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  1. Anyone else in the same boat? 19th April 2005
    ... sent me for PT and put me on Topamax (because the Neurontin wasn't helping). You may not have the same result...
    ... to take anything else. I have tried amitriptilyn, neurontin , and topomax... not good on any of these. My husband...

  2. Cymbalta 6th April 2005
    ... have Neuropathy was diagnosed back in 95, I've tried Neurontin several different times over the course of the years...
    ... Hi Nancy,I too have a Neuropathy,tried Neurontin for 3 months,didn't seem to work at all. Started...

  3. Any Advise? All answers welcomed 5th April 2005
    ... another neuropathy. I am currently taking 800 mgs Neurontin a day. (Some days okay some very painful). The pain...

  4. Atypical Facial Pain and Tegretol 28th March 2005
    ... diagnosed with atypical facial pain. I have been using Neurontin for several years but am not getting enough pain relief...

  5. What is Neuropathy? 27th March 2005
    ... me comfortable, one of the things she prescribed is Neurontin . I was wondering what exactly is Neuropathy?...

  6. Where Can I Get Information 26th March 2005
    ... people that have statin syndrome. Did you take one? Neurontin did little for me. I still take 400mg. at night with ... neuropathy. Most don't and everyone wanted me to take that neurontin . http://www.neuropathymd.org and www.neuropathy...
    ... know what type of neuropathy you have. I also take Neurontin and I am up to 600mg 3 x day at even intervals which ... before being DX with it and getting relief from the neurontin . I hope this somewhat helps. Kathi...

  7. constant burning sensations 16th March 2005
    ... no apparent Neurological reason.. but prescribed Neurontin for Peripheral Neuropathy, as well as anti anxiety...

  8. Topomax for Neuropathy 15th March 2005
    ... muscle specialist in Houston and he took me off of Neurontin and put me on Topomax. I take 4 25 mg. tabs in a...

  9. New Drug Works ! 10th March 2005
    ... thought Great! IT'S over. Now I have neuropathy,took Neurontin for 3 months,that did'nt work.Took a lot of sleeping...

  10. Are these the symptons? 9th March 2005
    ... can write Name Brand Only on the script. I was on Neurontin and then HAD to try the gabapentin. It didn't work ... for me so I am back on Neurontin . Try this first and try to rest as much as possible...

  11. help! shooting pains on left side of body 23rd February 2005
    ... twitches in my neck, left leg/arm and side. I've been on neurontin since I went to the hospital about it in Oct. It...

  12. Vitamin B12/Nerve problems 17th February 2005
    ... Now I have ringing in my ears. I have been put on Neurontin 600mg 3x per day, but it seems to have very little...
    ... anything to find out the cause. He wanted to give me Neurontin but I wanted to find a cause. So my family doctor ... an EMG to confirm neuropathy. I am also on 300 mg Neurontin (generic form) twice a day and it's helped a lot....
    ... it is not diabetic neuro. I am taking 1800 mg. of neurontin a day. I have never had any 'pain' only numbness...

  13. Question re: neurontin and other meds 2nd February 2005
    ... Neurontin is a short release,try taking when you need it most ... . Neurontin has a lot of side effects,in a fog etc. You should...
    ... I do have Neuropathy and found that neurontin did little more than leave me in a fog. It did little ... it causes weight gain. I know most doctors push neurontin but the drug company was fined for promoting it for...

  14. New & In Pain to the boards LOL!! 31st January 2005
    ... under statement. I am currently taking Topomax, neurontin , ultram, vicidon, and my neurologist just added cymbalta...
    ... on my god.........that they can relate to. I take neurontin , ultram rarely(makes my head crawl),lexapro and nortriptyle...
    ... to 'mutant fire ants munching on my limbs. I took neurontin , it only caused me to have auditory hallucinations...

  15. please help I need answers, bad 27th January 2005
    ... he may have pull the nerve to tight and put me on Neurontin and Oxycodone, and PT. Nothing helped, in Aug 2004 ... have to live with this the rest of my life, and take Neurontin from now on. Just touching a grain of salt, is...
    ... He just told me that I would be in pain and taking Neurontin from now on. You hear so some bad about the meds...
    ... decent sleep so your nerves can rest. I was put on Neurontin , because of a shock like pain in my shoulder and it...

  16. Sensory Neuropathy 25th January 2005
    ... the beginning. My Neurologist has me on 1800MG of Neurontin . I have some unpleasant side effects but nothing that...
    ... Had it since..umm 1992 or there abouts. I take Neurontin for it....

