What to expect when getting off of Cymbalta?!
Question: What to expect when getting off of Cymbalta.?
I am getting off of Cymbalta after 3 1/2 years. I take it for panic attacks, which have been very severe in my past. I have been having panic attacks for about 8 years and after getting off of other meds they have gotten worse. I am making the desicion b/c my husband and I want to begin planning another child and I dont want to be on meds when that happens. Im nervous about the side effects though my doctor says I can stop cold turkey and it would be fine. Im not buying that. Any thoughts.?Health Question & Answer
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I would taper off if I were you, it is not easy to do it cold turkey, and you are taking it for a reason, so consider carefully. You will be incapicated if you stop suddenly. Brain zaps are just one symptom of withdrawing, you will also experience anxiety and depression, going back to your untreated state. Health Question & Answer
Your question does not mention whether you have addressed your panic attacks with therapy, that would teach you new ways to deal with your stress. Assuming you've not yet had therapy, and have used medication only, then the stopping of medication can be predictable.
Whatever your symptoms were when you started the medication, can be expected to return when the medication is stopped.
To maximize the benefit of time on medications minimizing panic attacks consider a course of therapy before stopping the meds.Health Question & Answer
Whatever your symptoms were when you started the medication, can be expected to return when the medication is stopped.
To maximize the benefit of time on medications minimizing panic attacks consider a course of therapy before stopping the meds.Health Question & Answer