta nothing else. You probably have other drugs to help with your titrate up. good luck
rsk
Posted by Maxime on February 5, 2008, at 12:09:52
In reply to Re: Cymbalta - weight gain or loss? » Maxime, posted by simcha on February 4, 2008, at 19:38:17
That is good news! I will continue taking my Wellbutrin (300 mg) with the Cymbalta. I am waiting for it to arrive at the pharmacy.
I hope my experience is the same as yours!
Maxime
Posted by MidnightBlue on February 5, 2008, at 14:26:18
In reply to Re: Cymbalta - weight gain or loss? » simcha, posted by Maxime on February 5, 2008, at 12:09:52
Maxime,
I thought the doc took you off Wellbutrin the last time you were in the hospital?
MB
Posted by Maxime on February 5, 2008, at 16:20:15
In reply to Re: Cymbalta - weight gain or loss? » Maxime, posted by MidnightBlue on February 5, 2008, at 14:26:18
She did because I have an ED. But my own pdoc put me back on it. I am really not worried about having a seizure. I just want to find some relief from this depression.
MAxime
Posted by Maxime on February 7, 2008, at 10:54:12
In reply to Re: Cymbalta - weight gain or loss? » MidnightBlue, posted by Maxime on February 5, 2008, at 16:20:15
The pharmacy had to order the Cymbalta for me. I still don't have it. I want it NOW. Although, the higher dosage of Wellbutrin is making me feel a little better. I am not as tired on the higher dosage (300 mg) but 200 mg was making me tired.
Maxime
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