Lyrica User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Hop...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 26, 2018

For Fibromyalgia "I have been very fortunate that Lyrica works so well for me. I was diagnosed about 2 years ago with fibromyalgia. After I had my second child at 29, some of my chronic pain changed. A year later, I was diagnosed, and I am so glad they put me on Lyrica. I started at 150 mg daily, but it made me very tired and unfocused, so they dropped it back to 100 mg per day. I've been at 100 mg per day for over a year now. I used to have bad flare-ups that would incapacitate me about twice weekly, plus the daily pain. On Lyrica, my daily pain averages maybe a 2 on a pain scale of 1-10 versus my old average of a 6. Instead of 2 or more flare-ups per week, I maybe get 2 a month. I have 2 children under the age of 10 that I need to be able to care for and spend time with, and not feel it's a burden. Lyrica gives me this. I'm also able to jog again, something I haven't been able to do since high school. It makes me feel good, and I'm steadily losing weight. I'm not saying this is for everyone, but it's been a miracle for me."

• Ano...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 1, 2025

For Fibromyalgia "Lyrica genuinely gave me my life back. When it was first recommended to me, I was in the darkest place of my life. There were days when I didn't have the strength or energy to lift a coffee cup or a book. I was sleeping most of the day just to avoid the pain. And I didn't want to go on. There was an adjustment period with some very mild side effects (constipation and upset stomach at first), but once I hit my stride with Lyrica, everything changed. I'm not 'cured' but I actually have more good days than bad these days. I have a life again. My pain is manageable, and I don't feel hopeless."

• tri...
• February 28, 2008

For Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy "I love the drug, but I am experiencing excessive weight gain. I began the medication in November 2007. To date, I have gained 30 lbs. Some of my now fat clothes have gotten too tight. :( Has anyone else experienced this problem?"

• Bob...
• May 27, 2016

For Fibromyalgia "Side effects are worse than Fibromyalgia pain. I've been taking Lyrica for two months. It was a miracle drug for the first few weeks. I've been living with Fibromyalgia for over 35 years and have tried everything. Anti-depressants, exercise, biofeedback, acupuncture, narcotics, you name it. So I was excited about the dramatic pain reduction from Lyrica. But now I have developed severe muscle weakness, headache, abdominal cramping, acne, and difficulty thinking clearly. I can barely hold myself up, and I can't lift anything over a few pounds. I have asked my doctor if I can safely stop taking it. I'm just waiting for him to return my call. I would rather just live with my horrible pain than take any more of these toxic drugs."

• Dus...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 23, 2014

For Neuropathic Pain "This medicine does seem to help quite a bit with nerve pain. I do tend to have an easily oversensitive nervous system. Lyrica makes me feel a lot better at nighttime so I can sleep. I take MS-Contin in the day and Lyrica at night. My life would be a lot less stable without Lyrica. I believe the best way I can describe what it does is slow down the pain signals so they are not as noticeable."

• Ann...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• July 11, 2025

"I am a 70-year-old woman, and I started taking Lyrica about 9 years ago, 225 mg once a day. Due to a pinched nerve in my back, I was in excruciating pain for six months, 24/7, before I was put on Lyrica. Almost overnight it took the pain away, completely! What a Godsend. For a few months I was a bit spaced out, but that stopped after a while. I did gain about 50 lbs though. But I have a choice, being overweight and pain-free, or more slender and in horrible pain. Well, that’s an easy choice to make, I’ll take the extra weight and have somewhat of a life."

• Chr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 24, 2018

For Neuralgia "I just started taking Lyrica 50 mg 2x a day for trigeminal neuralgia. Before I started, I was having awful facial pain, especially on the right side of my jaw and teeth. I thought I had some cavities or something. I was crying from being in so much pain. I went to the dentist, got an X-ray done, and there were no cavities and nothing wrong. So, I started doing my own research (googling my symptoms) and read about nerve pain. I immediately got in contact with my neurologist to come in and get seen. I also have epilepsy, chronic migraines, and the list goes on. When I picked up the medication from the pharmacy, I asked how long it would be before I could get relief, and the pharmacist said probably 3 or 4 days. I was feeling great after 2 doses of Lyrica. I am scared about the weight gain, so I'm watching how much I eat, but just not being in pain is so great right now!!! Thank you, Lyrica!!!"

• Rus...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 4, 2019

For Neuropathic Pain "I've been on Lyrica for 4 years for nerve pain down my right arm due to nerve impingement at C7/T1. I'm one of those lucky people with minimal side effects. Can get a little forgetful (use phone calendar reminders), and hard to get up in the morning initially, but otherwise no issues. Also helped keep the migraines under control due to cervical headaches triggering a migraine. Was bed bound 4 out of 7 days. Now one migraine a month."