  17. Neurontin users 16th January 2005
    ... it's a lot worse if I forget to take a dose of the neurontin . I also go to a Chiropractor, Physical Therapy and...
    ... :) I have also been on Neurontin since 2000 for Neuropathy and just like both of you...
    ... mind me asking. I hope Karie is OK with the generic Neurontin . :) Charlene in Pittsburgh, PA "GO STEELERS...
    ... Thank you so much for your input on the generic Neurontin . I don't think my problems are as much as yours but...
    ... hope you get a good nights rest. Karie, how's the neurontin working? Any relief from the pain? Charlene :)...
    ... Morning Cathy & Charlene, I started the generic Neurontin yesterday. I was having a little pain and I sure hope...
    ... You can also check my old posts. Oh yea, I was on Neurontin for 18 months. It worked great but had bad (and long...
    ... neuropathy started about 4 years ago. I take 1800MG of Neurontin a day. Side effects also. Is there any test the doc...
    ... would really like to know what you did to get off the Neurontin . I have been on this medicine since 2001. I have decreased...
    ... a B2 supplement. I didn't try getting off the Neurontin until the pain was reduced to a tolerable level. While...
    ... dreaded headache. I guess I cannot take the generic Neurontin my pain worsened. I have been back on the brand name...
    ... wake up and I'm in absolute misery. I don't take Neurontin . The doctor's just give me large doses of Percoset...
    ... I have been in a lot of pain for some reason the Neurontin just isn't working anymore. I have another appt with...
    ... can actually take 6 pills at once, and one being the neurontin , you know how big that is. I wittle it down to 2...
    ... I am like you I now take more than I want to. The Neurontin just seems not to be working anymore. I guess I might...
    ... version of it. Cathy, I take 2 300MG capsules of neurontin because I can't swallow the 600MG pill. I don't stand...
    ... Hello fellow PN suffers, I was on Neurontin for 2 years but it was never able to control the ...
    ... had settled down a little for about 2-3 years with Neurontin but back now full swing. I went to gastroenterologist ... have it. Also went to Pain Mgment dr and he increased Neurontin to 800 mgs 3 x day. Said it would be a while (about...
    ... I go down to Milwaukee to get help. I take 600Mg Neurontin 3x day, but I don't think it does too much. Although...
    ... having some problems. I have not started the 800 mg Neurontin yet. The pain is somewhat better. Charlene, we...
    ... meds)! Please tell me what's going on with neurontin and teeth. Mine are fine, I think, so far, and I...
    ... Has anyone experienced problems from taking Neurontin ? I was on Neurontin several years ago. I started off...
    ... the narcotic. They'll be using the combination of Neurontin and Morphine. I walk with a cane and sometimes a wheelchair ... . I'm increasingly weak. The Neurontin sounds pretty safe (actually I have Gabapentin)...
    ... A newbie here, I'm also on neurontin (gabapentin) for neuropathy in my legs.I've been using...
    ... will be in my prayers. I started on the 800 mgs of Neurontin (well I just don't know about the teeth you try to...
    ... here but just wanted to share my story. i've been on neurontin now for several months, first 100 3x a day, and now ... very high here in northeast tn where i live) the neurontin has seemed to help some. i've been on avinza (1x ... when they put that in there it seemed to help the neurontin even more. i wish everyone pain free days :)...
    ... I believe I will mention that drug. I take 800 mgs Neurontin 3 x day some days the pain is okay (can live with ... on Xanax at bedtime. Can you tolerate this with the Neurontin during the day. I have been on this about 3 years...
    ... seems to be the main one. i take the topamax with the neurontin at night before bedtime and so i usually am able to...
    ... calling this thread "Gabapentin" users now instead of neurontin . I do know if you ask your Dr. for a prescription ... substitutes"-the pharmacist will have to give you the Neurontin . I have been on the Gabapentin for a couple years...
    ... Gabapentin although the doctor said I could go back to the Neurontin if I wanted. I decided to give it a try for a while ... about the Topamax. He said it was classified same as Neurontin so I decided to continue the Neu (no the Gabapentin...
    ... moved in and decided to stay.I am still on the generic Neurontin . I have tried to decrease but it seems the pain just...
    ... long but it sure helps to talk. Still on the generic Neurontin and Darvocet. Looking forward to hearing from you...
    ... believe it?) I wonder if it has something to do with the Neurontin . I read somewhere on these posts that they had problems...
    ... Hi, I've been on Neurontin 600 mg. 4 x daily. I like the generic just as well...
    ... Some good news, I have decreased my intake of Neurontin (generic type) I am now taking 800 mg 1 x day and...
    ... own. If I go back to doctor he will up my generic Neurontin and I don't want to do that! I think you are right...
    ... It helped some my pain has began to subside. The Neurontin I am taking is for this right ribcage pain. Sometimes ... clothing touching will send off shooting pains. The Neurontin has been the only thing that has helped and I have ... point I will have to change. I started on 300 mgs Neurontin 3 x day and I am now taking 800 mgs 3 x day. If anyone...
    ... How much weight have yall gained using Neurontin ? I gained close to 50 lbs , so I got off of it and...
    ... coaster with this pain. I am trying to get by with 800mg Neurontin (generic type) 3 times a day. If I go to pain doctor ... to yours mentioned something about weight gain with Neurontin , I have not noticed any. Take care, Karie...
    ... Lynn, Why did your doctor take you off Neurontin ? I am taking 2400 mgs a day. Sometimes that does not ... Sometimes I am a little "dizzy" for a while after taking Neurontin . I have been on this for about 3 years and know I...
    ... have recently started lyrica. I was on 2400mg of neurontin a day and was having trouble remembering things. ... of my body, shooting down my spine. I took half my neurontin dose for a week along with half a dose of lyrica for ... only worry right now is being able to get off the neurontin safely. I've heard so many stories of people having ... trouble. How did they ween you off the neurontin ? sandy373...
    ... Hi to all you Neurontin users. I've taken myself down to 2 pills a day strictly ... take Pamalar, Cymbalta, Zonagran, Tanzadin and the Neurontin :) Hope you all have a nice Christmas and I'll...

