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Clonazepam and Cymbalta

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Rogers, AR

Do you any of you take an antidepressant like cymbalta along with a benzodiazepine like clonazepam? My doctor put me on Cymbalta this week, but I get the most physical relief from a benzo. However, he is telling me no cause they're so addictive. Which I know that.

February 20, 2019
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Members shared their experiences taking Cymbalta and clonazepam together, with many confirming they use both medications despite warnings... Read more

Members shared their experiences taking Cymbalta and clonazepam together, with many confirming they use both medications despite warnings about addiction, finding that low doses of benzodiazepines help manage anxiety and stress that can worsen fibromyalgia symptoms. Several members described extremely difficult withdrawal experiences from Cymbalta, including severe pain, hallucinations, electrical shock sensations, nausea, and memory issues, with multiple people hospitalized or requiring months to recover after stopping the medication abruptly. A recurring theme was the importance of finding what works for your individual body, with many members emphasizing that CBD oil, slowly adjusting doses, and staying on effective medications long-term can be more beneficial than constantly switching treatments, even when doctors express concern about dependency.

A MyFibroTeam Member

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February 26, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

I am sure big beliver in CBD, as it also helps me. Do you have it dailey, what format and how much per day, if u don't mind me asking . CBD is not at all new for me .But lately with Cannibis becoming legal in Canada where I live , New studies are being done and finally I feel people are paying some attention to herb that is not Pyscho active . Really glad it helps you

February 22, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

Missa, Of all the antidepressants I have been on I felt Effexor had the least side effects.

February 22, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

I take Cymbalta and benzos. I take .25 in the AM and .25 before I go home from work. Those tend to be my most stressful points of the day so I try to alleviate additional symptoms from coming on. I take the lowest dose of Cymbalta and worked my way up slowly. I still only take 15mg of the 20mg pill bc I have major sensitivities to medication. My doctor also has said benzos are just a bandaid...well yes, that is correct but do you have bandaids in your house? YEP.

February 21, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

I took Prozac for years, nothing anymore.

February 20, 2019

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