Hello, since I followed this board very closely while tapering, I wanted to post a follow up for those just beginning or looking for relief from withdrawal.
I tapered from 60mg by counting beads. It took several weeks. I am now 9 weeks completely free of Cymbalta! Woohoo!
During the 8 weeks of withdrawal after my final dose, I still experienced tummy upset, fevers, and brain zaps. But I wanted to post that almost like clockwork at the 8week mark, it all stopped. In this 9th week, I am happy to report NO fevers or brainzaps! or any other withdrawal issues.
I do still have issues with light sensitivity. However, while taking Cymbalta I had been unable to drive at night....I am now back to driving!
Unfortunately, I do not have a specific tip where I can say "this is what helped." I take several vitamins: B12, which many on here take. A Multi vitamin, magnesium. And I did gentle exercise like yoga. Also, drank Propel fitness water to keep hydrated.
I took Cymbalta for grief, and have not replaced it with any other medication. I am working one on one with a yoga instructor, and allow myself to have some 'off' days for healing.
I know we all have taken Cymbalta for different reasons. But the horrible withdrawal is our common issue. Just wanted to post that I made it! And you can do it!!!
Update: Relief After 8Weeks
Started by Stepmom, Oct 22 2010 12:13 AM
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Posted 22 October 2010 - 12:56 AM
Dear Stepmom:
Thank you for the follow up, it is very useful.
I also take B vitamins and do yoga. It is so great that you take off days for healing.
I am down to 8mg from 60mg. It is getting tougher.
I would like to know how was the last stage of weaning??? How big or small were your last drops?? What symptoms did you have when you were at lower dosages????
I read that you have not replaced it with any other medication. After this experience I do not want to take any other antidepressant. However I have to go down to zero and see how I feel, to let the real me come into the surface. I do not remember who I am anymore after so many years of medication, side effects and withdrawals.
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Thank you for the follow up, it is very useful.
I also take B vitamins and do yoga. It is so great that you take off days for healing.
I am down to 8mg from 60mg. It is getting tougher.
I would like to know how was the last stage of weaning??? How big or small were your last drops?? What symptoms did you have when you were at lower dosages????
I read that you have not replaced it with any other medication. After this experience I do not want to take any other antidepressant. However I have to go down to zero and see how I feel, to let the real me come into the surface. I do not remember who I am anymore after so many years of medication, side effects and withdrawals.
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