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Old 05-27-2018, 11:19 AM #1
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I have a question regarding the use of Lyrica and potential hearing loss, as I have recently seen occasional reports of folks reporting some degree of hearing loss from using Lyrica.

I am trying to get some sense of how widespread this might be among users, and also when and IF this does occur does it do so only above some general dosing level (75 mg taken twice daily, for instance, or only much higher doses)?

There does not seem to be much in the literature about hearing loss and Lyrica, and any information from those with real knowledge and data would be much appreciated.

Thanks!

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Tinnitus if you have it will be much much louder. Hearing loss not so much in my case but the ringing in the ears is annoying
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I have a question regarding the use of Lyrica and potential hearing loss, as I have recently seen occasional reports of folks reporting some degree of hearing loss from using Lyrica.

I am trying to get some sense of how widespread this might be among users, and also when and IF this does occur does it do so only above some general dosing level (75 mg taken twice daily, for instance, or only much higher doses)?

There does not seem to be much in the literature about hearing loss and Lyrica, and any information from those with real knowledge and data would be much appreciated.

Thanks!

David
Hi David!

I was on Lyrica for about 1 year, and yes, I had the ringing in my ears and I was so forgetful that at one point, I really thought I had gotten Alzheimer's. Thank God that's not what I have, but I can tell you, this drug is nothing more than poison imo. In less than 6 months, I gained well over 35+ pounds, I couldn't even remember daily tasks, let alone what I was talking about and then I'd stare into space as if I was lost, which I really felt like. SO, I stopped taking it.

Now mind you, I tapered off of it very very slowly, one week ago I took my last dose. The withdrawal effects are horrible. Hot flashes like you're a nuclear plant, lucid dreams, shakes, and then there's the itching. Right now as I'm writing this, I could use sandpaper on my skin just to feel some relief lol

My doctor never warned me about the side effects and what happens when you stop taking it. If you just google side effects of Lyrica and withdrawal effects, you'll find a plethora of information from people who have suffered from this 'medication'. Believe it or not, this drug was never tested before they put it on the market, not only that, but it is now a Class C medication (like Valium). If I would have known what this medication would have put me through, wow, I would have asked for something different. I remember even telling my doctor about my swelling (that right there should have been a warning to take my off asap) and she prescribed more pills.

My point is, while it may have helped with the pain, I have to admit, yes it helps, but, and a huge but here, as you get used to one dose, like yours at 75mg, in a few weeks, it won't do anything, you'll be prescribed a higher dose, and then on and on.

The withdrawals are supposed to calm down, but I can honestly say, tell your doctor you want something else, right now, this drug is horrible, so many still suffer because of it. I wish you good luck and please take care of your health, get another opinion and tell your Doc straight out what it's doing to you.

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Hi David!

I was on Lyrica for about 1 year, and yes, I had the ringing in my ears and I was so forgetful that at one point, I really thought I had gotten Alzheimer's. Thank God that's not what I have, but I can tell you, this drug is nothing more than poison imo. In less than 6 months, I gained well over 35+ pounds, I couldn't even remember daily tasks, let alone what I was talking about and then I'd stare into space as if I was lost, which I really felt like. SO, I stopped taking it.

Now mind you, I tapered off of it very very slowly, one week ago I took my last dose. The withdrawal effects are horrible. Hot flashes like you're a nuclear plant, lucid dreams, shakes, and then there's the itching. Right now as I'm writing this, I could use sandpaper on my skin just to feel some relief lol

My doctor never warned me about the side effects and what happens when you stop taking it. If you just google side effects of Lyrica and withdrawal effects, you'll find a plethora of information from people who have suffered from this 'medication'. Believe it or not, this drug was never tested before they put it on the market, not only that, but it is now a Class C medication (like Valium). If I would have known what this medication would have put me through, wow, I would have asked for something different. I remember even telling my doctor about my swelling (that right there should have been a warning to take my off asap) and she prescribed more pills.

My point is, while it may have helped with the pain, I have to admit, yes it helps, but, and a huge but here, as you get used to one dose, like yours at 75mg, in a few weeks, it won't do anything, you'll be prescribed a higher dose, and then on and on.

The withdrawals are supposed to calm down, but I can honestly say, tell your doctor you want something else, right now, this drug is horrible, so many still suffer because of it. I wish you good luck and please take care of your health, get another opinion and tell your Doc straight out what it's doing to you.

~Esme



I am sorry to hear about your poor experiences with Lyrica.

Actually, I have used it on and off over the years with moderate success. I was just interested to follow-up on what I read in this forum about hearing loss issues on it. What dose did you take, and for how long?

Thanks!

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Hearing the info on Lyrica and all the damage, just makes me want to scream. I've never taken and can't imagine I ever would. A dear person in my life lost her hearing due to drug interactions and she pays dearly. So many drugs are so toxic.

I use ibuprofen and that's bad enough and work to find "natural" supplements for pain and all my health. There is so much out there for us to try and work with. Those drugs....grrrr...unless a life or death situation...
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I am sorry to hear about your poor experiences with Lyrica.

Actually, I have used it on and off over the years with moderate success. I was just interested in a follow-up on what I read in this forum about hearing loss issues on it. What dose did you take, and for how long?

Thanks!

David
Good day to you David!

At the very beginning, for about 3 weeks, I was on 50mg, that didn't do it, then it was upped to 150mg, that helped a lot, and then my system started to get used to it and it wasn't doing anything anymore, that was at around 4 weeks as well. Finally, I was put on 600mg a day. It was the same thing, I was on this for about a year when all the wonderful side effects came around. Mostly the weight and bloating, I felt like I was 9 months pregnant all over again lol

This past January, I decided I'd had enough. It took me a couple of tries, and then about over a month ago, I tappered until you could hardly see anything in the capsule.

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The itchiness is gone, and so are the nuclear hot flashes, now I've got the shakes, so I'm thinking that's another symptom coming off of Lyrica.

If you have any other questions, just dropped me a line and I'll be more than happy to help as much as I can.

Take care,
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Good day to you David!

At the very beginning, for about 3 weeks, I was on 50mg, that didn't do it, then it was upped to 150mg, that helped a lot, and then my system started to get used to it and it wasn't doing anything anymore, that was at around 4 weeks as well. Finally, I was put on 600mg a day. It was the same thing, I was on this for about a year when all the wonderful side effects came around. Mostly the weight and bloating, I felt like I was 9 months pregnant all over again lol

This past January, I decided I'd had enough. It took me a couple of tries, and then about over a month ago, I tappered until you could hardly see anything in the capsule.

UPDATE
The itchiness is gone, and so are the nuclear hot flashes, now I've got the shakes, so I'm thinking that's another symptom coming off of Lyrica.

If you have any other questions, just dropped me a line and I'll be more than happy to help as much as I can.

Take care,
~Esme


Thank you for your feedback!

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I haven't tried Lyrica, but I didn't experience any hearing loss on its cousin drugs, Gabapentin or topamax...
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I haven't tried Lyrica, but I didn't experience any hearing loss on its cousin drugs, Gabapentin or topamax...
Oh thank god! just be careful and monitor how you feel over all, i've been off of Lyrica now for almost two weeks, and i'm still standing yess lol! Take care and sending good health to you
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