Neuropathic Pain Questions (Page 4)

I have some gabapentin 300mg which expired in 2009?

The expired gabapentin 300mg capsules strips are stored in its box, seals not broken in any way and kept in dry conditions. Can this capsules still be used or should I throw away & dispose immediately?

I have been taking gabapentin for sciatica and hip pain for one month and the pain...

... has become sharper, Has anyone else experienced this? I am taking 100mg morning, 600 mg nighttime.

What is it like to suffer from CRPS?

It began when I had a botched tailor's bunion procedure in 2019, and it all went downhill from there. The incision was cut far too plantar rather than lateral resulting (over time) in tendonitis, a painful lateral internal scar, nerve damage, etc. Visiting a pain specialist it was determined... read more

I been taking 25mg of pregabalin for 10 days but had to stop as I should not take it with...

... lorazepam because of asthma. Do I have to do slow withdrawal?

Is duloxetine a fast acting drug?

I have severe neuropathy in my feet and legs am taking gabapentin but it's not enough the pain is unbearable so today my neurologist added duloxetine will I have relief tonight? How long does it take?

Can I take two 300mg of gabapentin to equal the 600mg?

I take 600mg of gabapentin 3x daily. I'm currently waiting for my prescription refill to come in. Meanwhile, I'm without my normal script. But I have a bottle of 300mg gabapentin. Is it okay if I take two 300mg capsules at the same time to equal the 600mg amount of gabapentin I normally... read more

Neuropathic Pain - How long does it take to adjust to Lyrica?

I have a friend who has had neuropathy since being rear ended in 1991. @ back surgs. no relief. Started Lyrica about a week ago. Pain gone, be he feels "out of it" and wants to stop. H ow long will he have this "out of it" experience?

Can gabapentin cause decreased ability to achieve orgasm in women?

Will a TENS machine help with numbness and tingling of peripheral neuropathy?

I have chemo induced neuropathy. Use essential oils as topical treatment, take B Vitamins and prescription Gabapentin. Any suggestions or recommendations on the TENS?

Will pregabalin help with a toothache?

Want to stop pregabalin?

Hello. I'm new to this group. I have been taking pregabalin for a small fibre neuropathy as a result of a chemotherapy drug I was given many years ago. I take 150mg twice a day. I was originally on 100mg be but increased it last summer when the pain got worse. Although the medication has... read more

What are other options instead of Lyrica? Does Lyrica really cause weight gain?

I had 3 back surgeries in 1 month due to disc herniation L4 L5 and narrowing of spinal canal where nerves travel. The first surgery wasn't successful they went back second time but during the surgery I got infected and was on antibiotics orally and also through pic line for 12 weeks. I've... read more

Why has my surgeon told me to stop taking gabapentin prior to my back surgery?

I've been told to stop taking my 600mg gabapentin 3 days prior to my back surgery. Plus stop taking my .5mg xanex and 15mg mirtazapine 2 days prior to surgery. I'm curious as to why? He then asks me to try and only take 1/2 of my usual dose of 10-325 norco. I'm sure there is a good... read more

Are there any interactions between amlodipine and gabapentin?

I have gabapentin 300mg caplets from January 16th, 2018 is it still usable or has it expired?

I don't know if it makes a difference, but I'm in Canada and I have approximately 300+ caplets, so if I can still use them, then this would save me a bit of money. I had it prescribed for diabetic nerve pain in my feet, but stopped when it elevated my blood sugar levels. My doctor has... read more