"plain and simple, this medicine has been a life saver. been taking 100 mg for a few years. if i forget to take it, i am wide awake after 3 or 4 hours. when taken, 7 hours is generally the minimum. side effects are far outweighed by the benefits. going to begin coming off of cymbalta completely. i attribute that to having a better outlook on things due to being fully rested. it is amazing what a good nights sleep does for the mind! i actually enjoy my occasional movie like vivid dreams."