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Neuropathic Pain Questions (Page 3)

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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?

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 ?

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

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

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

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?

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