User Reviews for pregabalin systemic

Also known as: Lyrica

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Peripheral Neuropathy	3 review(s)	13 medications		7.1

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CainORTXNC (unregistered) said:		User Rating:		8.0
Lyrica (pregabalin): This used in conjunction with Cymbalta is about as good as it gets for nerve pain. In the past I was given Neurontin, Gabapentin, and many others but none were as effective. On the down side I found that the Lyrica in higher doses (150MG - 600MG) left me tired and unable to enjoy my days. I found that I received no greater pain relief taking the larger doses, just more / worse side effects. Even with Lyrica and the Cymbalta some people with extreme pain may still need to use some other type of pain relief in addition to this drug. I take 300MG of Lyrica spread over 4 doses per day and the Cymbalta, and 120MG of OxyContin and up to 40MG Oxycodone for breakthrough pain. In severe cases, a second anti-depressant may be needed in addition to The Cymbalta to help fight the depression that comes with chronic pain. The big down side to both of these name brand medicines is the cost. A months supply of Lyrica with no insurance is over $330 and the Cymbalta will set you back just over $300 each month. Even with insurance these both will end up on the top tier (My co-pay is $50.00 each) and neither of them has a generic equivalent. 3 user(s) found this comment helpful. Did you? Yes No Report as inappropriate
November 3, 2009 6:50 PM

tirehound (unregistered) said:		User Rating:		8.0
Lyrica (pregabalin): I am very thankful for this medication, it probably has kept me out of a wheel chair. So far my pain has been reduced greatly. 0 user(s) found this comment helpful. Did you? Yes No Report as inappropriate
October 25, 2009 10:35 PM

Anonymous user said:		User Rating:		8.0
Lyrica (pregabalin): It helped to stop the nerve pain in my toes so I could sleep. 2 user(s) found this comment helpful. Did you? Yes No Report as inappropriate
October 25, 2009 7:05 PM