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Can amitriptyline cause tingling, pins and needles in the legs ? Will these symptoms go off over...
... time or do I have to discontinue the drug ?
How does it feel when you’re taking too much medication?
I have been taking Lyrica and Austedo for a long time. I think they are causing me to be woozy and dizzy and not be able to think. I’m trying to space them out right now. But it has not helped. I don’t know how to handle this cause two different doctors have prescribed these meds. I am taking 100 mg... read more
I just started Lyrica - how long does it take to build up in your system before you get results?
I am a 42 y/o Diabetic. I was diagnosed 4 1/2 years ago however I believe I had Diabetes for much longer. As a teenager (16) I started having seizures in my sleep. Thinking back I believe that those seizures were from low blood sugar. I remember having the symptoms of low blood sugar all throughout... read more
Is there a medication other than Lyrica and gabapentin for the treatment of peripheral neuropathy?
I wore my back out working in nursing homes and hospitals in several departments. Mainly as a nurse attendant therefore lifting and positioning patients as well as equipment. You get the picture I assume! After back surgery, etc., etc. I was finally forced to retire and have disability... read more
Long term side effects of Lyrica and tramadol for pain management in fibromyalgia?
I am a fibromyalgia sufferer in Australia and have been diagnosed 3+ years ago and am now aged 59. I take a myriad of medications and have had to change my GP and chemist to my house locality due to the expense of getting to my previous GP and chemist. The main regime of meds I am on is 225mg of... read more
Does Ketamine’s therapy work?
I have been living with chronic pain for over 20 years. It’s a struggle to get a Dr. to understand and believe you. I’m in Lyrica but no pain medication. They just refuse to prescribe it to me even though I have other health issues. I came across ketamine on Google. Has anyone tried it? How is it? W... read more
Lyrica recommended dose for high pain?
My cousing diagnosed with fibro. and take this pill 150mg at evening 7 pm for 2 months but did not affected, not doctor raised to 225mg , I just read everyone take this 1 morning and 1 evening, so, should she take 150mg at 8a.m. and 8p.m. (daily 300mg) or continue with slow doctors dose raising?
Pregabalin - Does the body build a tolerance for Lyrica?
I have been taking Lyrica for about 10 years now and even with increased doses over the years (currently at 150 mg 3X day) it appear that either I have built up a tolerance or it is no longer working as well. At these higher doses side effects are worse than before, i.e. weight gain, tiredness,... read more
Can I drink milk when I take gabapentin?
Can I drink milk when I take gabapentin?
I have been taking gabapentin for sciatica and hip pain for one month and the pain...
... has become sharper, Has anyone else experienced this? I am taking 100mg morning, 600 mg nighttime.
What is it like to suffer from CRPS?
It began when I had a botched tailor's bunion procedure in 2019, and it all went downhill from there. The incision was cut far too plantar rather than lateral resulting (over time) in tendonitis, a painful lateral internal scar, nerve damage, etc. Visiting a pain specialist it was determined I... read more
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