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.

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

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.

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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?

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?

I have a list of about 15 supplements I take along with prescriptions Eliquis, flecainide, diltiazem. My neurologist prescribed Cymbalta for my neuropathy without even looking at my supplements. I found interactions on my on and am not taking. I want to have a sit down consultation with someone but with whom would I consult?