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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: This medicine helped my problem - 2 herniated discs and a pinched nerve, but it gave me really bad stomach ache had to stop it right away.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome: Side effects are a bit annoying sometimes, but it's working for me so I'll put up with it. A side note- I'm taking this in addition to Wellbutrin and Cymbalta. All for my RSD... I have only had intermittent pain and it was extremely mild in comparison to before this combination.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Just started Lyrica last night and I do notice less pain generally already. It seems my neck pain is worse, but that maybe because the other pain is so much less. I did feel nauseous for awhile after taking the pill (50mg). The possible weight gain is worrisome, because I am already overweight; something for me to watch out for.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have been dealing with Fibromyalgia for many years and my doctor was so excited when Lyrica came out, like it was going to be the cure or something; but it did not help my FMS at all. Not to mention, I had horrific fluid retention! I couldn't wear normal shoes, my hands so swollen I couldn't get my wedding ring on. The swelling lasted for a while even after I discontinued the medication.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Made me so dizzy that I could not walk down stairs or across rooms where I had nothing to hold on to. Made me sick to my stomach too, and offered no relief from fibromyalgia symptoms.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Neuralgia: I had a cervical laminectomy to remove a cyst that had grown and was encroaching in on a nerve. I also had a 4mm subluxation of C7 over T1. The surgeon removed the cyst, realigned my vertebrae and used instrumentation to hold the vertebrae in place. Unfortunately, after the surgery, the most painful part was the pain in my arms. I had taken Lyrica in the past for a very short time and it caused weight gain. I kept the medication on hand because it was expensive. After 2 trips back into the ER, the surgeon wanted me to take the Lyrica. His RN said that I will know if it will work in 1 1/2 - 2 days. She was right, thank God! The pain decreased dramatically. I'll deal with the weight gain later.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Peripheral Neuropathy: 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.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: What a nightmare! Diagnosed with Fibro 2 months ago. Was put on Cymbalta, which did nothing for me at all. Doctor switched me over to Lyrica, and the nightmare began. Three hours after the first dose, I was dizzy, nauseous, shaky, and started having trouble with my balance. I decided to try and stick it out since I had heard such great things about the medication. By the 4th day and 4th dose, I couldn't function. I couldn't walk without holding on to something (like the couch or a wall), I was so nauseous I couldn't hold down food, my head wouldn't stop spinning, and I was suicidal! When I finally realized I QUIT THE MEDICINE!
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Been on Lyrica for 6 months now. 100mg 2x daily. Has worked great for pain relief. Side effects for me include dizziness and blurred vision. Have tried to change to Savella to see if same relief would happen without side effects, but after 3 days off Lyrica started to feel really bad. No weight gain but I do stay very active.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: The stuff helps a bit. I started on 150mg which helps a bit. Then the doctor wanted to put me on the maximum dosage of 300mg per day which made me very nauseous - so I went back to the 150mg per day that (helps like 1 aspirin on a bad head ache). He as since prescribed 20mg (5mg 4 times per day) of Methadone that has totally stopped the pain for the most part. Every once in a while I get a bit of break through pain, but nothing like before. It has been a life saver regardless of the negative association attached to the name.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: When I took Lyrica, I gained 40 lbs myself and my eyes were blurry. Once I got off of the medicine it has been still hard to lose the weight. It did work for my leg pain but the side effects were to much!
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Generalized Anxiety Disorder: Didn't do much for my anxiety. I'm taking 150mg two times a day. Can't really feel much difference. I do feel a little bit more "spacey" though.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Peripheral Neuropathy: 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.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome: I had a severe reaction to taking Lyrica. I gained 40 lbs in 2 months, and had such severe swelling in my legs.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I have Degenerative disc disease and 4 herniated disks. I have been down the road of dependence on Oxycontin and Duragesic. Those medicines worked great, however, they do not hold up as they claim. My doctor put me on Lyrica at 300mg a day and what a difference it has made! My mobility is much better as well as my mental outlook on life. This medicine seems to do the job. I like it and recommend it.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: My neurosurgeon prescribed Lyrica after a lumbar fusion at L5-S1 to control pain. It worked great and allowed me to sleep when no other medication helped. I started at a higher dose and then as I felt better and better I only took it at night. After about 4 months, I was ready to go back to work. I found myself unmotivated and disinterested. When I spoke to my GP about this, he made the connection between Lyrica and my general malaise, noting that it is also used for anxiety, which I did not have. After that, we worked to wean the dosage down and I stopped taking it after a few weeks.
My side effects included long time to wake up, general uncoordination upon waking, and some bouts of blurred vision. I did not experience weight gain.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Generalized Anxiety Disorder: The first time I used Lyrica I experienced an amazingly profound reaction; layers of depression and anxiety that had built up over several years melted away within minutes. That was years ago and I have since both weaned myself off the drug and restarted taking it again. One thing I rarely see mentioned is the terrifyingly bad withdrawal effect- missing more than one dose for me throws me into the absolute darkest pits of despair. Has anyone else experienced this? When I went off the drug the first time I felt like I had performed a miracle; so strong was the feeling that it took a long time for me to convince myself that things were bad enough to warrant going back on. It still helps, but nothing as miraculous as the first time.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I had L3-L4 diskectomy in l988. Since '98 have had steady pain down left side, including hip. Have L5-S1 joined from birth. Finally went to a specialist in physical medicine and am on Lyrica 75mg 2 x day. I can WALK again! Feels like a miracle!
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Lyrica was great as a pain reliever. It is not a pain killer. The side effects were brutal - weight gain, swelling, water retention yikes. I only stayed on Lyrica a few months. I am now trying Robaxasil.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: The first time I used Lyrica I experienced an amazingly profound reaction; layers of depression and anxiety that had built up over several years melted away within minutes. That was years ago and I have since both weaned myself off the drug and restarted taking it again. One thing I rarely see mentioned is the terrifyingly bad withdrawal effect- missing more than one dose for me throws me into the absolute darkest pits of despair. Has anyone else experienced this? When I went off the drug the first time I felt like I had performed a miracle; so strong was the feeling that it took a long time for me to convince myself that things were bad enough to warrant going back on. It still helps, but nothing as miraculous as the first time.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Diabetic Nerve Damage: Not only do I have diabetic neuropathy, I also have nerve damage on both sides from total loss of L5S1 disc. I could not live without Lyrica. Just don't miss a dose, it's not pleasant. Lyrica doesn't stop it all, but I know how much it does stop and won't ever be without it
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I've been on Lyrica almost 3 yrs. It did give me relief from the aches of my Fibromyalgia and I haven't felt like I was in a fog since taking it.
