Lyrica

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It has been used to treat seizures and Fibromyalgia.

Fibromyalgia is thought to be the result of overactive nerves that cause chronic, widespread pain. LYRICA® (pregabalin) capsules CV is FDA-approved to help relieve the unique pain of Fibromyalgia. LYRICA is the #1 prescribed treatment for Fibromyalgia muscle pain.* It is not an anti-depressant

LYRICA is not for everyone. LYRICA may cause serious, even life threatening, allergic reactions. Stop taking LYRICA and call your doctor right away if you have any signs of a serious allergic reaction. Some signs are swelling of your face, mouth, lips, gums, tongue or neck or if you have any trouble breathing, or have a rash, hives or blisters.

Drugs used to treat seizures increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior. LYRICA may cause suicidal thoughts or actions in a very small number of people, about 1 in 500. Call your doctor right away if you have new or worsening depression, suicidal thoughts or actions, or unusual changes in mood or behavior. If you have suicidal thoughts or actions, do not stop LYRICA without first talking to your doctor.

LYRICA may cause swelling of your hands, legs and feet, which can be serious for people with heart problems. LYRICA may cause dizziness and sleepiness. You should not drive or work with machines until you know how LYRICA affects you. Also, tell your doctor right away about muscle pain or problems along with feeling sick and feverish, or any changes in your eyesight including blurry vision or if you have any kidney problems or get dialysis.

Some of the most common side effects of LYRICA are dizziness, blurry vision, weight gain, sleepiness, trouble concentrating, swelling of your hands and feet, dry mouth, and feeling "high". If you have diabetes, tell your doctor about any skin sores.

You may have a higher chance for swelling and hives if you are also taking angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors so tell your doctor if you are taking these medications. You may have a higher chance of swelling of your hands or feet or gaining weight if you are also taking certain diabetes medicines. Do not drink alcohol while on LYRICA. You may have a higher chance for dizziness and sleepiness if you take LYRICA with alcohol, narcotic pain medicines, or medicines for anxiety.

Before you start LYRICA, tell your doctor if you are planning to father a child, or if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you have had a drug or alcohol problem, you may be more likely to misuse LYRICA.

In studies, a specific type of blood vessel tumor was seen in mice, but not in rats. The meaning of these findings in humans is not known.

Do not stop taking LYRICA without talking to your doctor. If you stop suddenly you may have headaches, nausea, diarrhea or trouble sleeping and if you have epilepsy, you may have seizures more often.

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From: <gkrobertsxtra (DOT) co.nz>Subject: [ ] lyrica Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2010, 2:57 PM

Is lyrica similar to gabapentin? Ie neurontin? nz

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Gloria you are right... I saw the ad tonight and caught that about liver disease. The state of Illinois is very close to approving medical marijuana. I think they should do it across the country and we could wipe out the National Debt in about 2 months! If only all the legislators would see it that way this whole Country could turn around. Hoping our guys here in Illinois do it sooner instead of later.TeriFrom: Gloria <gadamscan@...>Hep C Web Warriors < >Sent: Sat, April 24, 2010 10:54:00 PMSubject: [ ] Lyrica

OK GangHold your horses here for a bit!!! I think that everyone better take a better look at what Lyrica can do to your liver!!! Sure looks to me like it's dangerous and I even recall that the ads for it actually say that's it's not for folks that have liver disease.I too have Fibro and sometimes it gets really debilitating; but, I try to avoid things that will bring on a flare up. Sure, sometimes even putting the wrong shoes on will cause trouble. Or try having liver surgery LOL. However, I have not given into any pain meds yet!! The first thing I would try anyway, is medical marijuana; but, then again, I'm from that province in Canada that almost classifies it as a national gross product.Gloria

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Wanted to share my wonderful news...

I have harrington rods and flatback in my neck area. I have a herniated disc at

C5-C6 with confirmed compression on the C6 nerve. I can not tell you how much

pain I was in when I went to Dr. Hostin at the Southwest Scoliosis Institue

(formerly Consulting Orthopedisist) in Plano, TX on Friday. I could not move my

neck and my right arm was weak. It felt like someone was stabbing a knife into

my neck and back of my head with a pain radiating down into my shoulder and

upper arm. I came home Thursday leaving work early and just broke down crying in

pain. My 15 year old daughter held me while I bawled. I try very hard for the

pain not to effect me, so it does not effect my kids. I was so thankful she was

there to tell me everything is going to be ok, Mama. I needed her more than she

needed me at that moment and that was a first:) I called Southwest Scoliosis

institute and they got me in that day. They gave me steroids, Lyrica (first

time taking it), and a mild muscle relaxer because the muscles in my neck were

so tense from the pain. I started the Lyrica Friday night and by Monday my pain

was gone.The only side effects I have are a little concentration problem for the

first couple of hours after I take it. I am only on 50 mg once in the morning

and once at night. I am only taking it at night during the week, because I do

accounting work and need to concentrate:) I am not trying to make it out to be

for everyone, but it has worked wonders for me. I just stood there thinking

wait...I do not have any pain right now. I could not believe it. Even my lower

back pain has been reduced. It is still achy after a long day...but what 40

year old woman doesn't have lower back ache. It is nothing like what it was!

Of course it is not winter or rainy, usually the worst for my lower back, but I

am milking this for all its worth! If it is short term I will be thankful for

every second I have pain free. I have not had a pain free day in years. It may

not be for everyone and they have to make those decisions with their doctor. If

Lyrica allows me to walk around the mall with my girls, keep my house clean like

I like, or just sit and bask in the sunlight with no pain I will be so very

thankful! I am on cloud nine now and hopefully will stay there, God willing:) I

pray that everyone who is in pain gets the help they need! Peace and Love to

all!

Thanks,

Warren from Dallas, TX

Harrington Rods in 1984 - Dr. Messanbaugh - McBride Bone and Joint OKC,OK

Multiple injections in spine to reduce pain.

Physical Therapy

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