Pain Questions (Page 12)

How long does it take for Lyrica to take effect for nerve pain?

I have nerve pain and my Dr. just prescribed Lyrica. I was wondering how long is it before I will notice any relief from the pain?

Has anyone experienced feet and leg swelling after using Neurontin? How long does it last?

My doctor started me on Neurontin for pain that I've had in my back. I was very happy with the outcome. It took the pain away and it is not a narcotic! The downside began after a week or so, I noticed that my feet and legs were very swollen. I read on the package that this is a rare side effect.... read more

How to come off an addiction to pain pills without rehab?

i need to know how to get off pain killers without going to rehab. i have a very bad pain pill addiction but dont have time to go to rehab because of work. i will take just about any pain pill. lortab, darvocet, percocet, morphine, tramadol, anything and i cant stop taking them i have to have them... read more

Soma - Why won't doctors prescribe it anymore?

I've had severe chronic pain for a very long time. Due to blood work and negative mri, I've been left with a very weak foundation of a fibromyalgia diagnosis. I've asked three doctors to prescribe me this drug, and yet they'd rather put me on OxyContin butrans or vicotin. They say the risk of... read more

Is there a good non narcotic pain med besides tramadol?

I have fibromyalgia and several hernia repairs therefore a lot of belly pain not to mention generalized pain. My doc wont give me tramadol because of the antidepressants I'm on. Does anyone know of any other pain medication besides over the counter that will help my severe pain? I can't take... read more

Nerve damage causing muscle to spasm and cramp. the pain is unbearable!

What does anyone reccomend for muscle pains in my legs, back, pretty much all over the body. Muscle spasms are the best I can to describe the problem. Nerve damage is causing the muscles to cramp. Besides muscle therapy I need something else to decrease my pain. I've got heated padding, vibrating... read more

Has anyone had hair loss while on gabapentin?

Withdrawal - I have been on methadone maint. for 16 years. Recently, after being seriously f'ed with

... at my clinic, I've found myself in the uncomfortable position of having to do a very rapid detox. Frankly, my head is so messed with, that I've been having extremely serious panic attacks every day when I go to get dosed. At this point, I'm more scared to go to the clinic, than I am to detox! ... read more

Has anybody had muscle and joint pain since taking Abilify?

I have been taking Abilify for well over a year but about 9 months ago started having severe right hip pain on sitting to standing and vice versa, walking and climbing stairs. It is now muscle pain and weakness and spreading into my other hip and pain in my back. I see there is an odd chance it is... read more

How long does it take Suboxone to wear off before I can take my Percocet again? I only took 20 mg...

... over the course of 2 1/2 days. Anyone have any idea how long I should wait? I don't want to waste them. Thanks, Lillypurp

Hi friends! I just got back from Urgent Care, and want to warn everyone to never ignore back pain!?

It may be kidney stones, or a kidney infection, or something infinitely more serious. Please, never ignore this type of pain? These eejits at my local Urgent Care are truly stupidos!! I should have gone to ER, but nooooooooooo, I just didn't want to interrupt my hubby's routine today, so my local... read more

I have recently been diagnosed (finally) with a severe case of Tardive Dyskinesia. Is anyone else-?

suffering from this? Not to have a pity party, but these are my symptoms: Abnormal, uncontrollable tongue movements which cause me to rub my tongue against my teeth, causing unbearable pain. lip-biting and pursing and smacking lips (very unsightly and also very painful), tightening of my jaw and... read more

Has anyone experienced hair loss while taking tramadol?

I have been taking one 50 mg tablet daily for about 6 months. I have half the hair I did before. just not growing back after losing them. I just thought someone may be experiencing this also. I have had other medical tests to determine a cause.

Has anyone ever used valerian root for anxiety or pain? does it work or a waste of money?

Is it safe to use Tramadol when treating a dog for pain?

My dog was recently stung by a bee and the veterinarian prescribed a small dose of Tramadol for at least a week for pain. Currently he doesn't show that he's in any pain but I have given him the medicine (today is the 2nd dose of 1/4 tablet.) Is it safe/necessary to continue giving him this... read more