Why do Cymbalta Reps lie?

[Anonymous]

OK I'm gonna go out on a limb here and hope for a half way serious response...

I'm a pharma rep, but don't sell in the SSRI category, and I've just been prescribed Cymbalta 30 and even though I've only taken it twice, I can feel a noticeable difference in me. I'm taking it for GAD and I must say that my regular symptoms of anxiety (hard heart beat, choked up) are doing better, but I am having some terrible side effects. I can't sleep, but I stretch like I just woke every five minutes and I feel super restless. Is this normal? There's only so much a PI will tell me. On one hand I'm glad to see the anxiety go away, but these other symptoms are driving me just as crazy.

My question is - can I do anything about the sleep thing other than taking ambien or something? I feel like I'm crawling up a wall at night. I'm not a pill popper and don't aspire to be, but unfortunately I can't get rid of the anxiety without meds... I've tried every breathing routine, vacation, and coping mechanism you can think of....

Again, any insight on this would be great.

 

[Anonymous]

You might want to speak with your MD about augmenting with an anti anxiety med like a benzodiazepine. I know people don't want to hear that. Dont suffer from the anxiety, it's very tough to treat and Cymbalta alone may not help. It's good to do the behavioral modification piece as well. If you're not seeing a therapist, find a good one that specializes in treating anxiety. Medication plus therapy will give you better outcomes then medication alone! Don't give up on the Cymbalta just yet. Give it a fair trial, but work closely with your treating physician and fight like hell for your recovery!! Good luck.

 

[Anonymous]

OK I'm gonna go out on a limb here and hope for a half way serious response...

I'm a pharma rep, but don't sell in the SSRI category, and I've just been prescribed Cymbalta 30 and even though I've only taken it twice, I can feel a noticeable difference in me. I'm taking it for GAD and I must say that my regular symptoms of anxiety (hard heart beat, choked up) are doing better, but I am having some terrible side effects. I can't sleep, but I stretch like I just woke every five minutes and I feel super restless. Is this normal? There's only so much a PI will tell me. On one hand I'm glad to see the anxiety go away, but these other symptoms are driving me just as crazy.

My question is - can I do anything about the sleep thing other than taking ambien or something? I feel like I'm crawling up a wall at night. I'm not a pill popper and don't aspire to be, but unfortunately I can't get rid of the anxiety without meds... I've tried every breathing routine, vacation, and coping mechanism you can think of....

Again, any insight on this would be great.

Try aniracetam. It's pretty cheap in bulk though cerebral health. Good luck. I was anxious once too.

 

[Anonymous]

Try aniracetam. It's pretty cheap in bulk though cerebral health. Good luck. I was anxious once too.

Thanks for the tip, will share the link: http://www.cerebralhealth.com/brainhealthsupplements.php Take a look at the future of medicine. While we have been wasting our PhD scientists on Six Sigma, the grass has grown over our eyes!

Do you see now, grasshopper?

 

[Anonymous]

What is the sound of one of John's jaws flapping?

Grasshopper, when you can answer that question, you will be ready.

 

[Anonymous]

OK I'm gonna go out on a limb here and hope for a half way serious response...


My question is - can I do anything about the sleep thing other than taking ambien or something? I feel like I'm crawling up a wall at night. I'm not a pill popper and don't aspire to be, but unfortunately I can't get rid of the anxiety without meds... I've tried every breathing routine, vacation, and coping mechanism you can think of....

In my professional opinion, the following advice is well balanced, however I do not endorse any of these suggestions. http://www.longecity.org/forum/topi...ely-effectively/page__pid__498698#entry498698 For entertainment purposes only. --RPh

Again, any insight on this would be great.

Hope that helps

 

[Anonymous]

Hope that helps

Well I am impressed! Will give the theanine a try, couldn't hurt! Will report back. Thanks.

 

[Anonymous]

Go with the recommendations on the benzos. The other poster was a crack pot.

 

[Anonymous]

Go with the recommendations on the benzos. The other poster was a crack pot.

Sure, and have a couple drinks with your meds, too!

Not a good idea.

 

[Anonymous]

You'll end up like Whitney.

 

[Anonymous]

You'll end up like Whitney.

Benzos, Bombay Sapphire and a Bath?

 

[Anonymous]

You forgot the Heineken and room service.

 

[Anonymous]

that is what we are paid to do.

 

[Anonymous]

You'll end up like Whitney.

Speaking of which:
"The couple's relationship was revealed in graphic -- and often shocking -- detail on the reality show Being Bobby Brown, the highlight of which was Bobby discussing digging a "doodie bubble" out of Whitney's posterior when she was constipated."

 

[Anonymous]

Speaking of which:
"The couple's relationship was revealed in graphic -- and often shocking -- detail on the reality show Being Bobby Brown, the highlight of which was Bobby discussing digging a "doodie bubble" out of Whitney's posterior when she was constipated."

Ask what BROWN can do for you...and your DOODIEBUBBLE

 

[Anonymous]

that is what we are paid to do.

digging a "doodie bubble" out of Whitney's posterior when she was constipated