Fibromyalgia Questions (Page 4)

Has anyone had hair loss while on gabapentin?

Has anyone successfully withdrawled from cymbalta? I'm not sure this pain will be worth it!!?

I have been taking cymbalta for over 5 years. I am horrified to have found out about how common "withdrawling" from cymbalta is, and the "truth" about the side effects of this medicine. I have never been addicted to anything in my whole life, so for me to try to eliminate this medicine is very... read more

Is there a difference in tramadol marked An627 wh/round and 377 wh/oblong pill?

I got new ones from the pharma this time and want to know if the new ones I got are supposed to be better at all ? 1) Cuz the price difference and 2) I was taken off my hydrocodone after 5 years and put on these and they just don't do anything for me I find it a little ridiculous that I am... read more

Gabapentin - does everyone taking this medicine gain weight?

I just started taking this medicine gabapentin. For pain in my neck. I hope I don't gain weight. Thank you

Fibromyalgia, anyone taking Gabapentin (neurontin) have stomach pain?

My doc upped my dose and ever since then I've had stomach pain. YET, I took an Ibuprofen Tuesday night, and that stuff tears up my tummy! Just wonder if anyone else has this, or am I an odd duck (don't answer THAT part, guys! lol) Or could it be from Zanaflex? I am playing musical muscle relaxers... read more

Neurontin, Gabapentin - anyone have a severe dry mouth on this?

I awaken in the middle of the night with my tongue glued to the roof of my mouth. I know how incredibly disgusting that sounds, but it feels as if I've eaten school glue! (My breath must be really sweet and probably smells of roses) This is not a huge problem, just annoying, and the benefits of... read more

Replacement for Darvocet?

I have been using Darvocet for 20 years without any side effects. Over the years I have tried everything the doctors came up with for my nerve damage and fibromyalgia in my back. Now since Darvocet is no longer available I am starting over looking for something to take the edge off my everyday pain.

Why have most doctors stopped prescribing carisoprodol for severe muscle spasms?

Why do they prefer Lyrica over soma for muscle spasms, and severe neurological painful conditions, because Lyrica has many terrible side effects according to my own experience between the two!

Cymbalta Withdrawal Symptoms Suck?

Anyone have advice dealing with withdrawal symptoms while switching from Cymbalta to Lexapro? This does not feel good. I'm dizzy, like my head is under pressure and kind of throbs when I turn my head or move my eyes too fast. I'm feeling very moody, going from happy, to crying, to pissed off pretty... read more

Lyrica - is there any way to avoid the weight gain?

My doctor has just put me on Lyrica. In fact, I haven't taken my first dose yet. My question is about the weight gain. Can you work to keep the weight off, or is there no help for it? I know with some drugs it doesn't matter how hard you try, the weight just seems to build up. I certainly don't... read more

When is the best time to take Cymbalta? I know its best to take with a meal but which meal is best?

Should people with Fibromyalgia have handicapped parking stickers for their auto's?

I see a LOT of people who just seem to be morbidly obese taking up handicapped spaces. Shouldn't those people be walking the extra few yards, and the elderly be given the privilege of parking close to a store? Also, the truly handicapped, people in wheelchairs, or using walkers! THEY should have... read more

Does anyone know if opiate pain meds can cause tinnitus?

I am (unfortunately) taking Norco, and me ears are ringing a bit, I find this just a wee annoying! Anyone else experiencing this? It seems to be exacerbated by water in my ears as well.

Can your Doctor do a drug test without telling you?

I am an over 50 year old woman who has chronic pain, fibromyalgia, depression, anxiety and Renaud's . My Doctor (Kaiser) prescribes Vicodin for the pain. I am allowed 60 every refill. It says I can take up to 12 a day. Ok I dont want to take 12 a day. If you do and get use to that then what next.... read more

Gabapentin/Neurontin - Are any of you, taking Gab, experiencing little or lNO pain control?

I'm currently on a relatively high dose (perhaps one of our nurses could let me know if my dose is actually high?) of Gabapentin, 600mgs 4 x's a day and I am having very little relief, my pain has been very high since the beginning of January. (also, anyone craving sugar like mad on this med?) I... read more