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  • July 16, 2009

    Watch for antidepressant side effects

    By David Mrazek, M.D.

26 comments posted

Earlier, I talked about how antidepressant side effects are possible, though usually mild.

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I also discussed when to call your health provider. Sometimes side effects can linger and there are some things you can do. If your side effects are moderate to severe and aren't tolerable, your health care provider may change the dose of your current medication, change your medication or may add another medication to your current regimen.

If your current medication is treating your depression well then adding a medication to counteract antidepressant side effects may help.

Watch for these common antidepressant side effects:

  • Dry mouth
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Insomnia
  • Sexual dysfunction
  • Weight gain, increased appetite

26 comments posted

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  • July 22, 2009 8:24 a.m.

    I have gained a lot of weight since I have been on cymbalta, and i just have had an increase in dosage. i eat good stuff all day and then in the evening when i am alone i will eat and eat anything . help

    - Liz

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