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Dr. Andrew Rynne

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I Was Prescribed Cymbalta For My Transverse Militas. I Had

I was prescribed cymbalta for my transverse militas. I had tried several other drugs with no effect. Cymbalta did work however the side effects such as high weight gain and drinking large amounts of alcohol was becoming a problem.

I discussed this with my specialist and she indicated that cymbalta can cause weight gain and in some cases addition to alcohol if taken over a long time. So i requested to by taken off gradually which I am now cymbalta free for the last 2 weeks.

I am now experiencing pain in my back and tingling in my toes which I believe is the transverse militas.

Can you recommend a drug for this condition which does not cause weight gain or other serious side effects.

regards

Julie
posted on Wed, 23 Mar 2016
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