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Has anyone taking these drugs together? I take lyrica for years but new doc who is helping with my ptsd prescribed cymbalta to take as well. I read research that these two together help fibro better than alone. I don’t like starting new drugs and feel anxious about it. Wondering if it is worth the try or not. Hubby will probably say not but I need help to manage my mental health and physical. Idk. Lmk what you guys think. Gentle hugs

April 7, 2021
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Members responded to a question about taking Lyrica and Cymbalta together, with many sharing that they have used both medications for years... Read more

Members responded to a question about taking Lyrica and Cymbalta together, with many sharing that they have used both medications for years and found the combination helpful for nerve pain, fibromyalgia, and depression. Several members noted positive long-term experiences, while others shared that the combination did not work for them or caused sensitivity issues, and one member raised an important concern about serotonin syndrome when combining these medications. A recurring theme was that individual responses vary greatly, and consulting a pharmacist about drug interactions was encouraged alongside working closely with a trusted doctor.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I'm on cymbalta only. Been for years. Doesn't help anymore but my family doctor said nothing else to give me. I tried Lyrica but made me sick so stopped

April 14, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have been on cymbalta. Dr just added lyrica and had to up it quite a bit. I’m still dealing with the tiredness of it but I do see a difference.

April 8, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

I am on lyrica and cymbalta for years now. Significant improvement in my nerve pains and FM symptoms. It was the key to helping my chostrochondroitis.

April 7, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

I took them together for a very short time. And had to come off both. but I am also super sensitive to ssris

April 7, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

I started on lyrica first then my Dr added cymbalta a couple years later for my spinal stenosis. I have never had a problem and still take them 9 years later.

April 7, 2021

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