Neuropathic Pain Questions (Page 3)

What are the alternatives to Lyrica?

What else can I take? Have tried Neurontin (gabapentin) and now pregabalin... weight gain incredible. So unhappy!

Can amitriptyline cause tingling, pins and needles in the legs ? Will these symptoms go off over...

... time or do I have to discontinue the drug ?

I've been prescribed Gabapentin for my broken jaw and fractured vertebrae, when can I expect relief?

Can gabapentin cause you to gain weight and cause bloating in your stomach area cause every since?

Is there a medication other than Lyrica and gabapentin for the treatment of peripheral neuropathy?

I wore my back out working in nursing homes and hospitals in several departments. Mainly as a nurse attendant therefore lifting and positioning patients as well as equipment. You get the picture I assume! After back surgery, etc., etc. I was finally forced to retire and have disability... read more

Gabapentin for leg cramps?

Long term side effects of Lyrica and tramadol for pain management in fibromyalgia?

I am a fibromyalgia sufferer in Australia and have been diagnosed 3+ years ago and am now aged 59. I take a myriad of medications and have had to change my GP and chemist to my house locality due to the expense of getting to my previous GP and chemist. The main regime of meds I am on is 225mg of... read more

Does Ketamine’s therapy work?

I have been living with chronic pain for over 20 years. It’s a struggle to get a Dr. to understand and believe you. I’m in Lyrica but no pain medication. They just refuse to prescribe it to me even though I have other health issues. I came across ketamine on Google. Has anyone tried it?... read more

What other medication I can take for nerve pain besides Lyrica?

Tapering Cymbalta (dulexitine) and taking Ashwangadha?

I am currently tapering off Cymbalta and have now reduced my dose to 15 mg. Tapering down to 30 mg went smoothly with minimal issues, but at 15 mg, I am experiencing nausea, weakness, and random bouts of dizziness throughout the day. I've read mixed advice about taking Ashwagandha with... read more

Lyrica recommended dose for high pain?

My cousing diagnosed with fibro. and take this pill 150mg at evening 7 pm for 2 months but did not affected, not doctor raised to 225mg , I just read everyone take this 1 morning and 1 evening, so, should she take 150mg at 8a.m. and 8p.m. (daily 300mg) or continue with slow doctors dose raising?

Pregabalin - Does the body build a tolerance for Lyrica?

I have been taking Lyrica for about 10 years now and even with increased doses over the years (currently at 150 mg 3X day) it appear that either I have built up a tolerance or it is no longer working as well. At these higher doses side effects are worse than before, i.e. weight gain, tiredness,... read more

What are the ingredients of Lyrica?

My question was does gabapentin cause constipation?

After asking the question does gabapentin cause constipation I saw that I was not the only one with that question and I saw that it was causing constipation with other people as well I've never had an issue with going to the bathroom after discussing it with my doctor he put me on Linzess and... read more

Can I drink milk when I take gabapentin?

Can I drink milk when I take gabapentin?