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Can Cymbalta Be Taken For Depression?

I just picked up a prescription for Cymbalta. I ve never taken it before. My Doctor recommended it because my Lexipro didn t seem to be working well any longer. I was so depressed after the election I was feeling paralyzed. He thought this might be a good change. After reading the side effects I m questioning the success I might have with it. I m a 73 year old woman and never been depressive in my life except when my daughter attempted suicide.
Tue, 3 Jan 2017
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Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.

I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

In severe depression case antidepressants drug can be used. Consult a psychiatrist for further treatment. Don't depend on antidepressant drug only. Do some lifestyle modifications like regular exercise, meditation and yoga. Aerobic exercise is also helpful.

Take a well balanced diet and have eight hour sleep. Stay connected with your friends and family. Read motivational articles. Don't take alcohol, don't drink and smoke. Cognitive behavioral therapy will be helpful to you. Behaviour therapy alter your thoughts and decrease negative thoughts. Consult a psychiatrist for further treatment.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Rachana Goswami
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Can Cymbalta Be Taken For Depression?

Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. In severe depression case antidepressants drug can be used. Consult a psychiatrist for further treatment. Don t depend on antidepressant drug only. Do some lifestyle modifications like regular exercise, meditation and yoga. Aerobic exercise is also helpful. Take a well balanced diet and have eight hour sleep. Stay connected with your friends and family. Read motivational articles. Don t take alcohol, don t drink and smoke. Cognitive behavioral therapy will be helpful to you. Behaviour therapy alter your thoughts and decrease negative thoughts. Consult a psychiatrist for further treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Rachana Goswami