Desyrel vs Cymbalta

Desyrel vs Cymbalta

What to choose Desyrel or Cymbalta

Desyrel is antidepressant of type Serotonin antagonists and reuptake inhibitors (SARIs) while Cymbalta is of Serotonin-noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) type. Desyrel and Cymbalta are both brand antidepressants. Desyrel is manufactured by pharmaceutical company Teva, while Cymbalta is manufactured by Eli Lilly. The main substance of Desyrel is Trazodone. The available dosages for Desyrel are 25mg, 50mg, 100mg. The main substance of Cymbalta is Duloxetine. The available dosages for Cymbalta are 20mg, 30mg, 40mg, 60mg.

The average cost for Desyrel is roughly $210 while current cost for Cymbalta is around $290, said Quincy Bennett, an Instructor at the Barry University and an Advanced Medical Support Assistant at a clinic that uses Desyrel and Cymbalta.

Desyrel and Cymbalta Comparison

Cymbalta vs Desyrel
Desyrel Cymbalta
Type: Serotonin antagonists and reuptake inhibitors (SARIs) Serotonin-noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)
Manufacturer: Teva Eli Lilly
Substance: Trazodone Duloxetine
Dosage: 25mg, 50mg, 100mg 20mg, 30mg, 40mg, 60mg
Avg Price: $210 $290