• mam...
• September 1, 2015

For Neuropathic Pain "I was having terrible pain with sciatica. At times, I was in so much pain just walking in a shopping centre I just had to stop. Also, driving the car, my leg was in so much pain I had to lift it up with my hand to ease the pain. No medication I had taken stopped the pain, which was unbearable, and I couldn't sleep at night. My doctor prescribed Lyrica, and at first, I did not like it because it made my feet puffy, however, I went back on it with the prescribed dose of 150mg twice a day. Now I have to try to recall the pain because I have no sciatic pain at all with this drug. It also had the side effect of making me a bit 'dreamy,' which I rather like, but I do forget names and things I am saying, which I do not like. Can't have it all though!"

• dan...
• August 9, 2013

For Fibromyalgia "I've been struggling with deep muscle and bone pain. After trying Vicodin, tramadol, gabapentin, and more - I can't even remember, my new doctor gave me a Lyrica sample. For the first time in four years, I was able to get out of bed with no pain. It's changed my life."

• TAL...
• July 4, 2011

For Pain "Truly liberating to know that Lyrica helps alleviate my chronic pain. For over 30 years, my very misunderstood condition has been mistreated, and I myself much maligned. Using high dose opiates became my way to deal with it as they worked to a degree. BUT 3 years ago, Lyrica helped change my life. IF ONLY IT WAS AROUND A LONG TIME AGO. Lyrica works."

• TTT...
• March 30, 2013

For Neuropathic Pain "I started taking Lyrica for pain from Hashimoto's disease. At first, I had a lot of energy. Then, I leveled off and the fatigue is back. The pain is about 85% gone! I did experience a huge emotional rollercoaster at first and even had suicidal thoughts for the first time ever. I figured it was just the adjustment period and gave it more time. It has been about 2 months now, and I just wish I could figure out if it is the Lyrica causing the fatigue. I ache too much without it to test the theory."

• Im ...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 16, 2013

For Neuropathic Pain "I have been on Lyrica for about three weeks, and I feel that my experience may help. I have chronic nerve damage in my arm and sympathetic nerve damage. If you are about to begin the Lyrica ride, expect the following: you will be living in a cloud. I noticed a few reviews explained it as that, and I feel they hit the nail on the head. You literally feel drunk."

• Jam...
• December 12, 2015

For Neuropathic Pain "I have a spine injury L5-S1 area. For the first 6 months, I was on every anti-inflammatory, and it made me sick. In addition, I was on a heavy dose of Tramadol with no effect on pain whatsoever, it just made me high. Then, Percocet only made me high and was very addictive. However, after reading about Lyrica, talking to my doctor, getting some, and stopping my flair-ups, it saved me. Lyrica reduced my pain by about 40% and stopped my flair-ups by about 80%. It acts somewhat like an antidepressant for me, making me a bit hyper (which is a good thing), but it kills my sex drive. I stopped it for a week, and it was hard on me as the pain and flair-ups came back. I rapidly built a tolerance to Lyrica, increasing my dosage from 100mg to 600mg. It also restored my hunger, and I'm gaining weight (a good thing). It's essential to realize that nothing but hard work and medication will reduce your pain, nothing can eliminate it entirely. I understand it can be disheartening, we all wish for a miraculous healing touch from our doctors. It's crucial to incorporate exercises at home, maintain a healthy diet, seek mental support, use pain medication, and seek guidance from your doctor. Dealing with chronic pain requires both mental and physical assistance, and above all, it's your determination that aids in your recovery."

• Mis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 18, 2019

For Fibromyalgia "My fibromyalgia has gotten worse the last 2 years, and I've also developed paresthesia in my feet and hands that causes burning and tingling. I was so tired of the pain and none of my doctors helping me that I was suicidal before Christmas 2018. That was before my new rheumatologist put me on Lyrica. I was to start with 75mg at night and then titrate up to an additional 75mg during the day (or take at night if it made me too tired). However, the 75mg alone has proven to be such a help that I may just stay there until I need to go up because the medication is pricey. I got a co-pay card from the Lyrica website, so I only had to pay $25. I don't care, though, it helps so much! I am no longer in so much pain!"

• Lon...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• June 14, 2017

For Fibromyalgia "Lyrica really has changed my life by allowing me to sleep at night without all the leg pain. Having both fibromyalgia and neuropathy is a lot of pain, but combined with my other meds, I no longer suffer from nerve pain."

• Ms ...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 19, 2013

For Fibromyalgia "Diagnosed with fibromyalgia 6 years ago, I've tried many antidepressants and painkillers. I have been in withdrawal of Tramal and replacing it with Lyrica. I see it as my salvation when compared to some of the medications I have taken over the years. YES, withdrawal from any form of medication is horrific and with uncertainty and discomfort. I personally am prepared to go through this horrible time to give Lyrica its chance to work and improve my life, as I have seen an improvement already. Thanks to those who worked so hard to make this medicine for those of us who need it, know that your work is appreciated."

