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Medince

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Minneapolis, MN

Can you get dizziness from stopping a medicine? I stopped taking the Lyrica like almost two weeks ago and all day I'm fighting dizziness and just was wondering?

July 20, 2015 (edited)
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Members confirmed that dizziness is a common withdrawal symptom when stopping Lyrica, especially when discontinued abruptly rather than... Read more

Members confirmed that dizziness is a common withdrawal symptom when stopping Lyrica, especially when discontinued abruptly rather than tapered gradually under medical guidance. Several members shared their own experiences with dizziness from stopping medications, with one noting they experienced it from Lyrica specifically and another mentioning vertigo as a known side effect of the drug itself. A recurring theme was the strong advice to consult a doctor about safely tapering off rather than stopping cold turkey, as abrupt discontinuation of powerful medications like Lyrica can cause uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes, you can get dizziness from stopping a med. I have experienced it numerous times from stopping my psych meds and I experienced it from stopping Lyrica as well. Talk to your dr and check about tapering off of it instead of cutting it out cold turkey.

July 21, 2015 (edited)
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have dizziness regardless. I'm in a walker now because of that and my balance issues.

July 21, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

Definitely! !!

July 21, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

I get vertigo from Lyrica. I can only take it to sleep. It is def a side effect. Not sure about withdrawal.

July 21, 2015 (edited)
A MyFibroTeam Member

I stopped taking gabapentin and my muscle relaxers and started taking 10 mg. prednisone in the morning and I feel so much better.

October 13, 2022