  18. Pain Management 12th January 2005
    ... which are severe. I'm afraid of the side effects of neurontin . I haven't taken it but to be honest, I'm actually...

  19. Pain Management 12th January 2005
    ... which are severe. I'm afraid of the side effects of neurontin . I haven't taken it but to be honest, I'm actually...
    ... matress. The other thing I want to tell you is about Neurontin . I understand completley how you feel about more ... lowering or getting off them. I take 1800MG a day of Neurontin . I truely believe that if I didn't take it I wouldn...

  20. Acupuncture 11th January 2005
    ... idea too much because I am already taking 1,800MG of Neurontin and I'm guessing that the pain doc would want to get...
    ... pain in my feet is just wearing me down. I have tried neurontin , but it didn't do anything good for me. I will...
    ... much I have improved. Two nights ago I lowered my neurontin 1 pill (300MG). Hopefully the pain won't increase...

  21. Phantom tooth pain / Central pain 10th January 2005
    ... there's nothing wrong at the pain site. I have tried Neurontin . I got up to 1800 mg without any easing of the pain...
    ... The first time I took Neurontin within an hour I could hardly hold my head up. It...
    ... tricyclic anti-depressants and anti-seizure meds like neurontin and lamotragine. Everything just made me very sick...

  22. Things in my past can cause this? 29th December 2004
    ... away in a few months. He gave me a prescription for Neurontin and sent me on my way! I didn't tolerate that drug...

  23. Peripheral nerve damage reversable???? 19th December 2004
    ... eurologist and have an EMG. He may recommend a drug called Neurontin (I take 900 mg a day) also vitamins-- B complex,...

  24. Insurance wont approve anodyne therapy 12th December 2004
    ... is very intense, and constant. My doctor has me on Neurontin , 1.200 mgs a day, I usually take one about 6 pm and...
    ... this 10 months but my neuro and my internist allow me neurontin , ativan to sleep at night-when the pain is the worst...
    ... and good use of my motor skills. I take 1200 mgs of neurontin a day, and it's getting to the point that it doesn...

  25. trigeminal neuralgia and neurontin 9th December 2004
    ... ears and upper throat, i have been prescribed 200 mg neurontin at bedtime for one week then up to 300 at bedtime...

  26. Does anyone have a child with Neuropathy?? 7th December 2004
    ... but he can't tell me as he cannot talk. He's now on Neurontin , Valium & Endep, that have helped a bit with the pain...

  27. First Week On Neurotin 5th December 2004
    ... when I can take it to days off. Good luck with the Neurontin I found it messed my muscle control up....

  28. Neuropathy advice/support PLZ! 2nd December 2004
    ... supplement. My son's also taking Amitriptyline, as well as Neurontin (that can make you very groggy but can be helpful...

  29. Nerve Pain from Epidural during childbirth.Help! 22nd November 2004
    ... neurologist 2 days ago and she told me to take some neurontin and follow up in 4 weeks. I cannot sleep, I cannot...
    ... if the nerve has been damaged in any way? Hope the Neurontin helps, it takes a few weeks or so to 'kick in', so...

