Ask your doc if you can have a mild tranquiliser for a week or two, just until the cymbalta kicks in. Valium, Xanax, Ativan, quite safe for a couple of weeks, and can give instant relief.

If the doctor isnt keen on benzodiazepines, Atarax (hydroxyzine) is a safe, nonadictive tranquiliser that reduces anxiety and tension quite well.

Give the doctor a call on Monday morning