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July 23, 2016
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Members shared a wide range of medications they use to manage fibromyalgia pain, with Cymbalta and gabapentin being the most frequently... Read more

Members shared a wide range of medications they use to manage fibromyalgia pain, with Cymbalta and gabapentin being the most frequently mentioned, often in combination with muscle relaxers like Flexeril, pain relievers such as tramadol or nabumetone, and nerve pain medications like Lyrica. Several members emphasized that finding effective pain relief requires trial and error since what works for one person may not work for another, and many noted that even with medication, complete pain relief is rare and some days nothing seems to help. A recurring theme was the importance of being cautious about drug interactions and dependency, with members sharing warnings about mixing certain medications and the challenges of withdrawal from opioids.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I also take Nabumetone Different meds work for different people

July 24, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Ibuprofen is my drug of choice but I also have gut problems as a result of taking it for years. I just refuse to take try Lyrica or other newer drugs as my rule is the drug has to be on the market for 5 years. Too many drugs get taken off the market and have serious unknown side effects when they first come out. And I don't have the money for non generic drugs. But that is just me and no shame or blame for anyone who does take them. I have tried some goofy alternative things...when I get desperate.

July 26, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I take lyrica when my pain levels are higher, most days it helps but there are times it doesnt. It also makes me feel really hungry!

July 25, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Be careful which drugs u mix together I mixed tramadol and gabapentin and zanaflex bad results Felt like I might pass out

July 24, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Gabapentin 300mg 3 X daily xx

July 24, 2016

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