  30. Frustrated Newbie 19th November 2004
    ... burning in feet. The doctor put me on 600mg daily of Neurontin and when that didn't help, he increased the dosage...
    ... Sensory Axonal Pheriphial Neuropathy. My pain masker is Neurontin and it does help me. There are diff kinds of nerve...

  31. cold sensation down side 11th November 2004
    ... going down my hipside. Doc also doubled my dose of neurontin and that leaves me so dizzy and dazed. Any idea what...

  32. Need Relief from Zingers! HELP!!! 4th November 2004
    ... zaps me from nowhere. The doctors have put me on neurontin with no success, and I'm currently on Topamax, which...
    ... zaps me from nowhere. The doctors have put me on neurontin with no success, and I'm currently on Topamax, which...
    ... How much Neurontin are you taking? Doctors will usually start out at...

  33. question about peripheal neuropathy 1st November 2004
    ... mother has been diagnosed with it. They tried her on neurontin ...but she could not tolerate the side effects...made...
    ... FYI...Gabapentin is another name for the brand name Neurontin and Pregabalin in another name for the brand name...

  34. Could this be a damaged nerve? 28th October 2004
    ... weeks for a follow-up injection. I was also given Neurontin 600 mgs 3 x a day. I have been doing okay until about ... have called the doctor and he wanted me to increase Neurontin 900 mgs 3 x day. I have not done that and now I am...
    ... then decide if further testing is needed. The neurontin is usually the first choice of med's prescribed by...

  35. CBC results - can someone translate? 11th October 2004
    ... much. I would be careful with a medication like Neurontin as it is not for everyone. Neurontin is a medication...

  36. Always living for the next Dr. appt. 6th October 2004
    ... to do. I'm already on vicodin, flexeril, bextra, neurontin and armitriptaline. I've had a steriod shot right...
    ... similar Rx plan as you Bextra, Skelaxin, Percocet and Neurontin which helps some but the problem is still there. ...

  37. What do I do now? 6th October 2004
    ... the Neurologist gave me a 5 month prescription for Neurontin . I have taken it 3 times. The neurologist basically...
    ... wondering..... gosh it never stops....lol But about the Neurontin , this medication does take some time to get into your ... wanted to let you know to try not to miss a dose of the Neurontin and to take it as prescribed and hopefully in time...
    ... my feet that it seems. I have been reading about Neurontin , and he gave me a 300mg dose. I guess it is low to...

  38. neurontin dose 22nd September 2004
    ... times a day about every 5 hours. The half life of Neurontin is about 4 to 4 1/2 hours. I take my first dose...

  39. brachial plexus nerve damage anyone? 21st September 2004
    ... another mri. I'm on vicadin, flexeril, bextra and neurontin and will be taking something else tomorrow with all...

  40. Meds Causing Worse NP symptoms 21st September 2004
    ... I have. I have tried: Lamictal, Topamax,Zonegran, Neurontin ..this later being the worse. Can anyone help here...
    ... permanent if you don't stop the med. I take small doses of neurontin and it helps. It even helps my tinnitis (ringing ears ... ). Neurontin scares me though, because I have read of people taking...
    ... seems to be working really well. I quit taking the Neurontin two days ago, and already the burning, tingling, numbness...
    ... I have. I have tried: Lamictal, Topamax,Zonegran, Neurontin ..this later being the worse. Can anyone help here...

  41. is life over at 36?? 18th September 2004
    ... Lol, Thanks. Between the neuropathy and the Neurontin (at the time), it seemed aprapo. (How do you spell...
    ... great weekend. My memory is remaining poor since the Neurontin . I'm concerned about my job. I think they've made...

  42. PLEASE answer my questions 10th September 2004
    ... feet are the worse, 'cause you have to walk of them. Neurontin helps a lot of people with neuropathy. No matter what...
    ... clear. I'm certain this is NOT MS. I am also taking neurontin and on my own increased it these past two days from...
    ... it sounds like your body is used to all of it now. Neurontin is supposed to help one of my other problems as well...
    ... pain better so I am weening down on the 2400 mgs of neurontin and I rarely take the darvocet or vicadin as they...
    ... Hi: If you are referring to Neurontin , there is a generic I have been using for years. ...

  43. Cymbalta approved by FDA for Neuropathy Pain 9th September 2004
    ... thanks so much for this news! I am currently taking neurontin for pn. It has helped me a lot but don't want to have...
    ... answer for millions. Time will tell. Actually Neurontin has also been approved for use in neuropathy pain ... , but not specifically for diabetics. True, Neurontin is an anti-convulsant and not an antidepression med ... numb/painful electrical internal burning is what my Neurontin takes care of. It also takes care of the major amount ... of parethesia. So I'll stick with Neurontin untill proof of a safer drug for me comes along. ...
    ... funny. The dr took her off of it immediately. But, the neurontin done the same thing to her. She is now trying Dilantin...
    ... Cymbalta is aggravating my sx! I am now also on Neurontin at 600 mg per day. It has done nothing for the itching...

