Help What are ya'll's experience with duloxetin/cymbalta in regards to depression and social anxiety?

[KillingPain267]

I tried one 60mg duloxetin pill back in July and it gave me a panic attack 6 hours later. So I begged the doctor to let me stop. But now my new doctor suggests to try again starting with 30mg instead and with benzos for the first few weeks of anxiety until the duloxetin works. But I really don't wanna try it again (and get dependent on benzos to relieve side effect) if it is likely not to work, or the side effect of panic anxiety doesn't subside fast. On the other hand I'm also very tired of my social anxiety and depression and my welfare case worker requires me to try treatments.

If you have tried duloxetin for social anxiety and/or depression, what did it do to you?

 

[timf]

I was also hoping to see some comments about this as sharing effects of medication can be a helpful way to navigate through what could be harmful side effects.

If you are required to get treatments, you might consider visiting a practitioner of alternative medicine. As I understand it there are teas and supplements that can be calming that do not have as negative reputation as many medications.

I have always found when trying something new to only take a small part first to limit any negative effects if there should be any. However, this doesn't prevent any long term side effects which is why getting information from others can be so helpful.