It didn't help with my lower back pain which started to really annoy me 8/08. Doctor put me on Vicodin 10/325 that helped (but started Pristiq about 3 weeks ago which helped this pain.
I also still feel the depression (mainly lack of motivation and concentration problems (not ADD).
I went off the Lyrica for awhile but have since gone back on it. I feel it helps me while I'm on it to stay on it as regular as possible.
No weight gain.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Just started Lyrica 75mg twice a day yesterday. My first dose, I felt extremely drunk, and could not function. I took my second dose at bedtime, and slept through the night, and woke up refreshed! I had no aches or pain. My 3rd dose, this morning, again feeling a little drunk, and off balance... but again, I feel good. I can actually sit still at work, without having to move around and try to be comfortable. I am going to stick with this medication, and hope that the side effects go away in a couple of days.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I WAS DIAGNOSED WITH FOBROMYALGIA IN 1997, BUT WASN'T PRESCRIBED LYRICA UNTIL 2007. WHAT A DIFFERENCE. UNTIL LYRICA I WAS IN BED AND COULDN'T DO ANYTHING!! I WAS VOMITING EVERY DAY AND HAD TO BE HOSPITALIZED SEVERAL TIMES AND HAD LOST SEVERAL POUNDS. NOW I'M BACK TO WORK FULL TIME WHICH I'D NEVER THOUGHT I'D BE ABLE TO DO AGAIN. DOING MORE THAN SIMPLE TASKS IS A JOY, AND BEING ABLE TO PLAY WITH MY GRAND KIDS IS MORE ENJOYABLE THAN I CAN SAY. I DO HAVE TO SAY I HAVE TO TAKE PAIN MEDICINES AND MUSCLE RELAXERS AND HAD A PAIN PUMP PLACED INSIDE MY STOMACH, BUT WITH EVERYTHING I'M ALMOST BACK TO NORMAL. THE ONLY NEGATIVE IS THE WEIGHT GAIN, BUT I'LL TAKE THAT. MY HUSBAND SAID I NEEDED IT ANYWAY. BUT I CAN'T TELL YOU HOW HAPPY I AM WITH THE LYRICA.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I just started using Lyrica but I still sometimes have to take a Aleve with it some nights because I cannot sleep due to fibromyalgia pain.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I have a bad lumbar disc L5-S1 in my low back which needs to be removed. I'm taking Lycria because it helps keep the pain from going down my leg. Lyrica works great. If it wasn't for Lyrica I wouldn't be walking.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I have severe pain in my legs and chronic fatigue. Been going to doctors for over a year, have had 3 MRI's, and gallons of blood taken and tested. Yet nobody knows the source of these symptoms. Due for a muscle biopsy soon. While taking tramadol and hydrocodone had great results for energy and pain, I became dependent. I was prescribed Lyrica 50mg about 2 months ago and felt a little relief. Doctor raised the dosage and now I take 150mg 3 times a day and the results are amazing. I'm alert, energetic, and pain free. Have a little dizziness now and then, but this medicine is great.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Suffering from complex pain syndrome and resultant fibromyalgia, and to find something that reduces the burning pain of my skin and along with other drugs to help with sleep has made me feel like "myself" for the first time in over 7 years. I have shed many tears in pain and dejection, but not so many lately. Thanks Lyrica.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Migraine Prevention: Tremendous reduction in pain. I have been on the medication since May and have gone from bone shattering pain at the bridge of my nose and between my eyes 24X7 to only two or three bad headaches a week. I have just had my dose increased to knock even those out, I'll let you know how much better I feel in four months. I would have given it a 10 if it wasn't for the weight gain.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Neuralgia: Makes me feel very sleepy and spaced out but really helps with the pain. Also have an increase in appetite. Had total knee replacement three months ago and have a lot of post operative nerve pain that tramadol didn't touch. After many sleepless nights it has been a God send and have had my first night of more than three hours sleep since I had the operation.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Lyrica made my fibromyagia symptoms worse. All it did was make me gain excessive amonts of weight (over 80lbs in 6 months) and it caused more stress on my joints and symptoms then not taking anything at all for it. I hated it and recommend doing the vitamin regimen and looking up as much as you can online and sharing the websites you find with your doctor.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Diabetic Nerve Damage: I suffered with nerve damage at back of my neck. Lyrica caused me severe memory loss, confusion and depression. It stopped my nerve problem but my good memory has not returned. I also suffer headaches, which I never had before.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I really didn't notice much difference after 6 months on Lyrica - still had minor headaches, but apparently swelling went down (MRI). I DID notice the sleepiness at first, followed by insomnia and 30 lbs weight gain in that 6 months and swollen fingers and belly area.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Epilepsy: Worked wonders at the start. Was up to 600mg a day. I don't eat the best but I do think this did make me gain weight. I live in the great white north but I struggled with balance, fell often, and also had trouble putting my thoughts into words. These side effects are now gone now that I'm off this.
Balance and communication much better now that I'm off.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Diabetic Nerve Damage: I started using Lyrica six months after it was put on the market and I think it is a miracle drug for those of us who could not sleep or relax in any way due to severe neuropathy. The only side effect I experienced was sleepiness which disappeared after about a week. This is a wonderful, wonderful thing for diabetics with nerve pain. Thank you to the makers!
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Could not function or hold up my own weight. Lyrica gave me my life back weeks after starting it. I had dealt with pain for over 10 years. I'm 39 and had weight gain but a small amount of a prescribed fluid pill took off pounds quickly.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have been on Lyrica for 3 years. It has really helped with my pain (dulls it). However, I am now wanting to switch to Neurontin because Lyrica has caused me to gain over 40lbs. I also have had to raise the dose to 150mg 3 x daily. It really helped with the insomnia that I had suffered with for 10 years. If Lyrica did not have the side effect of weight gain, I would stay on it. Would I recommend this drug, yes I would.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) : I am a 39 year old male and sustained a fall back in October shattering both heels and ankles and have been diagnosed with RSD (Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy)and my pain management doctor prescribed Lyrica 300mg twice a day for the burning and pain. I have had 4 epidurals and 1 nerve block and have found that the lyrica works best for me and it works well with the other medicines I take on a daily basis. I have been taking for almost a year now and I have not had any side effects!
