cross taper from sertraline to duloxetine

[Hollick]

For anyone that's been Duloxetine, (aka) Cymbalta, would appreciate feedback on how its worked for you, especially anyone with social anxiety specifically..was on sertraline for two years, helped initially with generalized anxiety, but not depression so much ..after speaking to Dr, suggested a cross titration with both drugs simultaneously for almost 3 weeks, will be completely off the sertraline, (aka) zoloft in a few days....also take Risperdione for augmentation on the one antidepressant.....so both antipsychotic and SNRI, thank you....

[HeatherH84]

Hey Hollick,

I've been on Duloxetine for about 4 years on different dosages. I would say it has helped my anxiety, but when my anxiety is really bad, it would only really soften the edges. But like with all meds, it affects everyone differently.

Any other questions, ask away.

Heather

[Hollick in reply to HeatherH84]

thanks for your reply

[katyee8]

Hi Hollick,

I took 50 mg. of zoloft for probably over 10 years. I took it for generalized anxiety and depression. It worked well for me. I had social anxiety as well and still do. I had tapered off it last year and then went thru a very stressful time last fall when I lost weight, had terrible insomnia and my hair started thinning (terrible experience). Zoloft didn't help anymore. I think it made me more anxious. I am now taking mirtazapine 7.5 mg. and sleeping well and not feeling anxious at all. It's been amazing for me. So, I hope my experience helps you and wish you great relief and success whatever you do.

Annette

[Hollick in reply to katyee8]

thanks for your reply

[katyee8 in reply to Hollick]

My pleasure. All the best to you.