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Kilmacolm Scotland

I am getting put onto Lyrica has anyone else taking had any bad effects from it and does it help.

September 16, 2018
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Members shared mixed experiences with Lyrica for chronic pain and fibromyalgia, with some finding significant relief from pain and better... Read more

Members shared mixed experiences with Lyrica for chronic pain and fibromyalgia, with some finding significant relief from pain and better sleep, while others reported severe side effects like dizziness, nausea, disorientation, and feeling over-medicated that made the drug intolerable. Several members emphasized that medication responses vary greatly from person to person, recommending consultation with doctors and pharmacists about potential drug interactions before starting, and suggesting it's worth trying under medical supervision to see if the benefits outweigh the side effects. A recurring theme was the importance of making informed, individualized decisions about pain management, with members encouraging each other to advocate for themselves while acknowledging the difficult balance between seeking relief and managing medication risks.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I'm on lyrica, only works a bit now. Got rid of migraines but that's about it, been referred to pain management team

September 19, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I've been on it for the past month and a half, and I tend to suffer from dry mouth, tremors, dizziness and less from nausea. But I think once you get used to it, you'll see what affects you most.

September 18, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I am on Morphine for pain as I can no longer take other medications because I have taken all other meds prescribed by the VA for so many years (40) that they have had negative effects on my kidneys and liver and other bodily functions. I was given gabapentin but while it helped with fibro pain it seemed to negate the help I was getting for other problems from the morphine. At times when one source of pain is more pronounced I will change which pain killer I use but mostly I find the morphine works better. I think it is smart to try options and make an informed decision based on how you personally react to medications. Good luck.

September 17, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Every person is different with it, I'm on it now, and I'm glad its helped with the pain and I sleep every night, where I was waking up all the time. The only way you are going to know is try things yourself, that's with any medication.

September 17, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I had the highest dosage 600mg

I spoke to an emergency doctor once about iit he said a lot of his patients say that they felt it didn’t work for them.

I was on it for 3 years gradually reduced it and then had a break for 6 months or so doctor suggested I go back on it again so I did I have been on it for 4 months doesn’t feel any different

So it depends on the individual I guess 💙

March 3, 2019

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