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I have the doctors Thursday so I will see how I get on its meant to help with sleep and pain.

March 14
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Members discussed a newer fibromyalgia medication called Tonmya, sharing that it is a timed-release version of Flexeril and costs around... Read more

Members discussed a newer fibromyalgia medication called Tonmya, sharing that it is a timed-release version of Flexeril and costs around $1,900 a month, which has led many insurance companies to deny coverage. Several members shared frustrating experiences with insurance appeals being rejected, while one member reported their first truly restful sleep in years after starting it, though noted it was less effective the second night. A recurring theme was the high cost creating unequal access, with members in the UK noting relief at not facing those barriers, and many expressing hope that the medication could help with both sleep and pain.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Interesting, I guess I heard about a new medication that was recently approved but I didn’t pay a lot of attention to it. I’m one of those that the FDA recommended meds didn’t really work for. I tried Cymbalta for about 10 months and my anxiety was not good. I went back to my Venlafaxine which seems to help the most. In addition to that I take a Methocarbamol (muscle relaxer) every night before bed. I will say that does help with some of the muscle pain and the ability to sleep at night. Maybe this new med will help with all of it?

March 14
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes, my pain doctor said I should try it.

It's timed-released Flexeril.

I found out even with insurance, it would be cost me $60, so I am sticking with Flexeril, very cheap.

March 14
A MyFibroTeam Member

It is absolutely insane that any medicine should cost that much!

October 4
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have researched and talked to my neurologist about it. He prescribed it. BCBS denied listing a bunch of excuses. It is $1,900 a month. Insurance doesn't want to pay for it.

September 30
A MyFibroTeam Member

I take Flexeril but sometimes I wonder if it helps anymore. It's been a few years and I don't get the same effects. For those of you that try Tonmya, what's your current updated opinion? The Flexeril helped me alot at first, that's why this looks hopeful to me

September 29

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