Neuropathic Pain Questions (Page 5)

I have gabapentin 300mg caplets from January 16th, 2018 is it still usable or has it expired?

I don't know if it makes a difference, but I'm in Canada and I have approximately 300+ caplets, so if I can still use them, then this would save me a bit of money. I had it prescribed for diabetic nerve pain in my feet, but stopped when it elevated my blood sugar levels. My doctor has said that I... read more

Pregabalin - Can you open the capsules and dissolve powder in water. Capsules get stuck in my throat

Is there any medicine that offsets gabapentin personality change?

My husband has been taking gabapentin for about four years for neuropathy in his feet caused by nerve damage due to a car accident. At first he took it with Lyrica which made a normally pleasant, easy-going man irritable and critical. He discontinued the Lyrica and is not only taking Gabapentin. He... read more

For pain with Lyrica, which one? 150 mg x 2 times versus 100 mg x 3 times per day?

I understand people split up the doses like that due to the side effects like fatigue. What If 100 mg is not relieving pain for the first & second dose, is the 2nd option even worth it? If a person takes 150 mg , it relieves pain than 1st option. 100 mg doesn't relieve pain at all when you take it.... read more

How to manage bloating on Lyrica?

I am trying to manage my sodium. Also drinking lots of water. I noticed warm water is better because cold water makes it worse. Does Gas-x pills help? What has helped you? I get so bloated /my stomach hurts where I have to lay down with a heating pad. It's uncomfortable feeling standing up. I... read more

Lyrica and Cymbalta together?

How to take Lyrica and Cymbalta together during the day. Separate for a couple of hours or take immediately together. They say it's better. Does anyone have experience

Is gabapentin 300mg and temazepam 15mg safe to take for insomnia?

I take 300 mg of gabapentin and 15 mg of temazepam for insomnia. Is there something safer? I am 86 years old. This combination works but not if I take it every night. Once ever 5 or 6 days works.

What is the shelf life on Lyrica, If it's sealed?

The sealed containers from the pharmacies say 1 year & I have patient who've asked this and I'm not really sure.

Doctor weaned me off gabapentin onto pregabalin. Having awful symptoms?

I was on 3600mg per day gabapentin. Still had some nerve pain in shoulder. Doctor weaned me off this onto pregabalin. Having some awful symptoms now, even though I'm on 250mg x2 per day and told to increase by 50mg every 2 weeks upto max of 300 x2 per day. She says if pregabalin doesn't work then... read more

Does any of my medicines have a negative affect on kidneys or arthritis?

Does amlodipine, chlorthalidone, carvedilol, losartan, or gabapentin have a negative impact on kidneys or osteoarthritis?

What is the maximum dose of Lyrica per day?

What is the maximum dose per day of Lyrica.

Can I take two 300mg of gabapentin to equal the 600mg?

I take 600mg of gabapentin 3x daily. I'm currently waiting for my prescription refill to come in. Meanwhile, I'm without my normal script. But I have a bottle of 300mg gabapentin. Is it okay if I take two 300mg capsules at the same time to equal the 600mg amount of gabapentin I normally take?

Tapering Cymbalta (dulexitine) and taking Ashwangadha?

I am currently tapering off Cymbalta and have now reduced my dose to 15 mg. Tapering down to 30 mg went smoothly with minimal issues, but at 15 mg, I am experiencing nausea, weakness, and random bouts of dizziness throughout the day. I've read mixed advice about taking Ashwagandha with Cymbalta,... read more

Tramadol - I am begining pregabalin which immediately has stopped pain.

The idea is to reduce tramadol by using pregabalin. AS within a week using pregabalin 75mg two times a day,I get pain free plus some euphoria and sleepiness, can I stop tramadol 50mg of tramadol 300ms taken in 24 hours? I would like to slowly reduce tramadol with using pregabalin as wanted by the... read more

Lyrica, when will this high feeling and lack of concentration go away. I'm having a hard time with?

... it. Any suggestions? My Doc says to give it a little time. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks to all