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Originally Posted by Cliffman
Yes, just started taking it. The Pain is very significant. The side effect I dislike is the drowsiness, which happened after the 3rd pill at dinner. Prior to the Gaba I existed only on Tylenol for the last 4 month's. Once you reach a higher level does it get rid of majority of the pain for long periods of time?
Cliffman  |
True SFN pain is not usually relieved by Tylenol so i am surprised that worked four you. Even for people who find relief in gabapentin it doesn't act as a magic pill. It gives 30-60% relief. I'd say its probably around 40% for me.SO it cuts my pain from a 10 to a 6, and with SFN, thats significant for me. it also allows me to sleep. It takes a while to adjust to it. They usually will try building you up to 1800mg max over time to see if u get relief. If there is not relief at that level they will go to one of the other options, most likely lyrica. This is my experience.
If the suicidal thoughts you mention become a regular thing though call the doc. Feeling despondent with SFN is common but if it is every day and overtaking your thoughts you need some other help of some kind.
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