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Are Nausea And Headaches Side Effects Of Cymbalta?

I started on Cymbalta 30 mg last week for depression and lower back pain and right knee pain(having knee replacement in August) I am a female, 67 years old. I was given this drug by my neurologist as I also have peripheral neuropathy. I cannot sleep, am nauseated, cannot keep any food on my stomach, and I am having headaches? I discontinued because I am not eating; have not taken since Friday night. I had been on Amitripyline 75mg since 2000 and was weaned off of it. Are these symptoms to be expected? Should I start back on it?
Thu, 26 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

These symptoms are common side effects of Cymbalta.
Usually they go away on its own in a few days.
If the symptoms continue you should consult your doctor for an alternative medication.

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Are Nausea And Headaches Side Effects Of Cymbalta?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. These symptoms are common side effects of Cymbalta. Usually they go away on its own in a few days. If the symptoms continue you should consult your doctor for an alternative medication. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.