Pregabalin and neuropathic pain
Common Questions and Answers about Pregabalin and neuropathic pain
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Pregabalin, is a medication used to treat epilepsy, neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia, and generalized anxiety disorders. It is better known as Lyrica. Many physicians order opiates and Lyrica together. Methadone is a different animal. I'm not confident in saying you can safely take the two together. Your best source would be a Pharmacist. They are the true experts in medications, the side effects, interactions and so forth. They are free and you don't always have to give your name.
One common cause is diabetes. The treatment for neuropathic pain (pain coming from nerves) includes gabapentin and pregabalin, and medications such as elavil (which is an antidepressant but has actually been found to be helpful with neuropathic pain as well). There are other medications, but these are typically the first line.
It is important to keep in mind that the treatment of neuropathic pain takes time to get the doses of medications to an optimal dose.
They are both used to treat nerve pain (neuropathic pain), but gabapentin can be useful in treating other pain syndromes, like the pain of peripheral neuropathy, or the pain of fibromyalgia.
The only way to know if this medication will help is to try it, but I repeat, it is not used to substitute for opiate treatment, so you will most likely continue your morphine and oxycodone while trying it.
Pain management, like football, is a game of inches.
I take Neuroton and it helps a lot. I can certainly tell if I miss a dose. I use it for neuropathic pain. It was less expensive too. I take 3x 300 mgs. I have taken higher dosages but caused memory problems.
I am also hypo and take Armour Thyroid 300 mg. in the morning on an empty stomach.
Are you taking any pain medications right now? If the pain is persistent and severe, you may want to go back to your doctor to get additional pain medicines or have your current medication changed. It might also be wise to have the wound checked for signs of infection. Sometimes pain on the operative site is the first sign of an infection in the area.
went if ever can i expect my pain to go away, since going through chemo and starting tamoxifen, i've been having bad pain and stiffness in hands and feet. medication vicodin help some, also some stiffiness in knees. my doctor has no answers and keep try different medications that is not working. please have some anwers for me . pain started after taking tamoxifen in april, stopped chemo in march. what can i do or take to relief the pain. thank you.
The symptoms include pain at the level of the problem (i.e. neck or back etc) and pain that may radiate down the arm or leg (depending on where the problem is). In more advanced cases, muscle weakness or sensory symptoms such as tingling or numbness may occur. A radiculopathy is often diagnosed based on history, physical examination, and MRI of the spine.
Another possibility is local trauma.
My mother is elderly 76 and holding -- she unable to use the internet - so I am serving this purpose. She had a mastectomy in 1998. Since her surgery for years she has experienced pain and recently of the last 3 years developed a seemingly fluid filled lump beneath the removed breast. She can palpate the lump with no pain or discomfort. However, when she attempts to wear a bra with a prosthetic within several hours she has to have the bra removed immediately.
From what I understand, there's a few differences.
First, pregabalin cost a lot more than gabapentin. That's cause gabapentin is generic.
Lyrica (pregablin) is effective for fibromyalgia when gabapentin is not.
gabapentin often requires 1800mg / day to work (built up slowly over time), while pregabalin can be effective at 150mg TID. And the change of side effects build as the does is increased.
I have recently seen my Neurologist, who has confirmed I am suffering with Anxiety and has suggested I go on a drug called Pregabalin and he has said it will help my sleep problem. My question is has anyone had any experiences with this drug, if so comments very welcome.
(Another cause of neuropathy is vitamin B12 deficiency). Neuropathic pain can be diagnosed by history and physical, and also may include an examination called EMG/NCS which assesses the condition of your nerves. This is performed at most neurology clinics. Additionally, blood tests are indicated to find the etiology of the neuropathic pain. The most common cause of neuropathy is diabetes; thus, this should always be tested in the workup.
Hi could anyone give me any views on carbamazepine for pain please?
Antidepressants can alleviate neuropathic pain. Amitriptyline and Cymbalta are two that are often prescribed. Seizure-control drugs like Lyrica and Tegretol also suppress it. Capsaicin cream (Zostrix, no prescription needed) applied to the painful area can bring relief. Lidoderm patches and lidocaine gel, products related to Novocain, offer easing of pain."
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Symptoms (in general from herniated discs in the cervical region and lumbar region) suggesting the need for urgent surgery includes muscle weakness, loss of bowel or bladder control, loss of sensation, particularly in the pelvis and severe and progressive pain. This will need to be decided upon by your PCP and/or neurologist.
Lastly, where is your pain? Is it associated with the bulging disc or is it caused by the actual car wreck?
Pregabalin is known as Lyrica in the States and is prescribed primarily to relieve neuropathic pain if you have diabetes or in the area of your rash if you have had shingles. It is also used to treat fibromyalgia. Pregabalin is used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures in people with epilepsy. Pregabalin is in a class of medications called anticonvulsants. It works by decreasing the number of pain signals that are sent out by damaged nerves in the body.
s important to know that there are measures that can be taken to reduce neuropathic pain (such as pregabalin). Go see your doctor and mention the extent of your pain if it persists, and you are worried.
Consult an endocrinologist for prescription of drugs like pregabalin, thiamine for the neuropathic pain relief. Hope this helps. Take care.
I have been to see my GP countless times and also been to the pain clinic for diagnotic. Suggestions and treatments for the issue include:
Neuropathic pain
Nerve damage
Because of the magnitude of the problem, I have been on various meds
Constantly for 2years including:
Amytriptalin,
Capsaicin cream,
Pregabalin,
Nortriptyline (current)
Other meds include vitamin B, ibuprofen gel & tablets and also accupuncture.
All with no results.
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