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Cymbalta Overdose

It is possible to overdose on Cymbalta. The effects of a Cymbalta overdose will vary depending on several factors, such as how much Cymbalta was taken and whether it was taken with any other medicines. Some symptoms of a Cymbalta overdose can include seizures, drowsiness, and vomiting. Some treatment options for a recent overdose can include pumping the stomach or administering fluids through an intravenous line.

 

Cymbalta Overdose: An Introduction

Cymbalta® (duloxetine hydrochloride) is a prescription medicine used to treat the following conditions:
 
As with all medicines, it is possible for a person to overdose on Cymbalta. The effects of a Cymbalta overdose will vary depending on a number of factors, including how much Cymbalta was taken and whether it was taken with any other medicines.
 

Symptoms of a Cymbalta Overdose

If a person overdoses on Cymbalta, the symptoms can vary.
 Cymbalta overdose symptoms can include:
 
A Cymbalta overdose can also cause a dangerous condition called serotonin syndrome. Symptoms of serotonin syndrome include:
 
  • Confusion
  • Hallucinations
  • A fast heartbeat
  • Feeling faint
  • Fever
  • Sweating
  • Muscle spasms
  • Difficulty walking
  • Diarrhea.
     
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;