"cymbalta is very effective... and trade-off is increased appetite... lowered metabolism... so expect weight gain or plan to exercise more and reduce calorie intake. hair loss is a strong possibility. if loss of hair doesn&#039;t concern you... it&#039;s not much...but enough for you to notice... and it does grow back... so! all things considered... i am very happy with cymbalta. i used to use lexapro (about 2 yrs) and had nothing but problems... zoloft didn&#039;t do the job for me... but as i emphasized... cymbalta has been a blue ribbon treatment.  i don&#039;t get lightheaded, no dizziness... i recommend it."