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Members overwhelmingly recommended Neurontin (gabapentin) as an alternative to Lyrica for managing fibromyalgia pain, with many sharing... Read more

Members overwhelmingly recommended Neurontin (gabapentin) as an alternative to Lyrica for managing fibromyalgia pain, with many sharing personal success stories and noting it is considered one of the safest medications for fibro. Several members also mentioned Flexeril and Zanaflex for muscle spasms, Cymbalta (though with strong warnings about difficult withdrawal), and Savella as other options, while cautioning that some medications like amitriptyline can worsen restless leg syndrome. A recurring theme was the importance of advocating with doctors to try different medications until finding the right fit, as individual responses vary widely and what works well for one person may cause intolerable side effects in another.