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia when I was 14 and I have taken a myriad of medications to help with the pain. Lyrica although it does help with the pain, the side effects are just too much for me. I have been on it for over 2 years now and the water retention and weight gain is great. I weened down and stopped taking it a week ago and have already lost 10 lbs and the edema in my legs is gone. If I could take the Lyrica without the weight gain and water retention I would in a heart beat. Hopefully something else will work well for me.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Lyrica helped the stinging, pins and needles feeling in my feet. However, my ankles swelled badly so I quit taking it.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I'm a 33 year old man who has felt like an elderly man for the past 10 years. I have had every test under the sun and no one ever diagnosed me with fibromyalgia because my pain was all on the left side (Ipsilateral). The pain started 10 years ago with a car accident and has severely impacted my life. I have used diet, exercise and massage to manage the pain but a recent flare up made me reach out to my doctor once again. She wanted me to try Lyrica because I have every classic tender point on my left side only and after the first pill I knew something was better. I am 3 days in and feel like wonderful. I still have some aches but feel like this is a miracle.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Although for some reason Lyrica seemed to make my pain medications oxycontin last longer or work better, Lyrica made my legs swell up. The pain was unbearable from the swelling and in the end I had a lot of broken veins. If you're swelling up and your doctor says "oh, you just ate too much salt this week" get another opinion to get off Lyrica and see if the swelling doesn't stop. I wish I could take it, it really did help. Good luck to all with Fibromyalgia, it's an awful and painful disease.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I have had a fusion of L4 and L5 in 2004 was doing fine until last year when I began to have pain in my low back and right leg accompanied with numbness and tingling down the leg. I also managed to severely rupture a few discs in my neck while stretching of all things. Was misdiagnosed by the surgeon who only fixed one of the ruptures with a fusion of C7. Off course this still left me with pain and numbness from my neck down both arms. About a month or so ago I switched to a spine and pain management doctor and he put me on the Lyrica (75mg 3x daily) and a Duragesic patch. These two drugs have worked wonders for my pain and Quality of life.
The only side effect is that my short term memory is a little sketchy and my mind doesn't want to shut down.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: My mother takes Lyrica for bulging disc pain - 450mg a day (150mg 3 times a day). Roughly she takes it every 6 hours. The pain relief is great, but sometimes struggles to get through those 6 hours before the next does. It has helped a lot.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I began reporting my symptoms of peripheral neuropathy to my doctor in the 90's. My stroke in 2002 finally got my doctor's attention that my nerve pain was real. She dropped me as her patient and subsequent doctors ignored my pain complaints. In 2004 I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia but my Neurologist said not to take Lyrica. Fortunately, I recently got a new Primary Care Physician and new Neurologist. Two weeks ago, my new PCP gave my samples of Lyrica. I am amazed at my improved ability to function already. I think of the years of being bedridden at age 36-41. I can't believe that I wasn't prescribed Lyrica, a decade ago. No side effects so far. I still have pain 24/7, but the relief due to Lyrica, is a miracle.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Neuralgia: I have nerve damage in my L4 / L5 disc and down my leg. Out of all my medicines the one that helps me the most is Lyrica. I can tell if I miss a pill because my pain goes up. The pain medicines just hide the pain and not that well on cold and rainy days. Lyrica helps the pain - it is the best nerve medicine I have ever had. I gained 40 lbs. I have been on Neurontin with lots of side effects. As much as I hate the 40 lbs I'm glad to have the medicine.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Diabetic Nerve Damage: I have nerve pain from diabetes. I was waking up several times a night with severe pain. Lyrica has allowed me to sleep through the night without interruption. So far no side effects to report.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I was on Lyrica for 2 years. At first it was fabulous! But over time I needed to keep increasing the dosage to get the same result. The side effects were bad for me. In the two years I was on it I gained 60 lbs and my hair started falling out. I have since switched to Neurontin with no side effects and my hair is slowly coming back. Lyrica was a miracle for me for about 18 months but as they say all good things must come to an end.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I have been having pain for 5 months now after a bad dental experience. I thought it was my teeth that was causing all of my pain. I felt hopeless with no other options left. No dentists knew what to do. I went to my doctor and said I possibly have nerve damage from the numbing shot (I have permanent numbing too). This medicine has taken away my tingling feeling from the numbing (although it's still numb, it's not annoying). The shooting pain through my jaw is gone and my throbbing is gone too. WONDERFUL. I do feel a little dizzy and loopy but I'm so happy.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have been taking Lyrica for about 1 year and I went from hurting all the time to just my occasional spells. I don't know what I would do without it.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: This seems to work for me, at least the nerve pain in my legs, it controls the racing, shooting pains but does not help the muscle pain or spasms at all. at least when I take it i can sit down without shaking or moving my legs. Every little bit helps.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I was on Lyrica for 5 months. It seemed to help with the pain somewhat for a while, but didn't stop it. Also, I GAINED 40 POUNDS. The doctor told me if I was careful about my eating habits that I wouldn't gain too much weight, but this was not true. After I went off it, I lost 22 pounds in 2 weeks - just from water weight. I have yet to be able to lose the rest of the weight.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I have been suffering from severe pudendal nerve damage pain and fibromyalgia for over 12 years. Vicodin, Percocet, Duragesic, Oxycontin, injections, you name it. Lyrica 75mg 2-3 x day has made the biggest difference in my life and pain in over 12 years. I can walk without a cane and I feel like doing things. There was some initial weight gain, but that seems to have leveled off. I've been amazed and very pleased.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Diabetic Nerve Damage: I was put on 50mg of Lyrica at age 62. Within a week there was noticeable improvement in the amount of burning and tingling in my feet and legs. Within a month the burning and tingling disappeared. At 3 months I had gained 15 pounds at a rate of 5 pounds per month. Most importantly I began to notice I did not care if I lived or died. I stopped taking the drug. I have also experience this with antidepressants. For 6 months after stopping Lyrica I remained relatively free of pain. By 8 months the burning and tingling have returned at their full intensity. I rate the drug a 5, great for pain with serious side effects.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Neuralgia: Lyrica works very well with pins, needles, tingling and numbness. The negative side effects were "loopiness", and inability to feel full after eating. I gained 40 lbs very quickly.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Persisting Pain, Shingles: I have not experienced any decrease in pain and I have had trouble sleeping, feeling constantly drowsy and find it difficult to concentrate at work. Have had some instances of irritability.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have been on Lyrica for a little over a year now. My doctor started me on it as soon as it was approved. At first, with the smaller dosage it did nothing. Now I take 225mg in the morning and another 225mg at bedtime. It has helped me sleep at night a little better but other than that, I haven't had the relief as some have described here. It's frustrating to say the least. Considering the fact that I am also on Xanax, Clonazepam, Hydrocodone, Tramadol, Trazadone and Savella. Some I only take 1 x per day, others 3 x per day and a couple 2x per day. Lyrica was added after Tramadol. I had no side effects from it and it did not interfere with the other medicines that I am on. I was losing weight easily before, but now it is a bit harder. I'm staying on it.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I have suffered with severe pain from neurofibromatosis. After the first day of taking Lyrica I felt wonderful. A bit sleepy and forgetful. I have not noticed an increase in
appetite but I have noticed food tastes better. I am also sleeping harder and it is hard to wake up. After 4 days I am so happy to have found this.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Lyrica has helped me deal with my pain better. I have had no side effects with it. I still hurt bad, but it does help some.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have been using Lyrica for 1 year or so for FMS. It has taken care of the larger muscle pains but does NOTHING for the life-sucking body ache that I have suffered with since 1978. Nor does it stop my back pain. I take hydrocodone to deal with the body ache/back pain. I have good days and bad days still, but when the day is good, very little muscle pain. Downside: I have gained a great deal of weight. Also there seems to be a great deal of fluid retention with Lyrica, a diuretic helps.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Neuralgia: I had way too many uncomfortable side effects that caused me to stop taking the medicine. It did help with the "pain", but gave me a false sense of wellness and I would over do my ability to be active and suffer.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Diabetic Nerve Damage: Lyrica has its pros and cons like any other medicine in the market. Lyrica has helped me in many ways including neuropathic pain and depression together with other antidepressants. The only side effect that bothers me a little is the fact that I feel tired most of the time but I can still function with a lot of calmness.
