Cymbalta uses?

What is Cymbalta (duloxetine) used for?

Cymbalta is a brand of duloxetine. It is used to treat several conditions, including depression and nerve-related pain. Its common uses include:
- Depression (major depressive disorder) [1]
- Anxiety disorders such as generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) [1]
- Painful diabetic nerve disease (diabetic neuropathy) [1]
- Nerve pain due to damaged nerves (like peripheral neuropathy) [1]
- Fibromyalgia (widespread musculoskeletal pain) [1]
- Chronic musculoskeletal pain (such as chronic low back pain and osteoarthritis pain) [1]

What kinds of pain does Cymbalta target?

Cymbalta is often prescribed specifically for chronic pain that involves nerve signaling, including diabetic nerve pain and other forms of neuropathic pain. It’s also used for fibromyalgia and some chronic musculoskeletal pain conditions [1].

Is Cymbalta only for depression?

No. Although it is an antidepressant, Cymbalta is also used for anxiety and multiple pain conditions, including diabetic neuropathy and fibromyalgia [1].

Does Cymbalta treat anxiety?

Yes. Cymbalta is used for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), not just depression [1].

Sources

1. https://www.cymbalta.com/about/what-is-cymbalta/