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Hi Gang, Anyone had success with Tegretol for neuropathic pain? Neurologist prescribed this for me?
and I feel a bit leery about it, there are just SO many side effects! And some really scary ones at that. I've been feeling exhausted lately, will Tegretol just exacerbate my exhaustion? I used to be a very high energy person, but no longer, much to my chagrin! My energy has taken off with my... read more
I've got a new problem with neuropathic pain in my teeth?
Anyone have any other ideas of what to take? I'm currently taking opiate patches which aren't helping at all, and any other pain meds will cause me to have rebound migraines. A muscle relaxant of some kind? I can't believe that this new almost intolerable pain has found me. It is as... read more
Is there anything that can help the blurry vision from Lyrica?
I have been a diabetic for 23 years, I was diagnosed with diabetic neuropathy 2 years ago and the only thing that I have concerns about is how blurry my vision gets I feel like they are dry all the time and I have been noticing myself using visine way more. I thank you for taking time to read and... read more
How to taper Lyrica correctly?
I'm on Lyrica, 75mg 3x a day. I'm tapering off 25mg at a time. Right now, I'm taking 75mg in the morning, 50mg early afternoon, and 75mg at night. How should I progress? Take one of the 75mg doses down to 50mg also.. Or take the 50mg down to 25mg? The doctor spreader the doses out... read more
Is amitriptyline used for neuropathic pain?
I have severe burning in my bones and my doctor has added in amitriptyline will this help and what does should I take
I have a feeling that lyrica is really affecting my memory am I the only one?
ive been having serious problems with my medium to long term memory as well as retreiving information... i'm worried. Does anyone have the same issues?
Neurontin - I have been taking generic Gabapentin 4x300mg per day for the last two years. The effect
... on my quite severe neuropathy (burning foot soles, stabbing pains, RLS) has been good. Instead of driving me crazy around midnight, it has become bearable. During the 2 years, I have had different versions of capsules made by three different manufacturers or different batches, as can be told... read more
Am looking for an alternative for Pregabalin 225mg twice a day???
Hi friends, I have been battling fibromyalgia (FmS) & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome CFS/ME for a number years now and feel i need some alternative for the Pregabalin I am on for nerve pains & aches along with other meds such as BuTrans pain patch & Celecoxib! Thanks for any info... God... read more
I ran out of my Lyrica meds and I am in a lot of pain?
Does anyone know what I can do to help my Fibro pain. I ran out of my 225mg Lyrica script. I also take 60mg Cymbalta and 25mg of Trazadone at bedtime
Is gabapentin 300mg x3 a day for my lamber spinal stenosis too small dose? I am in constant pain?
I top it up with Tramadol 50g PRC up to 6 tabs a day which gives me a bit of relief. More than this my body will start itching. I also take 25 mg amitryptrine at night. Should I ask my GP to increase the Gabapentin dose? I am 54 yrs. Thx
Is it normal to take 3,000mg of gabapentin? Or would another be better?
Is it normal to take 3,000mg of gabapentin? I take 1,000mg 3 times a day for occipital neuralgia, migraines, and cervical dystonia; as prescribed by my Neurologist. It helps to a degree but it's not miraculous at alleviating the pain. I also take a cocktail of other medications for other... read more
Can you take expired Lyrica/pregabalin?
Can you take Lyrica/pregabalin that is expired in 2015 so about 4 years old? (25 mg, possibly multiple)
My doctor is switching me from gabapentin to Lyrica?
My doctor Is taking me off gabapentin and starting me right away on Lyrica. Will I have withdrawal symptoms from gabapentin?
I just started Lyrica - how long does it take to build up in your system before you get results?
I am a 42 y/o Diabetic. I was diagnosed 4 1/2 years ago however I believe I had Diabetes for much longer. As a teenager (16) I started having seizures in my sleep. Thinking back I believe that those seizures were from low blood sugar. I remember having the symptoms of low blood sugar all throughout... read more
Does gabapentin stop working after taking it for a certain length of time?
I husband has been on gabapentin for approximately two years. He feels that it’s not working as well anymore. Does gabapentin stopped working as well after taking a certain length of time?
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