  44. neuropathy side effect of chemo??? 4th September 2004
    ... t have either do they? Suggestion, well I'm on Neurontin , Tegretol, Elavil and Clonazepam, maybe some of this...

  45. Anyone's neuropathy symptoms been relapsing/remitting/progressive? 29th August 2004
    ... any anti-convulsant drugs during the urine test. Neurontin is an anti convulsant right? Re: fibromyalgia. ...
    ... any anti-convulsant drugs during the urine test. Neurontin is an anti convulsant right? Re: fibromyalgia. ...
    ... mentioned, by October I was walking again. I stopped the Neurontin and haven't taken any meds for this since. I hope...
    ... like a severe sun burn. My regular neuro gave me neurontin and lidocaine patches. They think that I am relapsing...
    ... of the job is exaserbating the condition. I take Neurontin and Zonegran. What else is there. I think to myself...

  46. Diabetic Neuropathy - new member 16th August 2004
    ... and cold sensation) which is fairly new. I'm on Neurontin 3200 which makes me very forgetful with short term...

  47. what exactly is neuropathy? 16th August 2004
    ... it is a possible case of neuropathy...and gave her neurontin to try...of which she could not tolerate....and today...

  48. Mother in pain, Dr.s not helping in Delaware County PA 11th August 2004
    ... legs, hands, arms and back. Her diabetes Dr. tried Neurontin , which did NOT work for her and left her with some...
    ... for 20 min a day) when she can barely move. When the neurontin made her worse, she became really depressed and I...
    ... legs, hands, arms and back. Her diabetes Dr. tried Neurontin , which did NOT work for her and left her with some...

  49. muscle wasting away!!!!!!!! 8th August 2004
    ... painful for the last eleven years. I take 2400mg of Neurontin which I hate and am trying to come off of. I take...

  50. It is not MS. What is it ?? 3rd August 2004
    ... medication I was taking for the neuropathy. Do you take Neurontin ? This has been linked to a lot of problems you suffer...

  51. 2.5 year old on neurontin? What should we expect? 3rd August 2004
    ... information regarding the quantity/weight ratio of Neurontin in children plus other useful information. You might ... into your search box. http://www.drugs.com/cons/ Neurontin .html Keep us posted and good luck :) Jake...
    ... One thing that I have noticed since starting Neurontin is that he is allowing us to touch his hands and arms...

  52. Neurontin and Drowsiness 24th July 2004
    ... you will find that the sleepy/tired feeling from the neurontin will modify after you reach a dose that keeps you ... more afraid of driving after taking Vicodin than the Neurontin . That's just me, though. Have you tried taking ibuprofen...
    ... Karyn: My experience with Neurontin is that it is great for nerve pain. I started on it ... beginning when the pain was so horrendous. Vicodin & Neurontin did not mix well together for me. When I took them ... way it made me feel. Other than the fatigue, I think Neurontin is great. I wouldn't hesitate to up the dosage again...
    ... I don't like neurontin the least bit. I never got over the tiredness and...
    ... OS prescribed them, so I'm committed to trying the Neurontin for at least the rest of the summer. I was at my ... chance, so it's something down the road to try if the Neurontin still makes me drowsy. I will also ask my doc...
    ... I never got over the side effects of neurontin and after being on it for more than a year it did ... after a while. I did not find long term relief from neurontin but I did have long term side effects and am just...
    ... Karyn, I have been taking 1200mg/day of Neurontin (300 mg every 6 hours) for about 6 weeks now. I am ... don't fell any dopey'er (sp) than I used to. Neurontin is not a narcotic drug and I know it is commonly Rx ... about a multiplier effect. It is my understanding that Neurontin has a half life of approx. 5 to 6 hours so if you...
    ... pharmacy, and he was wonderful in explaining a lot about Neurontin . He convinced me to stay on the maintenance dose ... little more active, but I'm also getting used to the Neurontin in my system. He said I'm on a really middle of the ... better. If I'm laying down soon after I take the Neurontin , I notice I do feel sleepy, so I try to take it when ... got the okay from my OS to take Vicodin prn with the Neurontin , but a lot of people have found they feel sleepy when ... . From all I have read, it is better to keep the Neurontin at evenly spaced intervals, so I try my best to do ... did you do to have the lovely privilige of taking Neurontin ? I had some fun surgery on my lateral plantar nerve...
    ... Bextra and Neurontin together were just fine with me. I take 800mg of neurontin...
    ... normal part of AS so I guess I just don't notice if Neurontin is causing fatigue because it doesn't seem to be any...