On the other hand I have tried every single medicine for insomnia during the last 12 years with not so great results until I found this medicine. Now I sleep like a baby at 150mg twice a day.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia 10 years ago and have watched in horror as the pain has increased each year. I have tried antidepressants with no help. I have tried NSAIDS with no help, including prescription. All of them. I have tried Vicodin with limited help. Cymbalta helped a little, but made me gain weight. I am currently reconsidering it. As for Lyrica, I started this about 6 months ago and for the first 2 months it was a MIRACLE; however, it was short lived. Once my body gets used to taking a medication, the benefits begin to decrease, eventually dwindling to nothing. Lyrica has been no exception. As for side effects, have weight gain.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: Side effects like extreme fatigue and shortness of breath limited my dosage which limited the drug's effectiveness at pain relief.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: This drug is a wonderful addition to the list of drugs available for use for my condition. The Chemical engineer of this drug is a genius. The drug has worked beautifully.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have tried everything to help with my fibromyalgia pain. I have tried Cymbalta and other anti-depressants as well as opiates like Tylenol with codeine and Vicodin. I have also tried muscle relaxants like Soma. All of these helped but I still had painful days. Lyrica gets rid of the pain. I have been on it for 2 months and it is a miracle drug. I have my life back and can be productive. Also controls painful flares. Haven't had a flare yet. Lyrica is great.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I've suffered from Fibromyalgia since I was 16 years old (I'm now 24). My doctor put me on pain killers/ muscle relaxers, anti-inflammatories, Cymbalta and the list goes on. I've been told to change my diet. Nothing truly worked. Then I saw the Lyrica commercial. Asked my Doctor about it and he told me he had heard great things about it. I was given a free week trial. The FIRST pill- I could tell a slight difference. It's day 7 for me and I LOVE this pill thus far.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: My friend started using this medicine over a week ago. She was always achy and tired and went to bed early. She could barely move or walk. She tells me that in less than a week, she can stay up till 10pm now (instead of 7), and work in her garden and actually move around. She said she's a new person and still can't believe the difference. For her, it's been magic.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Neuralgia: I was recently put on this medication - only 25 mg to start for the first week. Since about the third day of taking the low dose of this medication I suddenly began to be extremely tired. I was not feeling like myself at all. I had to leave work early one day and was off for the rest of the week. I also slept for about one whole day. My doctor is aware and wants me to stick with the low dose for now since I am still feeling pretty lethargic during the 3rd week. I hope that it will get better soon.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I had the sudden onset of Fibromyalgia in my neck and arms. I have been in terrible pain, unable to use my arms for even simple things like folding clothes. I started Lyrica yesterday but have seen no change thus far. I can't find information on how long it takes to get relief. I hope it will help me. I'm too young to be an invalid.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I just started this medicine and I have been suffering with fibromyalgia for 20 years. I took 75mg the first night. The next day I was really out of it (sleepy) but the insane pain was no longer there. On the second night I took it again and the next day I did not have anymore side effects (sleepy) so I am very hopeful this will get even better with long term use.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have tried 95% of the other ones. To me none obviously worked if I had to add 4-5 opiates with it to get 'some' relief. I was 'very' skeptical about trying another. Last month I ran out and life was being too busy to allow me to get to the pharmacy. I didn't think 1 or 2 doses would make a difference. None of the others would have. I was in the most excruciating pain I have had for years. I had forgotten what fibromyalgia could really feel like. As long as it continues to work in body I will not miss any doses.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: This medicine is very effective for pain, but added unexpected benefit of substantive improvement in quality of sleep. Only side effect is dry mouth and funny taste in mouth. I've been on it for two weeks and actually lost one kilo. I'm 39 year old female.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Neuralgia: I am 52 years old and have suffered from neuralgia mostly in my feet and legs. It got so bad I could not fall asleep at night. I take 50mg morning and night. I read all the comments and reviews on this and other sites. They made it sound like a miracle drug and I agree. Finally I had some relief. I am having trouble with swelling and had some weight gain. It has been worth it.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I had lamenectomy surgery in 2003 which was about 40% effective. I still have constant sharp pain in my left testicle, recurring burning pain in my left calf and lower back pain. For years after surgery I have had acupuncture, chiropractic care, physical therapy and medications. I have taken methadone, morphine and oxycodone for 4 years. Now I have been taking Lyrica for a year. For the first 6-7 months it was like a wonder drug. It worked as well as anything else aside from dry mouth, weight gain and blurred vision. Now it's not working so well. An MRI showed I have many broad based disc bulges, spondyliosis, stenosis and arthritis. Now looking at a fusion surgery. Lyrica has worked for me however it seems to be less effective than when I began taking it.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: For 18 months have had severe lumbar, butt and leg pain. Got spinal injections that helped some, but leg pain still was especially bad. Finally had back surgery, which helped the lower back, but not the pain in my hips and legs, which was intense. As usual, had physical therapy, massage, and finally acupuncture. Nothing worked. My doctor finally started me on Lyrica at 50 mg before bed, then 100, and finally at 200 mg before bedtime. It has reduced the pain about 70 percent. It also helps me sleep like a log, and the only side effects are some dizziness in the morning, but by around 10 AM that goes away. Great stuff!
