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Question - My doctor suggested the generic form of Cymbalta for my worsening joint pain due to a congenital joint issue. It's gotten worse as I age. I am hesitant to take it because I thought these types of meds might cause weight gain, which is opposite of what I'm trying to do. Has anyone else used this medicine and still been able to lose weight on the WW plan too? I think if I could get the pain under control, I might be able to move a little more which will help. However, I don't want to make it any harder to lose.  

Answer 1

Ask dr for a different meds or get a second opinion maybe from a pain dr?  

Answer 2

I’m currently on the generic Cymbalta. One of the side effects is actually weight loss. I have lost weight on it. But I also strongly suggest getting a therapist as it is an antidepressant.  

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@camorra. I had better luck with weight loss and nerve pain with Topamax.  

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Topamax has its own list of side effects and I gave my account. Not yours. And honestly, Facebook isn’t where anyone should be getting medical advice because we don’t know the full reason that the doctor is suggesting it.  

Answer 3

I take cymbalta and I've lost 26 lbs on ww

Answer 4

I was taking it and my family dr chanced it because i didn’t see any difference in my joints and I gained weight while I was on it

Answer 5

I have psoriatic arthritis. I take it with other meds as well and pain has improved and I’ve lost 47 lbs!  

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I’m on it and have lost weight. No issues. My pain is nerve related from a rare spinal condition but it took my leg pain from an 8 to a 2. It’s worth a try but you must taper down and not just stop taking it if you choose to stop.  

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I am on it for fibromyalgia, have gained 20 lbs since I started it, trying to lose but it's not coming off.  

Answer 8

I take it and have lost 47 lbs since June.  

Answer 9

I take Simponi injections every two months for severe RA. pills did not work at all. The pills nor injections cause weight gain or interfere with weight loss. just my mind does

Answer 10

I started taking it for neuropathy. Going to get off it. Severe night sweats.  

Answer 11

I am a nurse and a former pharma rep. I went through a lot of pain and depression last year. Cymbalta is the drug I launched my pharma career with and I would hear testimony after testimony about how it saved peoples' lives. Matter of fact, both of my sisters are on it and swear by it. Well. let me tell you I will never try it again. I feel lucky to be alive. 3 weeks after starting It, I woke in the middle of the night with chest pains, the inability to urinate which I perceived to be kidneys shutting down. Nevertheless, I have started naturopathic remedies and I feel like a new person. ❤

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What remedies. Have foot neuropathy and don't know what to do.  

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@mellon , what naturopathic remedied are you using

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@mellon did you get the brain zaps coming off of it ?  

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@selfdeceit yes

Answer 12

My husband has used it for years! It helps his skeletal pain so much! He has had 4 back surgeries and is not on opioids anymore! He has not gained weight!  

Answer 13

Hi @curcio I sent you a friend request so I can send you a link

Answer 14

Cymbalta no good for me, makes me hungry and tired  

Answer 15

I tried it for 5 days for sciatic nerve pain and I stopped it cause it caused headaches and nausea and tired .  

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Made me very tired

Answer 17

That’s unusual for joint pain. I took Mobic for joint pain for years and recently changed to Celebrex. They are both NSAIDs.  

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@crazyweed yes and will eat the lining in your stomach up. Watch them! It's happened to me.  

Answer 18

Lost 97 pounds taking it.  

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@impair the topic is can you lose weight while taking a certain medication for joint pain.  

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@impair the medication mentioned on the post.  

Answer 19

I’ve been on Duloxitine (generic for Cymbalta) for years, as has my husband. No issues for either of us. He has lost 28 lbs since the beginning of January and I have lost 18 lbs. Don’t let all of these stories scare you. Try it and see how YOU do! Good luck.  

Answer 20

Currently on Cymbalta/Duloxitine for years now. I don't think it caused any of my weight gain. but know it helps with pain :) I have lost weight.  