  53. Cryptogenic 19th July 2004
    ... The Dr. put me on Zonagram in addition to the Neurontin . He told me it may make me lose weight (yeah right...

  54. Facial Neuralgia - Tegretol or Amitriptyline 5th July 2004
    ... Hi Dale You could try asking your doctor for Neurontin which is a more recent drug of the same class. I ... neuropathy in my feet which are very painful. I take Neurontin together with low dose amitriptyline. This helps...
    ... effectiveness but not as bad of side effects. Neurontin does have less side effects but is quite often less...
    ... tolerated it well. I recently tried a gradual switch to Neurontin , but it didn't help nearly as well for me. You...
    ... Neurontin will help will facial neuralgia if used at the right...
    ... drugs. Either antispasmodics such as Tegretol or Neurontin or antidepressants such as Amitriptyline (Elavil) ... illnesses they work quite well for nerve pain. I take Neurontin and amitriptyline for peripheral neuropathy and they...
    ... two years now and it works well for me. I also take Neurontin and Amitryptelin. I have RSD and small fiber neuropathy ... with more. ;) I take 800 mg. Tegretol and 1800mg of Neurontin a day(/4) Remember you can allways stop taking...

  55. Myelomalacia 21st June 2004
    ... headaches too! The specialist had me taking 3200 mg of neurontin a day and it helped with the headaches but not the...

  56. Norvasc causing Neuropathy Symptoms?? 20th June 2004
    ... year or so for my pain. I was taking celebrex and neurontin , and that was like taking candy. So now my Primary...

  57. Severe weakness in legs from PN 18th June 2004
    ... what's causing it. I'm not a diabetic. I've been on neurontin for about 3 1/2 years and am up to 1800mg (not much...
    ... the neuropathy. I've been on NSAIDS for 8 years, Neurontin for 4 years, tried Topomax (won't due that again)...

  58. neuropathy in hands 14th June 2004
    ... have Fibro??? I am getting very frustrated. I am on Neurontin right now and that's about it. Plus wellbutrin for...

  59. Anodyne Infrared Light therapy 10th June 2004
    ... point. I seem to be going longer between doses of neurontin and my feet haven't hurt terribly but one night. ...

  60. trigeminal neuralgia and TMJ? 3rd June 2004
    ... told I have both. Ouch! I wear a splint and take Neurontin and Lexapro. I have only had this for about a...
    ... times a day--seems to help for a short time. How much neurontin do you take? Sorry to be so wordy! My troubles...
    ... thought about before but I am working on it. Neurontin I take 2400 mgs. Why are you stopping the Tegretol...
    ... still working then, and it was a God-send. If the Neurontin doesn't work I'll try switching back. Right now I...
    ... still on a low dosage; it has to be ramped up like Neurontin . I have read on some boards people having success ... As the Topamax is increased he plans to lower the Neurontin which has not been doing the job too well for me lately...
    ... food store told me the same thing yesterday. I take Neurontin and I noticed you can't take magnesium with that unless...
    ... Neuralgia and TMJ but we are not sure. I am currently on Neurontin 600mg four times a day for the Neuralgia and also...
    ... Neuralgia and TMJ but we are not sure. I am currently on Neurontin 600mg four times a day for the Neuralgia and also...
    ... dogs. My doc is switching me off Tegretol and on to Neurontin , and I think maybe the Neurontin is not going to work...
    ... prescribed when Tegretol has lost effectiveness, not Neurontin . I just don't think Neurontin is going to be enough...
    ... knows what happened so I guess that is good. The neurontin is very hard to get used to but is wonderul if you...
    ... Celebrex have that same effect as Aleve does? I take Neurontin as well and would like to ask my doctor about the...
    ... going down on the Tegretol while I ramped up on the Neurontin . I was supposed to be only taking one Tegretol a ... was after I took the Tegretol. I don't think the Neurontin works so me, even though I had no symptoms besides...
    ... that before beginning the braces. What dosage of Neurontin do you take? I feel my regular doc is so conservative...
    ... of for sure since the MRI was fine. I have been on Neurontin for 18mos. It was stareted for the back and SI joint ... diagnosed with TMJ so it can happen. She goes on and off Neurontin due to low tolerace of the drug and it not now working...

