Tracey- about 2 years ago, I took lyrica for around 6 weeks. It helped with the nerve pain, but then i had an allergic reaction to it and wound up in the ER 2 nights in a row. I felt a little "fuzzy" when I was taking it, but it did help. Now I take keppra (an anti-convulsant), which helps, but not as much.

hi all
i have been on both these drugs and both of them made me put on loads of weight 3 stone in 6 months! i had to stop them because i was retaining water ..my legs were like balloons and so painful and i could hardley breath .never again .
as well as TOS i also have sever back problems following two failed surgeries i take oxycodone and use an acticare unit ..but i am still in pain
i went to see my pain consultant on Monday and she said the words that no one wants to hear ...sorry Mr beer there's nothing more we can do for you!!
so i am feeling a bit sorry for myself
STRAKER

[QUOTE]
thanks straker....im hearing a lot more negatives than positives for this drug which is a put off, have decided to wait to discuss things with my pain cons again first! I have had a good week pain wise and feeling in fairly high spirits.....however i know what lies around the corner so im just savouring these more pleasant days. Im sorry to hear that your pain cons no longer feels they can help - i dont know your story but i feel for you and really hope that you can find another pain cons who can help you manage your pain. take care
x

[QUOTE=TraceyW;446888]Hi Tracey.....sorry not answered last email yet ---things been hectic over xmas plus now in plaster!!! Texting is tricky.
I have been on this drug since 2005 and on 600mg per day. I did used to have extra 100mg at night so a 300 and 400mg doses per day til about 6 months ago. It helped the electric type pins and needles...pain wise dont know but on combination of drugs as you know. Yes I have put 3 and a bit stone in weight on but the drug makes you feel hungry. Weight gain is typical to anti convulsant type drugs. Used to get sedated with it until body adjusted. So I have been on it a long time and the docs dont envisage me being able to come off it. Only other issue is dry eyes so have to use artificial tears and lubricant...minor nuisance.

Sorry does not help but as with most things everyone experiences different problems and mainly drug therapy can be a long trial. What suits one does not suit another. The side effects I have experienced are common to this drug type.

Speak to you soon.

Hx