Savella vs cymbalta for fibromyalgia

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Avatar f tn ve tried both Cymbalta and Savella for my fibro - Cymbalta did nothing for my pain at all - Savella made me HORRENDOUSLY jumpy, irritable, heart racing, loose stools, etc. I will NEVER touch it again. I've heard of it helping some people, but I've heard more negative reports on it than the good. Mine was definitely one of the negative experiences.
Avatar f tn I never did see any difference from using it vs Cymbalta. I had tried it since I did not really notice anything while using Cymbalta. I could up the dose I guess however, the cost of all the meds I take are just to great to go higher. As is I split the dose to make it last longer. No side affects though. I swear by Tramadol 200 slow release and Lyrica. Without those two I would be a complete mess.
Avatar n tn My neurologist said he would not do test after I told him also dizzy and forgetting things. He said it was stress. Also, my "pcp" is treating me for fibromyalgia as far as my legs go. Had tried Cymbalta now on Savella.
Avatar m tn I recently started Savella also. I was taking Cymbalta just like you, with little results. I went through a period of depression/miserable feeling when I was decreasing the Cymbalta and increasing the Savella. At the time I assumed it was from the Cymbalta? Now I am not so sure. I have been on the Savella for two weeks. I don't really notice much of a difference besides I am short tempered and angry alot. This is abnormal for me, I usually am very easy going and passive.
735919 tn?1236444549 My paindr gave me a trail pack of the savella for my horrible fibromyalgia pain. I have been on Cymbalta 90mg and when i started doing research the information that i found said that u can not take these two meds at the same time because it can cause potentially fatal Serotonin Syndrome. I told that to my pain dr but she stated that is not true and these two meds can be taken together because they go to different areas of the body or something like that.
Avatar n tn meds that a lot of doctors tend to try - Cymbalta. How do you find the Cymbalta working for you? Have you noticed it has helped with your pain at all? Have you tried Savella? That also is a "newer" med that is used for fibro. Do you also take a muscle relaxer? If not, you may want to ask your doctor about adding one to your med regime. While I don't find that they help alone, I have found that they can be helpful when added to my other meds. How is your sleep?
Avatar f tn Thinking about discussing this med with my MD but was wondering the pros and cons from a personal experience? I have tried Cymbalta (recently tapered off) but did not feel any different on it. Thanks for any info, I appreciate it!!!
908504 tn?1269103899 I have Fibromyalgia and horrible pelvic pain. My doctor just startedd me on Savella. Does anyone have any experiences with this new med they want to share with me?
Avatar f tn Has anyone taken Savella? My neurologist had me on 60mg of Cymbalta twice a day. In only a few months time I gained 40 lb! My pain doctor suggested I back off the cymbalta and take Savella. I would like to hear what others have to say about it first.
Avatar f tn I'm wondering if anyone has heard (or ever used) a drug called Savella. I'm looking for non-narcotic treatments for pain and a nurse friend mentioned it to me. I looked it up and found there can be some withdrawal from it but according to what I read, if you taper off, it's fine. Becoming dependent on oxycodone has left me worried about trying anything that says you need to taper off it, even if it's not a narcotic.
295756 tn?1247125892 This is what i have found a little about this This product is indicated for the management of fibromyalgia and for the treatment of depression and anxiety. It works by prolonging the effect of serotonin and norepinephrine, both important chemicals in the brain. The exact mechanism of how it improves pain and other symptoms of fibromyalgia is unknown.
Avatar n tn Cymbalta did nothing for me. Actually, nothing has helped except Tramadol (Ultram) but now I can't take that either, because suddenly, I broke into hives when taking it. So I am "winging" it without help. It's kinda miserable. Most of the drugs they will give you will work on a short-term basis, anyway. Maybe a year or so. Then you'll have to try something else. I agree with Dusty that you should see a Rheumetologist, though.
Avatar n tn I took Savella for two weeks and had to quit taking it. I felt like I was going to die! My pain got worse (and I thought it was already bad), the top of my head felt like it was going to explode, I broke out in awful sweats, felt spacey and like I was going to pass out, and the WORSE side effect was the nausea. I took it without food and threw up, so I started taking it with food and still threw up. I then decided to take it and lie down for a while.
