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Is Cymbalta 10mg Available?
I have taken Cymbalta in the past, and find it is the best med for me, but 20 mg. is just too much. I got tired of trying to divide the capsules in half, and have switched to another med, but it has made me gain weight. can Cymbalta come in a 10 mg. strength, or in tablet form so that I can easily cut it in half?
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Hi,
Cymbalta is the brand name by which generic salt duloxetine is being marketed. At this time no other brand of duloxetine, other than Cymbalta is available in market. This is available in the form of capsule and no tablet form is available for this brand.
However, I just want to know, if you are taking 10 mg of Cymbalta, under guidance of your doctor. As, I think that generally the minimum effective dose of Cymbalta is 30 mg and not below 20 mg in any case. Hence, I will advise you to consult your doctor about this and start taking the appropriate dose or some other salt under his/her guidance.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Satnarain Bansal, General & Family Physician
Cymbalta is the brand name by which generic salt duloxetine is being marketed. At this time no other brand of duloxetine, other than Cymbalta is available in market. This is available in the form of capsule and no tablet form is available for this brand.
However, I just want to know, if you are taking 10 mg of Cymbalta, under guidance of your doctor. As, I think that generally the minimum effective dose of Cymbalta is 30 mg and not below 20 mg in any case. Hence, I will advise you to consult your doctor about this and start taking the appropriate dose or some other salt under his/her guidance.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Satnarain Bansal, General & Family Physician
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Hi,
Cymbalta (duloxetine) is available in several strengths, including 20, 30, and 60 mg capsules. It is also available in a 20 mg oral delayed-release pellet (capsule), a 60mg oral delayed-release pellet (capsule), and a 30mg oral tablet.
If a 10mg strength is unavailable, you can try splitting the 20mg capsule, but remember that it may not be as accurate as taking a tablet specifically made in a 10mg strength. It's always best to check with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your medication regimen.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Cymbalta (duloxetine) is available in several strengths, including 20, 30, and 60 mg capsules. It is also available in a 20 mg oral delayed-release pellet (capsule), a 60mg oral delayed-release pellet (capsule), and a 30mg oral tablet.
If a 10mg strength is unavailable, you can try splitting the 20mg capsule, but remember that it may not be as accurate as taking a tablet specifically made in a 10mg strength. It's always best to check with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your medication regimen.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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