Thread: Gabapentin causing my GI problems?
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Old 01-25-2012, 12:26 AM
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Originally Posted by pinehurstcharlie View Post
Some folks say if they left their beds 6 inches it helps with the reflux.
I sleep on a 12' foam wedge (they're available in various sizes at medical/surgical supply stores, craft/upholstery stores. I use it for a combination of things, but it was a lot cheaper & easier than a hospital bed or inclining the whole mattress.

Dac - My wife is taking gabapentin for FM & stenosis. She's had some GI issues, but timing of doses has resolved them, AFAIK. Taking when vertical, taking with certain foods/small snacks.... I'd just double check for any interactions (not aware of any foods that do, but haven't dug in....

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