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Old 05-25-2011, 03:43 PM #1
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After discussing with NeuroPsych last Friday my family doctor prescribed Gabapentin for me in hopes it will help with the neurological muscle spasms I suffer at night and allow me to sleep better. I am waiting until Friday night to start taking it because I want to make sure someone is around just in case I have a reaction to it. (I'm allergic to lots of meds)
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Gabapentin actually greatly reduced muscle spasms but I suffered severe dizziness so could not continue. Trying to come up with another option.
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Roadrunner,

What dose of gabapentin did you try? Did you take it in the evening? It has a short ( 8 hours) half life so it should be at low blood levels by morning.

Sounds like at least your doctor is listening.
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What dose of gabapentin did you try? Did you take it in the evening? It has a short ( 8 hours) half life so it should be at low blood levels by morning.

Sounds like at least your doctor is listening.
100mg once a day, about 9pm. Dizzy all night and well into the next afternoon. I have a lot of problems with meds - allergies and sensitivities. Even the coating on pills can make a big difference for me.
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Wow,

I take 900 mgs each night. I have even taken 1200 mgs. Never had a problem. Too bad you can't take it. It has been a lifesaver/sleep save for me. Hope you can find something that works.

I was on Klonopin (clonazepam) before the gabapentin for the same reason. It worked but left me sleepy all day.
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Maybe since my disability was approved and I don't have to struggle to think so much the muscle spasms will not be as bad.

I have a doctor's appointment today. He listens to suggestions very well but doesn't know what else to try.
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Hi Roadrunner,
Pregabalin is a drug similar to Gabapentin with a similar effect but it is more easily absorbed and, hence, it is easier to get the correct dosage. You could try as small dose, such as 25 mg, and build up if you can tolerate it.

I haven't tried it. I am going to though, so let us know if you do try it.
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Hi Roadrunner,
Pregabalin is a drug similar to Gabapentin with a similar effect but it is more easily absorbed and, hence, it is easier to get the correct dosage. You could try as small dose, such as 25 mg, and build up if you can tolerate it.

I haven't tried it. I am going to though, so let us know if you do try it.
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I go to doctor again end of February and will talk to him about Pregabalin. If you try it first let me know how you do on it.
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