42nd Cymbalta Update - Feeling Okay

August 15, 2026··

Feeling okay. Been having bouts of gi upset, irritability, nausea, and tinnitus. There has been a slight improvement in my digestive sensitivity, but I'm still experiencing symptoms that come in waves. It's very exhausting.

Duloxi’s taper progress

Dose (mg)

Mood (/10)

Cymbalta — 15mg(12mg) — 17 Jahre — holding -with clinician - 90 mg – 2021: First tapering attempt.
60 mg – 2023: Second tapering attempt.
With a doctor's supervision—but unfortunately, a doctor who doesn't know how to properly taper off an antidepressant.

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CatinaAug 15

Community AnchorEffexor

Sorry you're having a rough time. This process stinks, there's no other way to put it. I'm glad you're holding your dose for now. Sending you lots of support! 💗

Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 17.92 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Levothyroxine - 25 mcg

“Your brain and body know how to heal. Trust the process and keep going.”

Please Note: I am not a healthcare professional. Any advice given is based on personal experience and that of others in the lay withdrawal community.

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