Has anyone taken Cymbalta for anxiety?

[tia1977]

My neurologist put me on Cymbalta 2wks ago actually for the primary reason of chronic headaches/migraines. However, since he knew that I battled anxiety as well, he said that's why he chose "that one" b/c he said it's very good for anxiety too (one stop shop). In addition, I've been taking Neurontin x3 daily again for headaches but noticed it's helped "calm" me down. He told me to take cymbalta @ night (b/c my head hurts on the pillow). 1st wk 30mg, then stair stepped to 60mg. Taking the 30mg 1st wk I fell asleep great and got up wide awake @ normal time. Other than the typical sick stomach feel it was great. After starting the 60mg 4 days ago I've fallen asleep just fine but start waking up wide awake ALL through the rest of the night (starting around 3am) and I don't even go to bed until around 11pm! I know it's normal to not notice that my anxiety hasn't improved yet considering how soon. But, with something that gets me so wide eyed and alert @ night, can I really expect it to later? I thought anxiety help was to "calm" you down, not the opposite? Don't want to complain to the doc b/c it's honestly begg to help my headaches. Would it be better if I took it in the am? Any advice would be appreciated (:

[RubyWitch]

I suggest you visit MedHelps psycopharmacological group which is run by Ryan who has an incredbily indepth knowledge of these types of meds and what does and doesn't work for various issues. I have included the link below. When you click on the link, a box will drop down. Click on "open" and you will be in the forum/group. There is a green box which says "Post a Question." Add a title like you did here and then repost your question, hit "post comment" and Ryan will get to you as soon as he can.
I wish you the best and if you have other questions about your anxiety, please post here anytime you want!
Peace
Greenlydia
http://www.medhelp.org/forums/Psychopharmacology/show/701