  61. Neuropathy 27th May 2004
    ... thinks I have both TN and TMJ and is switching me to Neurontin . I see the acurpuncturist again tomorrow. One of...
    ... major contributory factor. What about drugs such as Neurontin or Elavil (Amitriptyline) ? I have painful sensory...
    ... pain in my feet. I also take Elavil but together with Neurontin . In addition I purchased a Rebuilder, which is a ... You certainly have been through the mill. Has Neurontin ever been suggested? It’s side effects are usually...
    ... I'm gradually going off Tegretol while I increase Neurontin . I had a great night last night and am much better...
    ... was some years ago and after that my neuro put me on Neurontin with a small amount of Elavil before bedtime. I find ... taking the edge off the pain and I sleep better. Neurontin does have some side effects as I told Cookie but they...
    ... Hi Patsy I hope you get on OK with Neurontin , it has far fewer side effects for most people than...

  62. Facial & Temporal Nerve Jumps 17th May 2004
    ... could recommend is some powerful drug like either Neurontin or Gabitril. I am very sensitive to side effects...
    ... very strange feeling and sound. I also am taking Neurontin for my RSD and having taken diazepam several years ... tell you that I wouldn't take them together. The neurontin can make you really sleepy and dizzy. Same as the...
    ... this. That's the reason I was afraid to take Neurontin , because I was also taking lorazepam. I'm taking ... loraz to help manage anxiety disorder. Does the Neurontin help (stop?) your spasms? Is it worth those miserable ... disagreed! A Nurse Practitioner gave me 100mg. samples of Neurontin and tried to assure me the only side effects in a...
    ... endure these. I've read the horror stories about Neurontin , so how about one like Gabitril? It's probably the...
    ... additional comment about doctors and meds. Regarding Neurontin , the Drs. I've seen seem all too eager to dole this...
    ... anxiety man. I only take a relatively low dosage of the neurontin and only at bed time. That may be an option for you ... to try, but no the neurontin does not stop the muscle spasm, but does help to take...
    ... SG29! (I hate to call you "Silly":D) Maybe the Neurontin isn't the booger bear some have said it is, after ... could be, the ones who are putting out the scare on Neurontin , may be taking megadoses. Already being on lorazepam...
    ... Doc wouldn't give me rx refill for Xanax w/o trying Neurontin 1st! 100mg @ bed & by 3rd night I couldn't think ... to be blown in & close eyes & dream up a vacation. Neurontin `is' handed out often. It is to be monitored though...
    ... additional comment about doctors and meds. Regarding Neurontin , the Drs. I've seen seem all too eager to dole this ... so it's a necessary precaution, with me. RE: Neurontin , yes I think this is the "in fashion" drug to hand...

  63. back problems and neuropathic pain? 8th May 2004
    ... But he said in the meantime for fam. dr to put me on Neurontin . I couldn't tolerate it, turned into a zombie. So...

  64. How much Neurontin do you take? 5th May 2004
    ... various drugs that could boost the effectiveness of Neurontin - including low-dosage antidepressants, anti-anxiety...
    ... having all kinds of side effects so i stopped taking neurontin all together. I have not seen my doctor yet to try...

  65. Finding footwear 26th April 2004
    ... their replies, I haven't had any bad side effects with neurontin other than a little dizziness, I too will do whatever...
    ... provide more cushion. I am also taking a high dose of Neurontin and it helps some....
    ... I was on neurontin a few years back, it caused me a great deal of depression...

  66. Topomax ??????? 20th April 2004
    ... ? If so how much and when. How bout topomax and Neurontin together ?????? My DR is suggesting this...... ... .I am on 400mg Neurontin 3 x day and he wants to add topomax at bed for 2 weeks...
    ... prescribed Topamax 25 mg at bedtime. I also take Neurontin and the Topamax is an addition. I'm sure the plan ... increase it. I did not have many side effects with the Neurontin but do have some with Topamax- mostly tingling and ... low. It is not uncommon to prescribe Topamax with Neurontin for neuropathy. Hope it works for you. (and for...
    ... aspect in our cases as we "DON'T" have epilepsy. I know neurontin is the same basis. I do get relief from the neurontin ... also wants me to take 25 mg at bedtime. Do u take the neurontin at the same time??? How long have u been doing this ... ???? I dont see how I can be taken off Neurontin and put totally on topomax???? ANy thoughts?????...
    ... all these drugs but what else can one do? Both Neurontin and Topamax are anti-seizure meds. However they are ... or remember it so well. If you get relief from neurontin why do you need to take the Topamax too? Is it that ... relief? Either my pain is getting worse or the Neurontin is losing effectiveness thus the addition of Topamax ... I am also at the same time on the 2400 to 3000 mg Neurontin that I have been on for about 8 months. He said ... increase the Topamax and then begin tapering down on the Neurontin . You should never stop any type of anti-seizure meds...

