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What is the easiest and fastest way to get off cymbalta (duloxetine)?

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Dr. Ravi Chand answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Cymbalta (duloxetine): Under supervision of md, you risk withdrawal s/sx and also relapse of depression, anxiety, pain depends on what you have.

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Answered 2/2/2014

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