The Rheumy presscribed me Cymbalta and Ultram....
He said that my insurance should have no problem covering them, because there are generics for them both.....

The packets that came attached to the bag at the pharmacies with all the info about side uses, side effects adn so-forth also say the generic names for them...

I got the generic of Ultram, which is Tramadol....

The scrip for Cymbalta was given to me and it was called Cyclobenzaprine, but the listing for "Common brand names" says Flexiril...

So, now I just a bit confused as to how cymblata and flexiril are not the same thing since that is what the Pharmacy packet says....

Maybe I am just confused because I live in a fog...
lol

Oh my gosh....I just searched to find other names for cymbalta...n found a different name, but its not flexiril or cyclobenzaprine........

So that made me think of something else....Could the pharmacy have screwed up the scrip?

This is really bothering me now....

Talonsmomma,

Here is the information regarding the two meds. Their generic names and what they are used to treat. The generic Flexeril must be fairly new. When I used Flexeril, there was no generic. Same with Cymbalta.

I would definatley check with either your doc or your pharmacists. Ask your doc what they prescribed for you, Cymbalta or Flexeril. Maybe your doc mentioned the two meds, but prescribed you just one. Be sure you are taking the medication your doc wants you to be using. K?

Cymbalta

Cymbalta (Duloxetine) - SSNRI for Fibromyalgia Treatment - Information
Information on the indications and side-effects of the dual reuptake inhibitor antidepressant medication Cymbalta. Cymbalta, generic drug name Duloxetine hydrochloride, is a selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SSNRI) that is showing promise and being used off-label for the treatment of fibromyalgia symptoms.

Cyclobenzaprine

Typical Brand Names: Flexeril

Generic Name: Cyclobenzaprine

The muscle relaxant Cyclobenzaprine is for the treatment of muscular spasms, which cause pain and tenderness as well as reduced range of motion.

I hope this helps clarify things for you. Definately call your doc, and let us know what happens.

Here's wishing you a good spirit,
tk