I was in constant pain from Periferal Neuropathy. Could only walk for 7 minutes before I had to sit down because of extreme pain. Started with 25mg 3 x per day, moved up to 50 mg 3 x per day and am now at 100 mg 3 x per day. Results dramatic! Now walk a mile and a half 6 days a week with minimal pain. Sit down at the 3/4 mile mark, not for pain but just for a break. No side effects. Lyrica...
i had the capillary lead syndrom with very strong neuropathic pain, so the treatment against was 3x a day 100mg, but i feel very depressiv and the pain is still the there.
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simon | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
7/17/2009
Condition: Diabetic Complication causing Injury to some Body Nerves
Overall rating 2.7
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I have now been taking 300mg ofthis drug,on a daily basis since nov2008.I had a bulging disc removed,which has dented my spinal cord,and also severed the sciatic nerve to the left leg..I wasnt given this drug until having three operations,and at the time was also told i was lucky to.have it,,AS IT WAS TOO EXPENSIVE!!,Cost of life eh!Having said that ,i do think it did work for the first 2-5months,But i now feel a higher dose is really needed..My lower back pain and left leg pain is unbearable,And i really do wish i could cut my leg off.In all ,yes it is a good drug.For a while!!But if it is going to need increasing,Its got to be ADDICTIVE..Take care..Read More Read Less
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joeywoey | 55-64 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
6/30/2009
Condition: Other
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I take this medicine for carpal tunnel syndrum.After one to two weeks pain has gone and has not returned.Taking it for about three weeks now.
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jerriank | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Caregiver
4/21/2009
Condition: Disorder characterized by Stiff, Tender & Painful Muscles
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Caregiver
4/15/2009
Condition: Other
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what is the real not the generic name for pregmabelin
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Kay | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/28/2009
Condition: Neuropathic Pain
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I have post-surgical adhesions that cause chronic pain, and two herniated discs in my neck. At 150 mg. daily, saw some improvement in the neck pain but none for the adhesions. Started noticing increased drowsiness. Dr. upped the dose to 250 mg. day and the drowsiness got much worse - 2 hour "naps" in the afternoon and extreme difficulty waking up in the a.m.
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Anonymous | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/20/2009
Condition: Disorder characterized by Stiff, Tender & Painful Muscles
Overall rating 4.3
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I was prescribed Lyrica for Fibromyalgia. My starting dose was 150 mg per day. After the first 2 weeks there was an improvment in my daily functioning, as well as my pain; however, after 4 weeks my rheumatologist had to double my dose to 300 mg per day. I am 3 days into the new dose and although I am a little foggy-brained, I believe it is beginning to make a difference. The cost is a concern because it is not a preferred medication for Blue-Cross. So far, so good!
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ollie | 35-44 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
3/4/2009
Condition: Neuropathic Pain
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Very unexpected surprise on helpng depression, and I had most of the commonly prescribed anti depressants. On helping the pain, On a scale of 1 to 10, I would rate this a 5. I have used for 2 weeks, 50mg twice a day.
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PREGABALIN | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
1/21/2009
Condition: Other
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As I am taking 450mgs-600mgs daily i TOUGHT i will feel lot more better but still in lot of discomfort GO TO BED UP AFTER 2=3HRS IN LOT OF PAIN STAY AWAKE FOR ANOTHER 1-2 SOMETIMES MORE SLEEP SOMEMORE AND I FELT THAT WITH THAT DOSE I SHOULD BE LOT BETTER PERHAPS EARLY GAYS ON BEEN ON 6WEEKS.IAM THINKING OF TELLING MY DOCTOR TO TAKE ME OF AS I PUT ON 12LBS ON IN THAT SHORT TIME AND NO NOTHING TO DO WITH XMAS WE ARE PRETTY STRICT ABOUT CARBS AND SWEET STUFF AS MY HUSBAND IS DIABETIC
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Marie | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
10/18/2008
Condition: Other
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I have been taking Lyrica (pregabalin) for quite a while now. I do not think it has really helped with the constant pain. My doctor has now increased my dose to 100mg twice a day compared to 50mg three times a day. that's an additional 50mg per day that I will be taking. I'm not really expecting much in the way of any pain relief from this but I am willing to give it a try anyway just to get some pain relief. I will report back in the future.
