I have been taking 30 mg. of Cymbalta for close to 2 years now and it has helped me immensely with my neuropathy. I've decided to wean off from it now, as I've had enough of the side-effects (constant nightmares, dry/white tongue, nausea, weight gain, shortness of breath, feeling zombie-like, total libido loss). It's been a month that I've been off of it totally, and my nerve pain is more TERRIBLE, of course. I've once asked my doctor about taking something different, and he scolded me telling me to stay on the Cymbalta. So I have nowhere to turn except to this wonderful community for suggestions as to what I may be able to replace the Cymbalta with. I am open to treating with both medications and herbal/vitamin supplements.

Any advice at all would be greatly appreciated

Thanks!!!!!!! Vanna