Medrol Dosepak for Neuralgia User Reviews
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- Taken for less than 1 month
- February 13, 2023
"Week 12 post-rotator cuff surgery, and I was still having trouble with external rotation and some stinging pain. Doc prescribed this on my 2nd post-op visit. I was very reluctant because I have diverticulosis, and I don't like meds in general. After reading some reviews, I was convinced I wasn't going to take it. After I spoke with my PT, he assured me that it would help, and most of the side effects occur with long-term use. I spoke with a relative who is a nurse, and she said to take it with food or milk, and it would help a lot. It did. I did NOT take the first day's dose all at once, like it said you could do if you get it filled later in the day. I waited 'til the next day to start taking it. I am a Nervous Nelly taking a new medication, believe me! But I was nervous for no reason. Take the doses (breakfast, lunch, dinner, bedtime, etc.) as it instructs and take with food or milk. You'll be fine! Pain has subsided, and my range of motion has increased just after 3 days."
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"I have a pinched nerve in my neck, the pain radiating into my arm is so intense I had tears in my eyes, and I'm a guy who can handle discomfort! This was unbearable, I couldn't sleep, etc. My doctor prescribed me this Medrol Dosepak. It was and is a godsend, a miracle! First day and after the first few pills, I felt brand new again. Zero pain! Was able to sleep, etc., however, once I ran out, the pain came right back. I will need another solution such as a steroid injection, etc., but man, this Dosepak is amazing, it just completely stops the pain! I had no side effects at all. I also received my COVID-19 shot while on the Dosepak, but the doctor said it shouldn't at all interfere, so that went well too! Anyway, I was desperate for relief from the intense pain, and this Dosepak did the trick, fantastic! But again, it's not something you can keep taking, so a more permanent solution will be needed."