those with severe joint and limb pain on femara,aromasin (?and arimidex?)

[Petesmom]

I have been taking Cymbalta 30mg for about 4 months now for the joint pain I have experienced while taking Arimidex. I could not believe how much better I felt after 3 days on this drug. It has definitely made a difference in the way I feel.

Petesmom

[Marlys]

Petesmom,
I was interested that an antidepressant was prescribed for joint pain so decided to "google" it and found this. I am a retired nurse and like to keep up on things like this. When I decided to quit smoking my doctor prescibed Wellbutrin to help me and it worked. I have been smoke free for almost 8 years. And now here comes another miracle use for an antidepressant. I have some arthritic changes anyway and Arimidex hasn't improved that so I am considering asking my internist what she thinks about Cymbalta.
Thanks for the info.
Marlys
PS: Elavil is the name for amiltryptiline
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medi...p?newsid=15180

[Jean]

Today I had an appointment with a neurologist for the neuropathy in my toes.
My onc. had prescribed Gabapentin 100mg. 3x daily, said it takes time to work, I started the Gabapentin 8/06 and to date no help at all. That is when I decided to consult with a neurologist. He recommended Cymbalta for the neuropathy (I did not even discuss the joint and muscle aches of Femara)
since I was seeing him for the neuropathy. So after reading this article I now am hopefull I will be able to slove both problems with Cymbalta.

I spoke with Dr. Slamon this eveing upon return from the appointment with
the neurologist and we also discussed Celebrex and he told me that Celebrex
would NOT be advisable due to the heart issues - and a major issue since
I am on herceptin (will be on herceptin for the rest of the year).

The neurologist explained to me that while using Cymbalta for depression
they discovered it had a strong benefit for sensitivite neuropathy. I have
been told by onc. here and Dr. Slamon that the neuropathy will take 6 months to 9 months to clear up -

I have started the Cymbalta today at 30 mg. for seven days and then
the second week 60 mg. (I sure do hope it will ease up the neruopathy)
since it has been rather uncomfortable and painfull for walking and being on my feet. Now if I also receive some comfort from the aches and joint
pain....well that sounds fine also.

Will keep you updated.
That's All Folks!

Jean

[chrislmelb]

I remember a while ago someone singing it's praises for reduced joint problems. Only problem is we can't get it here. It is in the same family as Effexor (SNRI) so now i am wondering how people on Effexor are finding the aches and pains?????
Christine

[panicked911]

I have been on glucosimine and controitin ( osteobioflex brand triple strength) and it has helped. Not as stiff and also doing physical therapy - which has helped as well. Strnge thing though, I can "feel it" moving thru my body the terrible joint and muscle pain started in the legs, ankle and knees was there for a few months- it started to elt up and now it is in the hands and fingers . still achy all over but the hands ( thus my crappy typing) are clearly the worst.

HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD THIS EXPERIENCE?

Susanne

[R.B.]

If you have not thought about it you may like to look at the omega three six posts.

There are several trials suggesting that higher levels of omega three help in arthritis etc. High omega six is connected with inflamatory conditions.

Aromatase blockers work in general areas of fat pathways as one of their effects.

IF they are blocking long chain fat making ability in any way the only option is to get them (DHA EPA etc) through diet, which for omega threes means oily fish etc.

You can search by clicking on the search bar above and entering your search term.

Fats are ver powerful. Please consult with your advisors before making significant dietary adjustements.

RB

[Petesmom]

Marlys,

The article that I found on Cymbalta and its use to treat pain in Fibromyalgia can be viewed by clicking the following link:

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/536239_2

I think you will find it interesting.

Petesmom