• Poi...
• July 28, 2016

For Neuropathic Pain "I took Lyrica for 8-9 months, then around the 5th month unknowingly it was Lyrica doing all kinds of bodily function damage, feeling unwell, swelling, cramping, kidneys, liver, and bladder hurt. Then I realized I no longer want to be poisoned, so I stopped taking it and it is hellish trying to get off. Wouldn't let my dog take it! Stay away from it! It's pure poison to your body and BRAIN as well. Very low functioning! It needs to be taken off the market!"

• Bra...
• August 26, 2015

For Fibromyalgia "This drug changed my life with unexpected benefits. I started taking it for a herniated disc and a lot of nerve damage. I started feeling pain relief immediately. It made me feel very high the first week, and I had to be careful how and when I would take it - 150mg 3 times a day. The high feeling eventually gradually dissipated. After a week, I noticed my wife smiling a lot. With great caution, I asked her why, and she said she likes how calm and relaxed I am. I'm naturally a very high-strung, intense person. I thought about what she said and noticed I actually was very relaxed, and things that typically set me off just didn't anymore. I then read about how the drug helps with anxiety. My insurance doesn't really cover it... I pay $50 for a month."

• Jen...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 30, 2019

For Neuropathic Pain "I had a spinal surgery fusion and now have a large rod in my spine with screws, etc. I was reluctant due to the negative side effects I had been told about. But I decided to give it a chance and tried it for myself. I had pain relief for the first two days (which could have been a coincidence). Then my back pain has been severe since starting it two weeks ago. I realized that Lyrica is making me severely constipated, and if I am constipated, that flares my back pain up (lower back pain). I have also experienced short-term memory loss, I crashed my car because I was vacant. I can’t remember what I did 30 seconds ago, and I’ve been making mistakes at work. I’m sure this medicine works wonders for some people, but I don’t think I can take it. Very disappointing, as I thought it might be the answer."

• Oll...
• March 3, 2017

For Neuropathic Pain "I had an accident in April 2016. A riding lawnmower fell on top of me in a deep ditch. It knocked me out and caused severe lumbar spinal stenosis and pinched nerves. Up until this year, I was in a lot of pain due to the nerves being pinched by my spine. All this time, I have seen 3 doctors-really 4: one neurologist, 2 neurosurgeons, and an internist. No one even suggested Lyrica for my pain, except the neurologist who did the nerve conduction study. He said it worked for restless leg syndrome, which I also have. I got some Lyrica and tried it. It has brought me from a 10 pain level to a 2 or 3. I get up early now like I used to, I have the will to do things on my property, etc. I had lost the desire to even get out of bed. I wish I had tried Lyrica a lot sooner, it gave me my life back."

• Ann...
• June 12, 2014

For Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy "Lyrica is about as effective as opioids without the baggage that comes with the latter. Lyrica has its own side effects for me while working up to 450 mg/day, including a floaty, spaced-out sensation, INSANE appetite, and constipation - these side effects largely disappeared at the 2-week point. Pain relief was fairly quick, at about the third or fourth day."

• tit...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• November 1, 2018

For Fibromyalgia "Lyrica has changed my life. I have worked in retail most of my life, and it entailed a lot of heavy lifting. As I got older, I started to get pain all over my body, my hands, legs, and back. Doctors gave me every drug you can think of, including narcotics, nothing was helping, and I was also getting very depressed. Finally, I saw a specialist and was prescribed Lyrica. Not only did it help me with the pain, but it also helped with the depression. I did gain 30 lbs, but I will take Lyrica over having pain and depression."

• Jac...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 27, 2015

For Neuropathic Pain "This is intended as a warning about sudden cessation of long-term Lyrica use. I've been taking 75mg twice daily of Lyrica for severe pain resulting from crush fractures in my spine. I started to feel a slight benefit from the drug a few weeks after beginning to take it, but it wasn't until I started swimming that my long-standing pain completely disappeared. I never missed a dose until a few days ago, I just ran out, had to wait until the next day, effectively missing two doses. I went through an incredibly harrowing experience in that time without the drug... it wasn't psychological, I could almost physically feel the chemistry in my brain and body going totally haywire. It was extremely alarming, nothing can describe how nasty it was."

• flo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 18, 2014

For Fibromyalgia "I have found I have an increased urge to eat sweet foods. I have tried to control this by eating fruit. However, this does not stop the craving for sweets. Also, I have noticed an increased thirst and less urination. Further, I have been able to stop using morphine patches and taking Mersyndol Forte since starting Lyrica. The lessening of pain has enabled me to sleep better."