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Is it safe to take tramadol long term? I am told it is non-narcotic is that true?
It really helps with break-thru pain that I experience with fibromialgia cause no other pain medicines help. For 3 months now I take Savella for fibromialgia and it is helping my discomfort.
Suboxone/Subutex reactions...anybody?
I am curious to know if anyone has ever had a reaction to subs that is similar to what I am having. It feels like (to me) that the subs are building up in my system and causing some symptoms that are similar to RA and Fibro. I was wondering if it is, in fact, my disease, or could it be the... read more
Savella - How long did it take to work for you?
Hi Everyone, I've just begun taking Savella for my Fibro. I'm on my 14th day of the triaition pack (50 mg/2 a day). I really don't feel like I'm getting any relief. I have so much pain in my lower back, buttocks and legs, especially when I sit. In addition, to not feeling any... read more
Is it ok to take prescription drugs & vitamins all at once or should they be spaced over the day?
The prescription drugs I am presently taking are: Tamoxifen (20 mg/day), Effexor (75/day), Savella (50 mg-2x/day), and Vitamin D (50,000 iu/week). The vitamins are: Multivitamin (1x/day), Calcium with Vitamin D (600 mg-500 iu/1x/day), Vitamin E (400 iu-1x/day), Vitamin C with Rose Hips (500... read more
Is there another drug comparable to savella, less expensive than full price?
I cant afford savella, but need it because of fibromyalgia pain.Insurance wont cover this medication.
Depression, anxiety, fibromyalgia and TBI. Savella?
Been on everything for depression/anxiety. Now with fibromyalgia, TBI after a massive fall, looking at Savella. On Prozac now but I don't feel like its helping. Cymbalta helped a lot but i had a terrible allergic reaction to it. Gabapentin dose was so high i was gaining weight, couldn't... read more
I am tapering off Lyrica and starting the last strength in a few days, from 200mg 2x a day…
... to 50mg 2x a day. I am looking for alternative meds and read good things about Savella. Has anyone taken this and can share your experience? After reading the info on this site about the drug, my only concern is that I take adderall daily as well. Supposedly a stimulant can interact badly with... read more
Savella prescribed for fibro but need something to take with it for depression?
Is there any other drugs used with Savella. It is for my fibro but not really helping with my depression? I was on Prozac 60mg & Wellbutrin xl 300 mg. I was on that dose for many years and weaned off to start Savella.
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