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I have been on cymbalta 30mg for 7 weeks. i need to wean off. can i just stop taking or do i need to wean even though i havent been on it for long?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

It is better to taper the dose than stop it abruptly although you are on a low dose. You can reduce the dose to one every other day for 6 days then one every third day for 6 days then stop. Take care.

Dr Amico Sr agreed

Answered 8/5/2023

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