A member asked:

Hi. i thought one of cymbalta's side effects was a decreased sex drive but why has mine increased? im not sexually active but its weird.

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Dr. Michael Cunningham answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

It's normal: Cymbalta can affect your libido both ways. It's more common to find a low libido, but it can also increase it.

Answered 11/5/2016

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Dr. Stephen Kibrick answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Side effects vary: Yes, you are correct, common side effects of cymbalta include decreased libido and anorgasmia. However, it is possible if you were suffering decreased libido due to depression, and cymbalta relieved some of your depression, your libido (sex drive) has come back. It is also possible that you are experiencing an idiosyncratic side effect (specific to you). Check with your prescribing doctor.

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