I have an appointment with my neurologist next week and I have a question I was hoping you might be able to help me with. I am currently on Gabapentin and Cymbalta for the pain. This combination has been working fine for a few years, but over the past month or so, the effectiveness seems to be wearing off. Instead of maybe 1-2 bad days a week, it is now more like 4-5. My question is, do you think I am better off asking for new medications or just suggesting that the dosages of the Gabapentin and Cymbalta just be tweaked some? My concern over new medications is getting used to the new side effects. Also, I'm hoping to not add another daily drug to the two I am currently taking. Another question, is it out of line to ask for a pain killer such as vicodin or oxycotin for the extremely painful sessions. Is this something that a neurologist would typically prescribe? Thanks for all your thoughts, I truly appreciate it!

Marty