Gabapentin for Peripheral Neuropathy User Reviews (Page 5)

• Anonymous
• Taken for 10 years or more
• April 21, 2024

"Gabapentin has helped my nerve pain for 10 years. I tried it after trying Tegretol/Carbamazepine and getting an allergic reaction that caused a severe burning sensation in my mouth (tongue/throat). Thankfully, high dosage steroids relieved that. (I was afraid it was Burning Mouth Syndrome.) My permanent nerve pain is actually from a dental injury. (I couldn’t find a better category to describe this.) Gabapentin has been a great help. Yes, it causes memory issues, but it’s worth it. When I combined it with Amitriptyline and a high-quality R-Lipoic Acid twice a day, I became pretty much pain-free. I hope this helps someone."

• ksqua...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 9, 2017

"Effectiveness of the drug for neuropathy in hands and feet was negated by side effects, including: Severe 24/7 headaches; wild crazy dreams that woke me up at night. The pharmacist said these symptoms usually went away after 2 weeks, but after 2 months they persisted, and other side effects seemed to be increasing. I had taken Neurontin in the past, and Lyrica, with no problems whatsoever. When researching side effects, was very surprised to read that these side effects where specific to the generic formulation. Went off, and all the side effects slowly subsided, taking about 2+ weeks to completely end."

• Guitar...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 14, 2017

"I'm supposed to take 900 mg 3x per day. However, because of the dopey side I've cut it back to one 900 mg dosage at night. I'm currently taking 30mg Norco, 20mg Zoloft and an anti-inflammatory @ one 10mg N in the morning w/the meloxicam. The rest at night. I also supplement with cannabis. This has been going on for 3 years. My pain is barely breached, unless it is a VERY nice day outside. When the weather changes, the pain is intolerable. Arthritis sucks. My pain is a result of extreme body use. Sports, Military and work options have beat me down. But the Zoloft and Gabapentin work well together and I can focus,(kind of.)"

• none...
• March 26, 2016

"I have been taking 150 mg. of gabapentin once each weekend day before bed. I have noticed a diminution of the foot burning over the one month I have been taking it. My doctor suggested that I titrate its use over time and according to pain subsidence, It also helps me sleep better."

• Anonymous
• May 28, 2008

"I have taken gabapentin for about 10 years for Peripheral Neuropathy. For several years I took the maximum dosage per day. I found my memory slipping and becomming more severe as time passed. I finally quit for about two months, only to return to 300 mg four times daily. This stopped almost all of the memory problems and the lighter dosage keeps the pain down to a low roar. Gabapentin is the best I have found for the pain."

• Hokies
• June 8, 2015

"Was prescribed Gabapentin for Neuropathy from Type 2 diabetes. Developed swelling of feet and ankles, but did not help the "numbness" of my feet and ankles. Praying for something that would help with the numbness without the swelling occurring!"

• Gingern
• February 4, 2016

"I have severe sciatica due to lower back degeneration. I also have what I believe to be lipedema, a fat metabolism disorder which causes severe leg pain. I was told that I had lymphedema and then vascular disease. My legs are symmetrically out of proportion with my upper body and chronically swollen. Very difficult. Anyway, I'm taking Percocet and I started pain management last week and the Dr wanted me to try gabapentin again, as I have used it before. I've had/have a clotting disorder blood clots. I can't take NSAIDs. I took it last night and this morning and I actually was able to walk down the stairs. Dr told me gabapentin is NOT for the pain as that is what I thought. It's for the inflammation"

• Anonymous
• August 2, 2010

"This medication worked well to relieve my pain. However, the negative effects were bad. I could not think, I stumbled, had NO energy and all I wanted to do was sleep. I stopped taking it. I have neuropathic pain in both my feet and hands (at times worse than others). However, I need to be able to find my car keys and arrive at my destination without getting lost. I have to work and while taking this medication I am unable to function."