Answer 21

It helps my pain. I lost wt on this med 90 lbs

Answer 22

Have you thought about cutting out gluten from your diet? I did bc if stomach problems and my joint pain went away. I didn’t even realize that was a symptom. It may not be the cause of yours but it’s something to think about.  

Answer 23

I was on that years ago. I didn’t like the way it made me feel. About killed me coming off of it. Serious withdrawals.  

Answer 24

It did nothing for my pain. I have lots of issues from the neck to the toes. Good Luck!  

Answer 25

I have been taking cymbal tea for years. It took me two years to lose sixty pounds. Have to really work to keep it off. It works but slowly. Good luck

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I have no stomach problems

Answer 27

I have rheumatoid arthritis and I tried cymbalta, it did not help my pain. Every person is different.  

Answer 28

It's congenital. Do both. The more weight u lose the less meds u will have to take for relief. Don't suffer.  

Answer 29

I was on cymbalta my blood pressure went up to much , , it never help my pain , ,  

Answer 30

I found glucosamine/chondroinin and collagen really seem to help

Answer 31

I have an auto immune disease as well. I take an ssri, similar. There is a huge impact on pain vs the perception of pain. That’s why they are recommended for pain. You may gain some weight in the first 2 months and or so, but if you stay on ww you won’t. The clinical studies for most ssri and snri show both weight loss and weight gain.  

Answer 32

Difficult to stop taking once you are on it.  

Answer 33

I started taking CBD oil a year ago and have no problems with my thumbs or knees now.  

Answer 34

Today you can get the CBD oil just about any store . Even my gas station has it. Question is where do you get your CBD oil from ? I want to try it .  

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@scilicet Gonzalez I get it at our local pharmacy and also have bought it in a health food store. Its expensive but you put a few drops under your tongue. it lasts a long time.  

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Thank you .  

Answer 35

I know nothing about this particular drug but if it controls pain you are able to do more (walk, exercise, ride a bike, etc) and that done regularly will help control weight gain.  

Answer 36

I am using it & it has helped me immensely. I have lupus & arthritis. I take it, plaquenil, & an occasional tylenol. I have actually lost about 12-18 pounds depending on when I weigh. I feel more like moving. If you take it the main thing to remember is don't stop it without tapering down!  

Answer 37

I take 90 mg I am on we also. Losing weight slowly

Answer 38

I'm on Cymbalta and have been able to lose weight.  

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I was able to

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It helps me immensely!  

Answer 41

I am on Cymbalta and am down 40 plus lbs and hit goal.  

Answer 42

I’m still taking it. Down 35 pounds

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I take it with no problem it will help!  

Answer 44

If you are in Canada check out the GLA:d program. Also did you know that people with OA have improvement with weight loss AND if they increase their 26gms of fibre. I’m in the middle of the glad program and it has been amazing. Check it out.  

Answer 45

Try anti' inflammatory diet no white, bread, rice, sugar or potatoes less red meat.  

Answer 46

I used it 6 or 7 years ago for over a year with no extra weight gain. I quit using it because I had IBS diarrhea the entire time I used it. Just a bad side effect.  

Answer 47

Add turmeric to smoothies or put a teaspoon in some water and down it. It helps the pain in my hands tremendously

Answer 48

Yes I've taking it for several yrs Lost 30 lbs to have hip surgery.  

Answer 49

They are all quick to flip you a pill. See a rheumatologist first to work you up to find the exact reason for your joint pain. I’m happy I did. My primary kept telling me it was something completely different. I discovered an autoimmune disorder and now it is managed by the correct medication. This was life changing.  

Answer 50

Go get a information print out from your pharmacy and speak to the pharmacist.  

Answer 51

Is Cymbalta a prescription drug?  

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@mclaughlin2749 Yes.  

Answer 52

Is this real! What’s the point of losing weight if you can’t move and have pain? How much weight do you think it will make you gain. Take your meds! It’s important

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@cosmology Not nice.  

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@agglomeration796 was not intended to be “not nice”. Taking care of physical ailments is important. I apologize if it came across as anything else

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@cosmology thank you Lady Bug !