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have suffered pain in my neck, shoulders, jaw, and suffered from migranes. I have tried EVERYTHING (doctors, physical therapy, massage, accupuncture, psychiatrist, many meds). I was prescribed Lyrica for fibromyalgia pain, and chronic fatigue. I was on almost the highest dose for 2 months and did NOTHING for me but make me gain 25 pounds! I am 5'6" 125 and went up to 150lbs. 125 pounds is a high weight for me so 150 is too much for my frame.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I used to take gabapentin for about 6 years or more and felt it to be helpful. My doctor wanted me to get lyrica for a while now. I can't tell you the difference between the two drugs. I was afraid to change drugs in case lyrica did not work for me. Within two weeks I felt so much better. My dosage is 75mg x 5 per day. I use this drug for nerve pain. I get this nerve pain that travels from the blade in my back and into my face and teeth. It is horrible. I have had rotator cuff surgery which helped with the tear but I probably have some scaring and pinching of certain nerves. No one knows which ones. Lyrica and gabapentin at least have given me the courage to start living again. Thank you.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Have been taking Methadone, Zanaflex and Mobic for quite a while for both Fibromyalgia and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Tried Neurotin but it knocked me flat, finally switched to Lyrica, but I am so medicine sensitive that can only take 25mg in a.m. and 50 mg. at night. It is helping, however I become groggy and have gained 20 lbs. The weight gain doesn't help the Fibromyalgia, but the pain is unbearable so will take it.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Diabetic Nerve Damage: I take a 75 mg dose, and it really makes a difference, I still have an underlying tenderness in the toes and the pads of my feet, but at least I can walk. I am looking for an alternative for it as the cost to me is excessive.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I have just started on this medication, it is hard to say if it is working for me yet. I do notice the dry mouth and yucky aftertaste. I have been dealing with an unknown condition for many years nobody can figure out what is wrong. I have been sleeping a bit better since I have been on Lyrica. I am also on about 14 other medications so not sure which one is doing what haha. It does help to see so many people. Have heard such great reviews of this treatment. It is hopeful for me to look for in the future.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Neuralgia: After the shingles on my neck I was diagnosed with "non specific nerualgia" because having shingles on my neck the virus infected my trigemengial nerve and the chances of the pain going away are far to none. I have tried everything from trigger point injections to high doses of opioids. Nothing really worked on the underlying pain. Yes I would have some relief but the nerve pain was always there. So now after being on maintanence methadone for a year I have started taking lyrica for the past month with really good results. Now I am starting to slowly to come down off the methadone because of the great results from this medication. I was pleasantly surprised. I just hope it can continue the good work.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Diabetic Nerve Damage: I am on dialysis and now have neuropathy in my feet. I have tried many things and find Lyrica works but I have to take a low dose, only 75mg a day. I have found that this low dose of Lyrica works well with 10mg of Vicodin. My feet are tolerable and I can function without kicking my feet every millisecond and always thinking of the pain in my feet. This combination works very well and I recommend it to all diabetic/dialysis neuropathic pain patients.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I was born with neurofibromatos and saw over 20 doctors in the last year with 4 MRI's. I have 1000's of little bumps on my back and one on my left side that is the size of a golf ball wrapped around my nerve and muscle. I finally went to a pain specialist and he put me on this drug. It's my 3rd day on it and I am taking 100 mg's now and in two more days will be on 150mg. So far this is amazing. I went golfing today and I had no pain in my swing. I can finally get back out in the course and have no pain in my back swing. I'm glad I have not read any negative comments about this drug. It really is a miracle.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Neuralgia: Treatment for frostbite - A little bit expensive, but it beats getting my toes cut off and learning how to walk again. It works better than narcotic pain medicines without all the bad side effects too.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: For the past 3 years I have been dealing with nerve pain left from shingles in my neck. I have tried EVERYTHING for this pain including injections and narcotics. Nothing really helped unless I was a zombie. I am allergic to a lot of medications including Tegretol and Neurontin. So when my neurologist suggested I try this medication I was VERY skeptical. I have been on this medicaton for a week now. I started on 25mg twice a day and felt some relief. I thought it was in my head. Now I am on 50mg twice a day and I can't believe the difference. I am relieved I can finally get my life back. I am a mother of 2. I did not realize how much the pain had taken over my life until now.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I have 4 curves in my back. Several bulging discs, chronic pain, due to the discs, osteoporosis, lordosis and kyphosis, with spinal stenosis. Lyrica has been a miracle for me. I have been using a walker for 8 years. Yesterday I went across the street, came back to my house to get the garden hose, back across the street to water my neighbors plants, and lugged the hose back home. Suddenly I realized, I forgot my walker. I completely forgot it. I wake in the morning, pain free. I am walking now without the walker, it has also improved my mood. I used to cry a lot, because I could not do the "normal" things, people my age can do. I am 50 years old, and have been on disability for 8 years. I feel like a new person.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I am diagnosed with a type of "Meralgia Peresthetica", a Neuropathic pain in my right leg. I also get pain "breakthrough" where pain attacks can reach up to 10 on a pain scale.
I started Lyrica last year, and now am on 225Mg twice a day and have the same amount of pain control as the Gabapentin, but at a much lower dose. My wife says that I am much more "aware" and "responsive" on Lyrica and my short term memory issues are not quite as severe, however still there. My weight gain has ceased, however I am having a tough time trying to lose all the weight I have gained.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Lyrica is a miracle drug. I was taking 12 to 16 ibuprofen a day and was still in constant pain. Now I only take a few occasionally for breakthrough pain. I take 150 mg of Lyrica in the morning and 300mg at bedtime. My sleep is better. I still have difficulty moving around in the morning, but within an hour of taking my morning dosage the majority of my pain, etc is gone.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: This medication has helped me to be able to do things that I did when I was younger. It has been a great help to me. I am so glad that my doctor ordered it for me.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Neuralgia: Besides reducing the nerve pain from bulging discs, it also noticeably reduced the constant, annoying ringing in my ears.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Neuralgia: I only got the chance to take this for a week. After 3 days I noticed the substantial decrease in pain. I noticed no adverse side effects. It was great.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I JUST started using this drug 3 days ago. I have been suffering with horrible pain from a herniated disc over the past 2 months. Tried hydrocortisone shots in my back and the pain went away for 3-4 days. I've been on vicodin and skelaxin as well as Aleve twice a day. I've had to take my vicodin every 4 hours instead of every 6 hours because the pain has been so bad. Just in the last 48 hours, I've noticed such a difference with Lyrica. I keep waiting for the pain to be there, but it is NOT. I'm still titrating my way up on the dosage, but in another day or two, my maximum dose will be 50 mg 3 times a day. Currently, I'm taking 50 mg 2 times a day. It really works.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: This medication has made a tremendous difference in my life. My pain was due to arthritis and none of the drugs prescribed for this condition worked. After two weeks on Lyrica I feel like a different person and my back is back to normal.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) : I was taking Lyrica for a few months and really did not know how much it helped until I had to stop it. I have been off of it for 1 month and this past month has been extremely bad. Have had tremors, twitches, anxiety is pretty severe at least for me and my pain is debilitating at times.
