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Dry Mouth Side Effect of Cymbalta

Cymbalta is a prescription medication that is used to treat depression, anxiety, fibromyalgia and nerve pain caused by diabetes. As with any medicine, along with benefits, there are a number of potential side effects involved with taking Cymbalta.

  1. Dry Mouth

    • Dry mouth is a common side effect of Cymbalta. According to the website, eMedTV, "Studies have shown that up to 18 percent of people reported a dry mouth as one of Cymbalta's side effects." It is most commonly found in patients taking the drug for fibromyalgia.

    Prevention/Solution

    • Avoiding caffeinated drinks like coffee and soda, and drinking plenty of water and sugarless drinks can help treat dry mouth. Also, sleeping with a humidifier will help add moisture to the air, which can combat the side effect as well.

    Other Side Effects

    • Drugs.com lists other common side effects of Cymbalta such as sleepiness, nausea, decreased sex drive, blurred vision and weight changes.

    Serious Side Effects

    • Serious side effects may occur when taking Cymbalta. If they do, contact your health care provider immediately. They may include yellowing of the skin, black stools, rigid muscles, weakness, uneven heartbeats, memory problems, seizure, painful urination and others.

    Insight

    • Always discuss any and all questions and concerns about Cymbalta or the conditions it treats with your doctor. Any unreported side effects can be reported to the Food and Drug Administration at http://www.fda.gov/safety/medwatch/default.htm or by calling 1-800-332-1088.

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