• tnlobo
• October 22, 2009

Neurontin (gabapentin) "Tried for several months. Wasn't sure if problem had resolved or drug was actually working. Stopped SLOWLY and within weeks noticed return of symptoms - starting back tomorrow - slowly up to full dosage."

• Anonymous
• June 4, 2011

"Gabapentin is the only thing I have found that reduces the chronic pain of a pinched nerve. I did gain a lot of weight since it has reduced my motivation. Also have acne which I never had before. Muscles feel tight and when working out they become sore quickly. No sense of anxiety, very calm. A lot of small side effects including almost zero sex drive, but the reduction of the BURNING, CRUSHING NEEDLE FILLED sensation in my foot it is worth it. Great medicine for severe, chronic pain."

• Dunedin
• April 17, 2008

"I have been taking Gabapentin for approximately 18 months. The reason for this is following "botched" surgery, I developed a haematoma 5.5cms. I had further surgery to remove the haematoma as it was lodged in my abdominal wall. I have been left with a neuroma and neuropathic pain. The only side effects I seem to have suffered are a gain in my weight and I cannot drink alcohol as it makes me feel sick but the drug has brought me tremendous relief from pain."

• Lilmee
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 17, 2015

"I've had hip surgery which had alot of damage on my nerves and now MS. The Dr wants me to try 100mg a day and I've just started 3 days ago so I'm not sure if it's really working yet. I am hoping it does but I do not think that 100mg 1x a day is going to do it. He wants me to try this dose for 2 weeks and see how it works out but I'm not to sure it is. Yesterday I had pain so bad in my legs and feet I couldn't even walk at all it's horrible especially when u have a 10 year old and an 11 month old u can not be down in bed not even for 10 mins during the day. I was just wondering if anyone else experienced the same dosage at first."

• yanke...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 5, 2017

"CATSPAW I read your post....hang in there. You say your legs hurt at night? I am going through the sam thing. I have difficulty walking too. What I suggest to use (I use too) get yourself a pair of medical grade knee high compression socks. These will help you heaps as they did with me. I wear them all day and even when I go to bed. Hang in there....Hope this helps."

• frankie
• September 10, 2019

"For mu peripheral neuropathy I started Gabapentin 100 mg at night for 7 days, then 200 mg for 7 days, started 300 mg for 7 days, no results ! I am now taking 300 mg in morning, 300 mg at night ! Still no results! I have bed back issue, two disc's out, non surgical, pain in legs from hips down , numbness both legs, unstable, feel like falling, knees feel like they will buckle. I have been ordered to use a walker which I refused and opted for forearm crutches. I also take tramadol for pain in back due to discs ."

• Anonymous
• July 25, 2011

Gabarone (gabapentin) "I am using this medicine for Peripheral Neuropathy (caused by Velcade) and it was marvelous for me. It stopped the feelings of stabbing pins and needles straight away in my hands and feet. I am taking 100mg 3 times a day and have only been taking it for a week."

• Stybba
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 13, 2020

"It seemed to help at first, however, I have had several days of 10+ pain in my feet after walking over 10,000 steps at work. Last night at work the pain was so severe that I was writhing in pain while I was attempting to chart on a patient. I was originally told to take 3 100mg tablets a day, however, I have used as much as 1200mg when the pain was so severe, like last evening (January 12, 2020). I have been on gabapentin since September 30, 2019 and today (January 13, 2020) I will see my doctor and ask for an alternative and ask if I need to see a pain specialist."

• Sandy
• January 23, 2020

"Taking gabapentin 1200mg daily. Still have severe burning and stabbing pains in my hands and feet. I have no side effects thankfully. Nerve conduction study in 4 weeks. I just don’t think it’s working. This all started after a traumatic birth of my youngest."

• Anonymous
• May 16, 2010

Neurontin (gabapentin) "Makes me feel very tired and quite unwell (low mood, upset, sad etc). Dont seem to get much pain relief, although it takes the edge off the worst pain. Not sure about it, but think I am negative towards it because it is a anti convulsant drug and I am using it for neuropathic pain. Positive comments from this site may make me try and think better of it!!"