I got my Lyrica back today and waiting to see if my symptoms improve. I know now that it was working very well because I feel the difference being off of it for the last month. The only other thing that may have affected me is my gastric bypass and recent history of seziures/passing out. Very nervous of having another seizure. I feel it could be a deficiency problem. I may never know.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I was recently diagnosed with fibromyalgia earlier this year. I have taken everything under the sun and nothing has relieved my pain quite like Lyrica. It has been a miracle drug for me. I have not experienced any of the normal symptoms either. I take 50mg at noon and 50mg at night. It helps me sleep during the night and function during the day. Two thumbs up.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: Started 75mg twice daily yesterday for nerve pain in my legs and fibromyalgia after back surgery two months ago. While it almost eradicates my pain the dizziness and high feeling are limiting what I can do.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have been taking Lyrica for three months. I started out with 75mg twice a day. It took the edge off my fibromyalgia pain during the day but at night I would wake up due to muscle pain when laying on one side too long. My doctor increased me to 150mg twice a day and for the first time in months, I was able to sleep through the night. I feel like a new person. It's a wonder drug. For once I am not walking around like a zombie due to pain and lack of sleep. I have gained a couple of pounds but I can live with that.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Several years ago I was thrown from a car and hit by a car and have had problems ever since and had xrays and "Congrates your back isn't broken" but I don't know what it is. For 6 years, everyday I would have to lay in the tub and the shower hit my back or lay on a heating pad and even at night just to fall asleep I use sleep aids and constant showers or heating pads to get the muscles to stop hurting and spasms and then I couldn't take it anymore. The muscle relaxers wouldn't work and my back and neck were burning and stiff and spasms all day and night and I couldn't sleep and went desperately to a my new doctor that I was seeing and got his associate. He saw me and recognized the fibromyalgia and placed me on Lyrica. I'm a true 26 year old again.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Neuralgia: Works great but goes out for me quickly. Always feel like dose should be raised but can't due to swelling and weight gain.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I was prescribed Lyrica for nerve pain as well as tingling/numbness/electricity feeling in my legs. Since I have been taking it (about 6 months now) these symptoms are all but gone. The only side effects I have are short term memory loss and concentration issues but I am able to work around these in most cases. Lyrica has been amazing for me.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I agree with almost everyone here. I have been on all the narcotics for pain, for arthritis, since 2001. Finally, a wonderful doctor recognised the fibromyalgia aspect of my pain and prescribed Lyrica. What a difference! I sleep all night and can move in the morning. My narcotic usage is lowered along with lower muscle relaxants. At this point, I wouldn't do without my Lyrica.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: Using lyrica for chronic back pain. Pain is much improved. My quality of life is very good now. Took a couple of weeks to work.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I have suffered with sciatica for years. I have done physical therapy out the wazzoo. I have had injections. Nothing helped till Lyrica. It took a little trial and error to find exactly the right dose for me, but my pain is managable without narcotics for the first time in many years.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Finally a medication for Fibromyalgia. It's awesome. I have been suffering with Fibro for 3 years and finally convinced my doctor to put me on Lyrica, and it is great.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Neuralgia: This is the best help I have had. Before I started using Lyrica I had to go to the doctor for injections often. One day he asked whether anyone ever gave me anything for nerve pain. He gave me Lyrica and I take 75mg twice a day and I have not been this pain free in years.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: My doctor calls my Lyrica use a sprint. Week 1 was 50 mg, week 2 - 100mg, the next 4 weeks were 150 mg in the evening. Now we are working our way up to doing the same thing for the second dose in the morning. I must admit I am glad she is doing it this way. The first weekend after I started taking it was the first weekend I actually wanted to do something, like move when I did not have to. I've adjusted slowly to the drowsiness and confusion to where it is not nearly as bad as when I first started taking it. There has been weight gain but I am slowly getting to the point of wanting to get back into that gym. Thank you Lyrica.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I call it a miracle drug like most others who have shared their comments. I have been taking it now for 7 months, currently 450mg a day (for treatment of fibromyalgia). I gained about 20 pounds within 2 months which I desperately needed to do. Overall, I have a better life now thanks to Lyrica. Nothing that I have been prescribed in the last 14 years has even came close to treating my condition.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Migraine Prevention: This has worked wonderfully to prevent my migraines. I went from having them 3 times a week to maybe once a month.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Diabetic Nerve Damage: I was prescribed 400mg/day of lyrica for severe peripheral neuropathy of my feet. Prior to Lyrica I was taking 60mg/day of methadone with significant relief but with plenty of room for improvement. With the addition of Lyrica to my Methadone regimen, my relief now stands at approx. 80% analgesia which is a God send considering the severity of my pain. As a welcome side benefit, significant anxiety, hot flushes and insomnia were relieved as well. For me, Lyrica has been something of a miracle drug.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I think its great. I was skeptical when my doctor prescribed it to me, as it is so unfamiliar to me, especially as a pain medicine. I thought I had tried everything. It is for chronic back pain due to a severe spinal injury I suffered two years and 3 surgeries ago. My pain has been steadily decreasing since I started taking this medication four days ago. Thank Science.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: A true miracle! I'm 36 and have been living with pain for years - along with panic attacks and chronic anxiety. Was given various prescriptions and decided I did not want to live dependent on pills - the side effects were just too much. Yesterday my doctor encouraged me to try Lyrica. With hesitation I took the first pill last night and woke up feeling like I did 10 years ago! I'm still shocked. I haven't noticed any side effects, but this is definitely worth every penny!