1023657 tn?1251844941 Some options are - Lyrica, Cymbalta, and Savella. These are the only three drugs approved by the U.S. FDA for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Lyrica is an antiseizure medication, while Cymbalta and Savella are antidepressants. All three have been known to reduce the pain of fibromyalgia significantly.
Avatar n tn Lyrica is an antiseizure medication, while Cymbalta and Savella are antidepressants. All three have been known to reduce the pain of fibromyalgia significantly. Other drugs that are usually combined with these are- Flexeril (this muscle relaxant not only decreases muscle pain but also improves sleep), Mirapex (used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease.
Avatar f tn making me feel worse and ache more....I need something without that side effect....have been on Cymbalta too ....will savella take the place of both?
Avatar f tn I have taken Lyrica 600 mg, Savella 100 mg, Cymbalta, along with flexeral and oxycontin together for a long time. I did not have any adverse reactions to this combination except that with the lyrica my hands go numb from time to time (for short periods.
Avatar f tn I was wondering what are the options for pain meds that I have for fibromyalgia?
Avatar f tn What symptoms do you have and what causes your anxiety if you know? I personally take meds for Fibromyalgia, depression and anxiety. I get panic attacks. And yes I take Xanax. It is addictive that may be the reason your PA is reluctant to prescribe it. Unfortunately is it abused by many, mostly people who actually don't need it. But if you do, it has worked wonders, I have been taking it for about 9 years. I probably had one panic attack since I started this med.
Avatar m tn My doctor is sending me to be "tested" for Fibromyalgia. She has told me, and from what I have read, it is a disease that is difficult to diagnose. What test(s) do they use and how painful are the test(s)? Also, is Fibromyalgia a hereditary disease? My mother had it and my aunt has had it for the last two years. Thanks!
Avatar n tn Fibro is usually treated both with natural ways and possible medication like Lyrica, Neurontin, Savella, or Cymbalta. Sometimes they will prescribe a muscle relaxer if needed for muscle spasms. But most important is daily exercise....it's crucial to stay moving. The more people lay around or sleep the worse their symptoms. Eating well, maintaining a healthy weight, not smoking, limit sugars, salts, simple carbs...
Avatar f tn s I have tried to help my conditions make my fibromyalgia etc..worse. I was excited about cymbalta but could not tolerate the side effects of this med although it was working on my fibro pain, anxiety etc....I also felt allergic to it, red eyes, rash,etc.. So now my shrink and rheumy are suggesting the new med Savella, to start at a very low dose which is 12.5 according to the titration pack.
1547573 tn?1293755187 I took savella for fibromyalgia for about two or three DAYS, and my chest felt like a spear had been stuck through it. Had to see a cardiologist, never had pain like that in my chest before. Not one so-called "treatment" for FMS has ever worked for me.The whole medical profession is guilty of malpractice.
Avatar m tn My Fiance has tried savella which creates severe sweating, Lyrica created nothing but drowsiness and dizziness i read cymbalta is even worse than Lyrica! Is there any treatment for Fibromyalgia you recommend?
Avatar f tn I started taking Savella 2 wks ago for my Fibromyalgia. My doctor warned me that I may suffer adverse side affects during the first week such as nausea, headache, constipation, dizziness, insomnia, hot flush, increased perspiration, vomiting, palpitations, and dry mouth. Luckily, I never felt nauseous, or had headaches, vomiting, palpitations, or any serious constipation. I take Temazepam on those nights I have difficulty sleeping. So far so good.
Avatar f tn t think it did much for my pain. I have fibromyalgia. My PMD then had me try Savella which I did not do well on, so back to Cymbalta. Now I have realized that it does help with my anxiety but I really think I crave alcohol when I am on it. I am not a big drinker, but last time I was on it I started to crave it. When I went off of the Cymbalta the craving went away. Now that I am back on it, I feel the crave again.
Avatar f tn I think it would depend upon the type of symptoms one is having. If it is a sleep disorder (RLS/PLMD) - I have found that Trazadone works well. For neuropathy and other sensations I had relief with both Cymbalta and Lyrica. The only downside to the Lyrica was difficulty with cognition and drowsiness. Savella (milnacipran) is the new medication and it works much the same as Cymbalta...it is an antidepressant. As uk2 mentioned, the patches help with pain as well.
Avatar n tn I've been on Lyrica for seven years. It made a huge difference when I first started it, but my pain control has gone downhill over the past six months.