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Why would my rheumatologist prescribe cymbalta (duloxetine) for lupus when it's an antidepressant?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Ask him: for the reason although I suspect that this was prescribed for depression associated with lupus.

Answered 10/31/2017

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