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Generalized Anxiety Disorder: I was given Lyrica for Anxiety due to Alcohol Withdrals, not only did it work great on the anxiety but it ceased my cravings, now I am living the sober life.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I have had pain in my back and leg going on 5 years, I was perscribed Lyrica Thursday, by Saturday I was feeling so much better. The only problem I have is the expence. I also have other medicine I have to take.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I've been on Lyrica now for two years for nerve damage to my legs caused by a back injury. It is a wonderful drug and has helped me alot. I sleep better at night and upon rising I can walk a lot better. This medication has improved my condition by at least 80%. I take 60mg 3 times a day. It does make me retain fluid but I take a fluid pill and that takes care of that. My life will never be the same since I had this accident with my back and legs but Lyrica makes life worth living again.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I suffer from severe peripheral neuropathy. It is unusual in the sense that it is not diabetes caused, but is apparently idiopathic and hereditary. I have excellent relief from Lyrica with few side effects. I find myself nodding out occasionally at my computer or watching TV. I exercise more, drink more coffee, and allow more time for sleep. The more I take, the greater the relief. I take 400mg per day.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I have been having pain in my wrists, hands and elbows for years due to waiting tables and hefting 100 pound trays on one hand. Lately, I was having more pain in those areas, and my hips have started really hurting me. My doctor and I ran tests, and by process of elimination we feel that I have chronic fatigue, which can contribute to a lot of the allergy/asthma symptoms, the pains and exhaustion. I started taking Lyrica and am up to 100mg 3 x daily. I feel great. Everything but my hip is better.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: Just started taking about 1 week ago for severe pain due to a having a bi-lateral masectomy (both breast removed) for breast cancer in 2006, with chemotherapy followed with reconstructive surgery. Couldn't sleep due to pain took hydrocodone daily which upset my stomach and I became dependant on it every night and morning due to severe pain. My life has changed for the better since I started taking Lyrica. Now able to move with very little pain and my son is so happy to have his mommy back.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: After trying many other medicines, Lyrica is the only one that has helped me with my fibromyalgia pain. It is great. Lyrica has given me a new life.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Have had fibromyalgia for 10 years. Started Lyrica in October 2007 taking 75 mg at night and 50 mg in the morning (otherwise too drowsy during the day). Works great with 80% less pain. I sleep great and have less pain upon waking. Have to watch my salt intake otherwise get water retention. Watch my weight closely. I am 5'7" and 123 lbs. I started running and can be active again.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: My husband had pain in his testicles for over a year, he saw two different urologists, was referred to a pain clinic and they could not help him. Our GP prescribed Lyrica and after two pills he is pain free. It is a God-send. I wish more doctors knew about this medicine.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Diabetic Nerve Damage: Lyrica stops the pain in the ball of my feet. It's wonderful to be able to walk without the pain. I am diabetic and take insulin. I too have had a weight gain of 35 lbs over the past 6 months. I seem to suffer from a bit more memory loss than before and I fatigue easily. I have caught myself dozing off in front of the computer at work, so I force myself to get up and walk around a bit. All in all a small price to pay for the relief of the pain in my feet.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have been on Lyrica for Fybro for 7 weeks now and I sleep great - I can play with my grandchildren and I don't hurt enough to even complain about - I am off the narcotics - was 2-3x's a day with oxy and overall I am more productive at work and I move more and am much happier. Still tired because I move so much
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Generalized Anxiety Disorder: My doctor prescribed Lyrica for my anxiety, and it has been a God-send. Dump Trazodone. I feel like normal people are supposed to feel - with basically no side effects. In addition, I have Herpes, and since taking Lyrica have had no Herpes break-outs. This drug is incredible.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have found Lyrica to be wonderful. I have been miserable since age 8 or sooner. I searched for answers. Just thought I was crazy and so did everyone else. It has changed my mood, pain, energy level is up, iritability gone. It is awesome.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Generalized Anxiety Disorder: I was prescribed Lyrica for nerve pain in my leg and foot and found the "side effect" to be a lightening of my depression without the fogginess of other, more conventional medications prescribed for depression. I'm glad to see that it can be used for anxiety. It certainly makes a positive impact on my mood.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I had back surgery and have nerve damage, so when pain starts with the nerve down the leg, I take this medicine and it works wonders.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I was having a lot of problems on 150mg a day probably due to my age (73). I stopped and restarted on 25mg 3 times a day and it made quite a difference. I have had fibromyalgia for over 15 years but was only diagnosed 2 years ago. I tried neurontin and it just made me sick. Thank God for Lyrica. My insurance company keeps trying to get me to take Neurontin again but I won't as long as I can help it.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have taken just one 75mg yesterday afternoon. It did not take long at all and I noticed a difference in my pain. I felt good. When I went to bed, I drifted off to sleep and woke up this morning feeling refreshed. It was a wonderful experience.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: I have Rhuematoid Arthritis so I have joint and tendon pain just about everywhere but mainly in hands, wrists, forearms, legs and feet. I have been on Oxy ER 80mg 2x day and was still not getting full relief (4 out of 10) and having difficulty remembering. Doctor added Lyrica 75mg 2x day three months ago and the day after I felt euphoric. I felt no pain! After one week some pain came back but no peaks as before. Some weight gain. Want to get off of Oxy and try Lyrica or other non-narcotic drugs.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: My doctor prescribed it for me and gave me samples. I have been taking the samples while fighting with the insurance company because they want me to try Neurontin first. I think the Lyrica is really working. I am still tired, but I feel it is a normal tired from having two kids and running around with them. The way I felt before, I couldn't move. I really don't want to use the Neurontin, I don't want to lose the benefits that I have gained.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Pain: My doctor prescribed this for me when I was dealing with pain from a fractured sternum. After dealing with the pain for over a year we tried this. Fantastic results. Required only 3 weeks of treatment and the pain resolved.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Generalized Anxiety Disorder: My Doctor prescribed me lyrica for my social anxiety after having tried numerous other more conventional meds over the last 15 years ie; paxil,zoloft,effexor,xanax, etc the list goes on and on , and finally (for me)this really , really works quite well. It stabilizes my feelings of anxiety as well as relieves stress related pain . I feel like a different person, able to take on life rather than hide and let it pass by. Thanks
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Migraine Prevention: I have tried several medications for Migraines and started Lyrica three months ago. Other than the weight gain I am very happy. Lyrica makes me feel ravenously hungry all the time. Actually, this past doctors appointment I was also prescribed Meridia and have experienced a loss in appetite and I hope this will get me back to a more comfortable weight.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: Have had fms for 8yrs. Have tried all sorts of meds & have been on fentanyl 75mcg every 48 hrs for the last few years. Fentanyl for fms is like a heavy bat for the wrong ball but was the only bat available.
