I'm on cymbalta and it's been awesome for me. I try to get into a routine with exercise. Some days I can do lots and some days it's just a 10 min stroll.
I think depression is part and parcel with ra.
Try not to be too hard on yourself and do something that makes you happy everyday. Cup of tea and a book in the sunshine is my little piece of heaven!

Ginseng and vitamin b12 as well as magnesium are natural energy boosters

Thanks everyone for the advise. I have been taking Cymbalta for years. I have fibromyalgia, failed back surgery syndrome, osteoarthritis, neorapathy in my feet. My psycho doctor put me on lexapro so hoping it works. I will try some of your suggestions. Thanks

Depression is a terrible thing! I have depression, but I have been prescribed a antidepressant, I am using Cymbalta. since starting it I am doing well...i do not sit and cry any more. It is sort of like putting on rose colored glasses...With RA I think many more people are in a state of depression than they realize.
Hugs to you!

Since my RA had gotten worse I have have been thinking of a new doctor to see if the medication should be re-evaluated. I get so tired of being tired and depressed. My meds help, but I am not sure if they would change if new meds were introduced. Walking had helped me. I am so mad at myself, my apartment is so messy, but I take a walk everyday I can. Prayer helps me to kick myself out of bed and al least try to get a walk in. Ask your doctor if a change would help, I am going to see. Take care and please take comfort all or some are going through the same thing. God Bless