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Ian D Samson | 55-64 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/6/2008
Condition: Neuropathic Pain
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Within 60 minutes of taking 150mg I notice a dramatic reduction in pain, and a dramatic increase in my ability to move, bend over, and go down on my haunches (squat). Getting back up is still very painful in knees and lower back. The medication is very good, has no side-effects, but I have noticed improved mood, "waxing LYRICAl", becoming more eloquent (very similar to a Marijuana high) and have moved from 75mg bd to 150mg bd very easily. Still, I have to see a Neuro-Surgeon next week as I have two slipped discs and pronounced bulging of spinal cord. Have shooting pain into both legs, sciatica in sacro-iliacs, leg pain like a wrench is tightening every muscle and tendon, and sometimes it's impossible to walk. But LYRICA remains an excellent medication and I applaud the manufacturers.Read More Read Less
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Anonymous | 19-24 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
9/29/2008
Condition: Disorder characterized by Stiff, Tender & Painful Muscles
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Neurontin did not work well for me. Bad side effects.
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
9/25/2008
Condition: Neuropathic Pain
Overall rating 3.7
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THIS MEDICATION WORKED VERY WELL BUT IT AFFECTED MY VISION.
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8/14/2008
Condition: Neuropathic Pain
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df | 13-18 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
8/12/2008
Condition: Other
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I was given Pregabalin for my Generalized Anxiety Disorder, after various failed attempts with SSRIs. This medication works somewhat well (better than the anti-depressants) for my anxiety, but not as well as Benzodiazepines that i have used in the past, which ELIMINATE anxiety. It is also now without its side-effects. I have widespread muscle and joint pain and i feel weak and lethargic all day. It also has some sexual side effects which i will not go into.
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Art | 75 or over | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
7/11/2008
Condition: Nerve Pain after Herpes
Overall rating 5.0
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I have tried everything including accupuncture, epidurals,neurontin,and a number of other drugs nothing worked. This has really worked to a point where I forget I have the post herptic neuralgia. I have had this condition since 1998.
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wharris59 | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
5/3/2008
Condition: Neuropathic Pain
Overall rating 5.0
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Am taking this for severe Sciatica from disk damage(2x75mg daily)very effective,knocks down a lot of pain (please cut my leg off kinda pain), 80-95% I would est,depending how careful i've been throughout the day. Was taking Gabapentin before which worked well for the pain but couldn't shake the nasty side effects even after 2 months. Am having no side effects (that I'm aware of) on the Lyrica. Expensive if not covered,$180 for 100 (Canada),but its been worth it.
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joycep221 | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
4/25/2008
Condition: Neuropathic Pain
Overall rating 3.0
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I had a stroke,may 2006, I have worsening pain in my right side and was given pregablin 7 months ago. It dulls the pain a bit but the side effects are still not going away. I am dizzy, sleepy, confused, forgetful, etc.
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kymsupermom | 25-34 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/9/2008
Condition: Disorder characterized by Stiff, Tender & Painful Muscles
Overall rating 5.0
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I have been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia and its so frustrating getting there. After a slew of meds., I just added Lyrica and I can already tell I'm feeling my old self come back. The energy, enthusiasm, and just the overall gladness of not feeling like I have to fight my way through the day. You with this disorder know what I mean. Its very hard and very frustrating to be so young yet feel as is you can't do antyhing without feeling like total crap.
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
3/31/2008
Condition: Disorder characterized by Stiff, Tender & Painful Muscles
Overall rating 4.7
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Takening 75mgs morning and night run out and could tell the differents in like a week. This med has brought my life back. Can do things now that could not do before without stopping and taking a nap after each one. It works for me
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julie | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
3/16/2008
Condition: Neuropathic Pain
Overall rating 2.0
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i thought it was an excellent drug when first taken.but found it nessacary to ask nureosurgeon,to increase dosage.now feel i need to up dosage again.
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