Peripheral Neuropathy Questions (Page 5)

Has Citalopram caused anyone else to experience tingling sensations in their feet and legs?

I have tingling sensations from my buttocks down to my feet and in my arms and hands. Could this be some sort of neuropathy caused by this medicine?

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

Safe schedule for tapering off Cymbalta/duloxetine?

Have been on Cymbalta 60mg 2xd about 7 yrs. started tapering off early Dec. 2016. Dr. Advised 60mg 1xd for 8 wks. Then 30mg for 8 wks, back to 30mg 2xd for a week if withdrawal symptoms. Issues have been mild-moderate so far. What next? Drs dont appear to be very knowledgeable about safe tapering... read more

How long after taking acetaminophen can you take ibuprofen?

Can you switch from taking Cymbalta at night to in the morning immediately?

I have been taking Cymbalta for both fibromyalgia and neuropathy at night but I'm tired all day.

Started on 50 fentanyl patch,15 days.75 fentanyl patch 15 days.100 fentanyl patch 12 days?

I have severe neuropathy pain both feet and legs. I had been on norco 10-325 for 5 years before trying fentanyl I also take 800 mg x4gabapentin now after 6 weeks of fentanyl I want off. The fentanyl is not for me,for one thing it’s dangerous and messes my stomach up. Have I took it long... read more

Is duloxetine a fast acting drug?

I have severe neuropathy in my feet and legs am taking gabapentin but it's not enough the pain is unbearable so today my neurologist added duloxetine will I have relief tonight? How long does it take?

Why is Lyrica a Controlled Medication?

Icy cold at the nape of my neck?

Depending on how I sit or bend I get this icy cold feeling at the nape of my neck, its really bad, at the same time my legs go numb and cold. I have peripheral neuropathy but they have not told me what type I have. Can you help?

Neuropathic Pain - How long does it take to adjust to Lyrica?

I have a friend who has had neuropathy since being rear ended in 1991. @ back surgs. no relief. Started Lyrica about a week ago. Pain gone, be he feels "out of it" and wants to stop. H ow long will he have this "out of it" experience?

Can lyrica lower your sexual drive?

Have been on lyrica for 4 and a half years due to peripheral neuropathy in my feet 24/7 and was wondering if lyrica can be an issue with lowering sexual desires. I am a married woman. Have been taking 300mg. daily I'm not over weight and am not diabetic.

Will a TENS machine help with numbness and tingling of peripheral neuropathy?

I have chemo induced neuropathy. Use essential oils as topical treatment, take B Vitamins and prescription Gabapentin. Any suggestions or recommendations on the TENS?

Want to stop pregabalin?

Hello. I'm new to this group. I have been taking pregabalin for a small fibre neuropathy as a result of a chemotherapy drug I was given many years ago. I take 150mg twice a day. I was originally on 100mg be but increased it last summer when the pain got worse. Although the medication has... read more

What are the differences between Lyrica and the generic counterpart, pregabalin?

Is there a omparison between the pregabalin and gabapentin? I am dealing with significant mood instabilities similar to Neurontin effective mood swing. One of the things that correlates is changing to pregabalin from Lyrica.

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... read more