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Hello doctor, i suffer from GAD,SAD and somatization symptoms. Earlier i was prescribed venlafaxine but due to numerous side effects i had to stop it, i have been asked to take duloxetine in place of that. My query is will i be experiencing same side effects with duloxetine ???
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Duloxetine is a good medication for symptoms of somatization. Generally it's well tolerated with fewer adverse effects. But it can cause similar problems as Venlafaxine although with less frequency. Best way is to start at low dose and increase gradually. Further accurate advice will require more specifics of the case. Discuss with your Psychiatrist about your concern and he/she should be able to handle you queries.
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Not necessarily but since it belongs to same class, you may experience them.
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Although both belong to the SNRI class of medication, there is marked differences in the side effect profile. Clinically, Duloxetine tends to be better tolerated than venlafaxine. Start the med, keep a watch n refer to your Psychiatrist if you experience any distressing side effect.
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