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Members from the UK and US connected over their experiences with Lyrica for fibromyalgia, with most reporting significant side effects... Read more

Members from the UK and US connected over their experiences with Lyrica for fibromyalgia, with most reporting significant side effects including weight gain, drowsiness, memory issues, clumsiness, and feeling spaced out, while several found it either stopped working after a few months or provided minimal pain relief. Several members shared the harsh reality of inadequate pain management, including one member whose Medicaid doesn't cover Lyrica and leaves them suffering without adequate treatment or even basic necessities like glasses. A recurring theme was the frustrating balance between seeking relief and managing debilitating side effects, with many members expressing empathy for each other's struggles and the unfairness of living with constant pain.