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Anyone Taking Lyrica?

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I am curious if anyone is taking lyrica for back pain. I just started it. It is making me groggy but seems to helping with the back.

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I'm in remission and off treatment for two years+. I have lapses of memory and my speech gets.......confusing? sometimes. Could it be side effects? Highly possible.

Cymbalta

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Does Cymbalta work the same as Gabapentin or Lyrica? Are all three used for neuropathy and depression?

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All these should take the pain away. But won’t cure neuropathy. I tried all of those which only had mild help.. I’m on methadone now.. works great

I Have Been Put On Gabapentine Recently.

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I take 200 mg in the a.m. and 200 mg in the pm. I have become so tired that I fall asleep anytime I sit down, in the middle of a face to face conversation,when I am on the telephone, and even when I am on the "John". Has anyone had the same effects from this medication?

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Gabapentin, also known by the brand name Neurontin, is sometimes prescribed off-label to treat neuropathic (nerve) pain in people with myeloma. Here are some key points about Gabapentin:

- Usage: It… read more

Hi, this is just a check-in, based on a phrase you mentioned. If you — or anyone else who sees this — is thinking about self-harm, we want to say that you are an important part of this community. No part of this is easy, but there is support that can help. Read more >

Does Anyone Have Any Advice For How To Deal With Neuropathy? I Have It In My Feet And I'm Really Struggling. Thanks

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Neuropathy is my number one issue , worse than fatigue or gastrointestinal issues. Take a look at my page for Kinesiology tape on your feet and use of lotions . My neuropathy comes and goes varying… read more

What Treatment Has Helped With Neuropathy?

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My doctor prescribed Gabapentin to help, but the neuropathy doesn’t seem much better. I am trying to build strength and not need a walker to get around since my hospital,stay for pneumonia, but the “pillow feet” make me uneasy. Both feet feel numb.
Has anyone found something that helps more with the neuropathy?

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Also, you might try Amitriptyline.

Lyrica For Neuropathy

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How much Lyrica are people using per day to help with Neuropathy?

What side effects?

What other Meds are you taking with Lyrica to also reduce Neuropathy?

Are you experiencing swelling of your hands and fingers due to Lyrica - if so how do you deal with it?

For a few months, I’ve been on 75mg of Lyrica, twice daily. I’ve been okay’d by my GP to increase my Dose to 4 times daily but reading about Lyrica’s side effects, swelling of the hands and feet is a listed issue.

For at least two months… read more

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I am so happy you’re golfing again. If oxycodone could make me a better golfer, I would sure be willing to try that. My stuff hasn’t helped me be a better golfer. I wasn’t good even before I got… read more

My Cancer Is In Remission And I Have A Very Bad Case Of Neuropathy. Can I Experience Pain From Multiple Myeloma When I’m In Remission?

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Sometimes I take the T3 as well when I have pain in my back and hips especially if I walk too much or overdo things.

Treating CIPN

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I had 4 rounds of VRD from April to July 2023 and an SCT the end of August. The velcade caused severe neuropathy. It appeared by the third round of vrd but it just kept getting worse even after the v… read more

Anybody Been Through Memory Loss? Any Meds That Help This. She Also Has A Bad Issue With Acid Reflux.

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My mom is 84, just had to have a "be on the lookout" for her and her vehicle. She was found alive on the side of the road several towns away, 8 hours later out of gas. She's had mm for at least 5 years now. Takes revlimid. Currently in hospital for observation and testing. Very confused and mixes up alot of details and locations
Even has tv and phone use issues lately. Nothing like this has ever happened. She had been driving and doing her own shopping, banking, ect. Up til now. He… read more

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Memory loss and acid reflux can be challenging issues. While the context provided does not specifically address memory loss treatments, it does mention some medications and treatments for… read more

I've Not Seen Much Discussion Here On The Subject Of Pain Management SPECIFICALLY Related To Using Opioids. Why Is That Do You Think?

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For instance, I've had severe CPIN for over a decade due to Velcade and the only pain med that helps reduce the pain is Percocet. Any folks here in similar situation? Are you using opioids for pain relief? If so, what is your daily dosage?

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He has accepted taking Oct this week. He has been in ER and hospital one week due to hip fracture and low wbc’s. Waiting for increase in WBC’s his immune system to improve Oxycodone he took Monday… read more