• MesaA...
• October 12, 2011

"Last year I went off gabapentin as I wanted to get a pilots license. The FAA was so nasty because I have diabetes that I guess I will never get the medical clearance. Lately the neuropathy got so severe I couldn't stand it so gradually worked my way back up to 9-100 mg a day. What a difference. I may need more later. I did notice a few pounds packed on, and a bit of a blur in my eye with the new lens implant. Now that I know it is the gabapentin putting the weight on, I can be more careful as I want to maintain my figure. Lyrica made me nuts and I had terrible mood swings. Once I got up to 700 mg of gabapentin, I noticed a big relief."

• Black...
• March 28, 2017

"I am a 1.5 or Latent autoimmune diabetes (LADA) diabetic with fibromyalgia and severe PN. I was given Gabapentin 300mg to start and I am now up to 3 times a day. I get very drowsy from the medication, but without it there is no way I can sleep or walk. It has been very helpful for me, though I am once again having troubles sleeping and wonder if an additional pain medication might help manage the gabapentin in relief or if perhaps I should try a different medication. I'm not sure if there is a tolerance level for Gabapentin, but for small PN and nerve issues, it has been a very effective medication."

• Lens...
• March 20, 2014

"After six back related surgeries, I developed peripheral neuropathy. I was placed on Savella which helped some, but my neurologist decided to add Gralise as well. What had been absolutely terrible burning in both legs has been reduced with both of these medications. The Gralise was a helpful addition to the Savella. The question below regarding the insurance coverage; I had a blue cross plan which picked up about 40-50% then I recently purchased another blue cross plan which, at this moment in time, is not covering the Gralise, so my neurologist is trying to get them to authorize it."

• Back...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 8, 2017

"My surgeons PA has me on a very low dose of hydro, (had back surgery less than 2 weeks ago), & after a week of still being in pain, he added Gabapentin 600mg 3x/day. I woke from surgery & the bottom of my right foot was no longer numb, below my knee to my ft the pain was near gone, (prior to surgery my ankle hurt so bad it felt broken 95% of time), & the pain in my thigh & hip was rapidly decreased daily.Yay my surgery was a success! So the only real pain I continued to have was from surgery itself (they shaved bone from L5 & removed bulge) After being on Gaba for about 1 wk, numbness is returning. I've experienced this before from another nerve med, so I KNOW it's the Gaba! I see him next week, but I'm reducing dose gradually to 0 by then.More side effects like other's too."

• Pat
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 6, 2022

"I will just say avoid this medicine if you can. The benefits do not out way the risk. By week 3 my pins and needles got 10x worse. I even started to get small tremors. I decided to stop the medication. It’s been two weeks and I still have not recovered. I’m worse off than before I started. I regret ever trying gabapentin. I would only use this medicine as you last resort."

• Chari...
• January 11, 2017

"I have SLE Lupus, I'm a diabetic and I'm on dialysis. I'm currently taking gabapentin 300mg daily. Before dialysis I was taking 300mg 3x a day. The Nephalogist says taking more than 300mg daily would be harmful to me and because of the decrease dosage I still have the pain. It's more like an really intense burning and itching sensation. I can't go any where or do anything because right now the only relief I get is when I'm rubbing my feet. Sometimes it does this and my blood sugar is normal like right now. My podiatrist won't change back my prescription based on what my nephalogist says. I'm miserable right now and don't know what else I can do. Please somebody help! "

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 29, 2015

"I take 800 mg TID, which seems to me a high dose. It's still a bit hit or miss on neuropathic pain coverage. When it works it's great! I know it works from comparison to the week- or month-long periods I've not taken it, when the pain is much worse. Still, it can't compare to other meds I've tried like Cymbalta which provide awesome pain control (downside to Cymbalta is insomnia tho). Narcotic pain meds work somewhat too, but mainly by changing my attitude towards the pain, not really lowering it, so they are a poor option for me."