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10-14-2012, 07:47 PM
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Hi all -
Hubby started Gabapentin a few weeks ago - hoping to help control the headaches and overstimulation factor. Anybody able to tell me what dosage you are on? Thanks!
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Blessings to you... AMY Wife of 54 year old hubby who sustained TBI January 2011 downhill skiing. Hubby is: Machinist, off work since injury. 70% of the time feels really, really rotten (better! Used to be 99% of the time) 30% of time he just feels bad but can push thru to do something. Current Symptoms: Light & noise sensitivity, brain fog (lessened by Zoloft), extreme fatigue, balance issues (walks with cane), cognitive problems (slowed & more difficult thinking), overwhelmed easily. Difficulty falling asleep but then could stay asleep for 12 hours or more . (Uses CPAP machine while sleeping due to apnea NOT caused by TBI) All symptoms increased by stress, fatigue & crowds. Jostling movements (walking briskly, bumpy rides) are VERY bad & cause severe set-back Seems to help: Taking 150mg Zoloft at night for symptom control, especially helps with "brain flips / swishing when walking" and brain fog (helped). 300 mg Gabapentin (100 3xdaily) for headaches (works pretty well. Minor headaches are eased by combined Acetaminophen & aspirin). Xanax for anxiety, but also seems to slow the overstimulation feeling when out-and-about. Feels best while lying down (vertical position seems to bring on symptoms) Misc: Clear EEG, clear MRI'S (2 of them). No cut, bump or bruise after accident - all damage internal . Oddly enough, he's not bothered at ALL by tv . Praise the Lord he has NO difficulty driving. |
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10-14-2012, 08:51 PM
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When I was in practice, I can recall varied dosages used with patients, from 300 mg daily to 900 mg twice to three times a day.
I would refer you to this site for specific information about the medication, and it should give you information to allow you to formulate questions for your physicians. Neurontin/Gabapentin Best wishes. |
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10-14-2012, 10:56 PM
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I take 600 to 900 mgs. I only take it at night. It has an 8 hour half life so if the effect is needed throughout the day, a 2 or 3 times per day dosage is common.
I don't find any side-effects. I have taken as much as 1200 mgs per dose without a problem. It is important to not take it at the same time as taking a magnesium supplement. Google "gabapentin magnesium" to understand the issue.
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10-15-2012, 03:51 PM
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I started on 200mg a day then up to 300mg after 2 weeks when the benefits started wearing off. Then up to 400mg split into morning and evening after 3 weeks. Been on that dose for a month now. Have found it has helped a lot with rogue muscle spasms and general limb weakness.
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44 year old mum of 2. Senior zoo keeper and former prison officer. TBI and PCS symptoms all came about 3 weeks after an accident at work in February 2012 when I hit my head on the corner point of a metal barrier at brisk walking pace. Life as I knew it came to a shuddering halt that day. 20 year history of depression and anxiety now coupled with memory issues, personality change, speech and communication problems, ringing ears, impulsivity etc etc etc. Damaged people are dangerous.....they know they can survive! |
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10-15-2012, 06:00 PM
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Thanks! Good to know.
By the way, I want to know if you're two children are what qualifies you to be called a zookeeper??? 
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Blessings to you... AMY Wife of 54 year old hubby who sustained TBI January 2011 downhill skiing. Hubby is: Machinist, off work since injury. 70% of the time feels really, really rotten (better! Used to be 99% of the time) 30% of time he just feels bad but can push thru to do something. Current Symptoms: Light & noise sensitivity, brain fog (lessened by Zoloft), extreme fatigue, balance issues (walks with cane), cognitive problems (slowed & more difficult thinking), overwhelmed easily. Difficulty falling asleep but then could stay asleep for 12 hours or more . (Uses CPAP machine while sleeping due to apnea NOT caused by TBI) All symptoms increased by stress, fatigue & crowds. Jostling movements (walking briskly, bumpy rides) are VERY bad & cause severe set-back Seems to help: Taking 150mg Zoloft at night for symptom control, especially helps with "brain flips / swishing when walking" and brain fog (helped). 300 mg Gabapentin (100 3xdaily) for headaches (works pretty well. Minor headaches are eased by combined Acetaminophen & aspirin). Xanax for anxiety, but also seems to slow the overstimulation feeling when out-and-about. Feels best while lying down (vertical position seems to bring on symptoms) Misc: Clear EEG, clear MRI'S (2 of them). No cut, bump or bruise after accident - all damage internal . Oddly enough, he's not bothered at ALL by tv . Praise the Lord he has NO difficulty driving. |
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