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Alpharetta, GA

Has anyone who takes Lyrica had any of the following symptoms: muscle weakness in legs, balance problems, numbness (mostly in hands but sometimes in face and tongue), slight tremor in finger, cognitive issues? I just had brain and spinal cord MRIs to rule out MS, and I see a neurologist tomorrow. My rheumy told me the Lyrica could be causing the side effects. I've been on 150 mg for about 6 months. Thank you.

July 2, 2017
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Members shared mixed experiences with Lyrica for fibromyalgia, with several reporting similar symptoms including tremors, balance problems,... Read more

Members shared mixed experiences with Lyrica for fibromyalgia, with several reporting similar symptoms including tremors, balance problems, numbness, confusion, and drowsiness, while others experienced these issues from fibromyalgia itself regardless of medication. Many community members described successfully managing side effects by adjusting dosing times or gradually weaning off the medication, with alternative treatments like Savella and Cymbalta frequently mentioned as options worth discussing with doctors. A recurring theme was the importance of monitoring kidney function while on Lyrica, weighing the benefits of pain relief against potential side effects like weight gain and cognitive issues, and working closely with medical providers to find the right treatment balance.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Hi. About the Lyrica it made my dead and hands tingle. I couldn't concentrate. I would lose my balance too. I take Savella and have no nasty side affects. My pain management dr said it was a new drug for fibromyalgia. It works great. If you are experiencing all that maybe you should try Savella. I hope you feel better soon.🌹

July 2, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Hi there Sirena yes my hands have the tremors and yes I am loosing my balance and I am having left side numbness in my face and left arm and leg and foot. I just got over pneumonia and Bronchitis and Asma I was off 3 weeks from work. Well going to Doctors again and I will ask her about Savella thank allot Sirena.

July 2, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

No known problems for me with Lyrica (except weight gain) - but mycancer is taking care of that. :-/

July 2, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Husband out of the hospital

July 2, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

I also do not take med for FM but experience all these symptoms .

July 20, 2018

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