I have been taking Lyrica for 1 1/2 yrs now. Had 1st pain free days in years when 1st started. Unfortantely, still on fentanyl in addition because I cannot take more then 50mg a day of lyrica w/o it knocking me out. Tried to build tolerance over 3 wks w/o success. Have had wild vision changes also.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I just started with this medication. I took one 75 mg pill in the late evening before going to sleep. When I took it I said to myself yea right this little tiny pill will somehow give my life back to me...the next morning when I awoke to my surprise, I felt like I did years ago. I could walk and stand without the aching and hurting. I was not as tired nor as sore in my muscles. What a wonderful little miracle this little pill is!!!
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Persisting Pain, Shingles: I was prescribed Lyrica for shingles and consider it a miracle drug as all my old age joint pain (not arthritus) went away.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: My husband passed away over a year ago. Everyone told me it was depression, why I hurt all over and was tired. I knew different, I insisted on testing and finally was diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Lyrica has given me new life. My children and friends are amazed at the difference it has made. I take 200mg twice daily. It has increased my appetite, but I am more active since I started the Lyrica.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have an entrapped nerve in my leg causing shooting nerve pain in my foot. Lyrica has really helped stop the pain. It was so bad I couldn't sleep at night. However, I am gaining weight and having some difficulty in concentrating.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have been on 300 mg of Lyrica a day for a double herniation in my back. The side effects I experienced were dizziness, anxiety and sleeplessness. However, I did not gain weight. Maybe that is because I had read that you could gain weight and I changed my diet so that I would not. In fact, I lost 25 lbs. while on it. I read that I am in the minority with this. I can say for the most part Lyrica helped, but I had to take Advil with it. Overall, it helped.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have had FM for 20yrs, been on morphine,anti depressants, Fentanyl patches - you name it I have tried it, but thank the lord for Lyrica which I started in March 2008. It has made my life worth getting up for in the morning. I can do things I was not able to do for so long.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have been taking Lyrica for about 2 years. I couldn't face life without it. I take 200mg x2 a day. I have managed to cut my pain meds down. I am still tired but that will come with conditioning my body again. I have intensive physio therapy twice a year and have founf improvements after each session. I have gained about 30lbs but part of that is due to inactivity.
Only downside is that if I miss a dose I feel dreadful.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have been taking 75mg twice per day now
for 10 days. I have severe back pain from
an injury. I did not think that such a small pill twice a day could help. I was ready to stop useing it after three days because of the side effects of feeling totally "out of it".I had mood swings, dizzyness and confusion.Those side effects have now eased up and my pain has
become less severe.I have had weight gain
and wonder if it causes water retention.
I feel bloated. Hope this helps
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I take 75 mg. X 2 per day. It seemed to help the first couple of days, now nothing. I have gained 12+ lbs, too. My appetite is getting out of control. I'm going to talk to my doctor about trying something else. Anyone else having problems with weight gain like me? I still need to take an OTC pain medicine with my Lyrica. Anybody ever try muscle relaxers?
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Lyrica (pregabalin) : I take Lyrica for seizures and Fibromyalgia. The side effects are tremendous and I have had a hard time adjusting. True enough I have had no more seizures however, frequently, I am unable to consentrate or think with any lever of clarity.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have had fibromyalgia for 12 years and have been on high doses of morphine,durogesic patches, methadone, and many other narcotics. I am now on 225mg of lyrice twice a day and low doses of opana. I feel like a new person, never though it would every happen. I feel like a did years ago and I am 63 now but am able to do most of the things I was able to to before the fibro hit me. I can"t work my old job as an RN but I can do most things. Some days are better than others but this is a great drug.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) : it was awful i used it for one day because of the pain i am in i was horribly sick i was throwing up almost passed out it was the worst thing i will never take it again
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Lyrica (pregabalin) : I was diagnosed with Lupus 3 yrs. ago.Several months ago,during one of my doctor's visits, I discussed feeling more pain. He prescribed Lyrica. I was taking 3x daily, changed to twice daily. (I was experiencing "foggy" thinking with 3x daily). I have been VERY pleased with the results I feel.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Diabetic Nerve Damage: 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??
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I have suffered a very long time to the point where my bones ached so bad that it brought me to a complete halt in life. My mother also suffers as well as my daughter who is showing many of the symptoms that I had at her age. I have been on Lyrica for ten days now and can not believe the difference it has made. I hope that this med can improve other's lives as well as it has mine, because FM is a horrible thing to have to live with. No side effects so far. Here is hoping it is for you..
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Diabetic Nerve Damage: I was have burning pain to my feet, with sharp shooting pains from my toes. Lyrica has completly stopped both kinds of pain. It has also helped with the shart shooting pains in my fingers - arthritis related.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: The muscle pain I was feeling lasted for years. When I saw that commercial for Lyrica, a tear came down my cheek because I could relate to what the commercial was about. I started taking Lyrica and I feel like I have been given my life back. My muscle tension and pain has reduced so much I am moving around and LIVING my life again. I even danced in the house today! I think Lyrica has done what it was meant to do. I am proof that it can work for fibromyalgia. Thanks for making Lyrica.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I started on Lyrica 5 weeks ago at 1 50mg daily, and felt no different, started 100mg 3x day four days ago and gee what a difference it has made in my fibromyaglia and chronic neck and back pain and spinal arthritus. Already had dizzyness and confusion, but has not gotten worse. Hands are a little swollen and stiff in the mornings but goes away soon. Lovin, lovin it so far.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: I recently began taking 75mg of Lyrica 3x daily. I have fibromyalgia and felt awful for a very long time. I have noticed so much improvement in my muscle pain and all that comes with having FM. I do have to say that I too, have a little blurred vision or blurriness in my eyes from taking it. The way I feel so far, I will definitely continue taking it.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Fibromyalgia: was prescribed Lyrica 75 mg 2 times a day. I have been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. It is severe. I am completely disabled after leadind a very active life style for years. It has helped my pain some. I am unable to take pain meds due to seizures. I was previously on morphine for the pain, which had no effect on my pain. Lyrica has at least made it bearable.
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Lyrica (pregabalin) for Persisting Pain, Shingles: I woke up on Febuary 17th 07 with pain and a rash from my breast down to my waist and around my right side to my spine. My husband took me to the emergency room and I was told I had shingles. I got on the computer looking for something to help me and found Lyrica. Called my Dr. and he prescribed it for me. Started with 3 a day and I am taking 1 a day now. Feel great.
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