  67. How far up does your neuropathy go? 7th April 2004
    ... Diabetic neuropathy of both feet. On Neurontin . I have tingling through the whole foot and aknle...
    ... with two numb and tingling feet. No cure but the neurontin helps relieve it a little....
    ... with two numb and tingling feet. No cure but the neurontin helps relieve it a little....
    ... Cleveland Clinic for the first time monday they put me on neurontin also, I'am also on zoloft for depression.I don't have...
    ... and as far as I know cannot be reversed. Does the neurontin help? What is your dosage?...

  68. right foot tingling..need info! 6th April 2004
    ... hot slicing type pain. I have it undercontrol with Neurontin and have been able to lower my dosages to 300 mgs ... per day. So I feel lucky about that. I hate taking Neurontin . There is a website put up by some doctors out east...
    ... thought of something. You might ask your doctor about Neurontin . It is hard to get used to because of the way it makes ... severe burning, like an iron laid on the foot. The neurontin took that away after a few weeks of taking it. I started...

  69. drug induced depression 4th April 2004
    ... seizure meds to see if they can give me relief (ie Neurontin , tegretol, lamactil). I am also on oxycontin. So...

  70. Pelvic/Bladder Nerve Pain 31st March 2004
    ... suggested nerve damage of some sort. She has been on Neurontin , Methadone, other anti-spasmadics, and other narcotic...

  71. Anodyne therapy 29th March 2004
    ... and have noticed that I am able to go longer between Neurontin doses, plus I have less foot pain at night. Regular...

  72. Hi I'm new here I go on the pain management board 14th March 2004
    ... had a tendon transfer surgery. I take oxecontin and neurontin . My doctors have said they feel that two years after...

  73. Infrared therapy? 11th March 2004
    ... It seems to work for me. It allows me to use less neurontin and I have less pain in the evening. I find that...

  74. Neurontin 11th March 2004
    ... who told us there is no hard clinical evidence that neurontin does anything for nerve pain. He said, unfortunately...
    ... Hold on now, NOT true about Neurontin ! That drug was a life saver for me. When I was first ... down with severely painful neuropathy I was put on Neurontin and it kept the pain at bay in direct proportion to...
    ... well. I Was in a great deal of pain. My GP prescribed Neurontin and because of it's description, I didn't take it ... first thing she asked was why I was not taking the Neurontin as she felt sure it would help me. I started 300 ... done more work than I should.) Along with the 300 MG Neurontin I take Vicodin and had immediate good results. That ... am no longer in acute pain unless I do not take the Neurontin . I can always tell when I am late taking it as the ... stretching exercises, etc. My understanding is that Neurontin was only approved for Nerve Pain and some forms of ... Best Wishes, Jen.........PS/ If you take Neurontin or Vicodin, you MUST EAT something substancial before ... Ibuprophen, Vicodine (Prescription med), etc. when taking Neurontin unless your doctor prescribes it to expressly be taken ... with Neurontin . If you are unsure if something is okay to take, call...
    ... who told us there is no hard clinical evidence that neurontin does anything for nerve pain. He said, unfortunately...
    ... personal experiences. :) I did start taking the Neurontin at 600mg. before bed. My Doctor wants me to work ... me I will keep you all updated on how I do on the Neurontin and if it works for me. :)...
    ... I did start taking the Neurontin at 600mg. before bed. My Doctor wants me to work ... me I will keep you all updated on how I do on the Neurontin and if it works for me. :) WOW. A single dose ... for me. Some days I only take a total of only 500. Neurontin doesn't make me sleepy exactly but it definately does ... I get some ankel swelling. The instructions for Neurontin on my perscription bottle do not mention food. I ... It also says to wear an ID tag. (I switched TO Neurontin in the first place because I was taking Tegretol and...
    ... some tingling in my pelvic area. I have been taking Neurontin for about two years. My dosage is 600mg in the morning...
    ... personal experiences. :) I did start taking the Neurontin at 600mg. before bed. My Doctor wants me to work ... me I will keep you all updated on how I do on the Neurontin and if it works for me. :) [FONT=Comic Sans ... peripheral neuropathy due to Lupus and I ahve been on Neurontin for 6 months. I was started out at 100 at night then...
    ... fragment sitting on the S1 nerve that caused this pain. Neurontin did not help and nothing did. I used VIOXX and that...
    ... i have been on neurontin for about 6 months now and i can't see any difference...
    ... my lower back. That is why my doctor put me on the neurontin . I was once on vioxx and it made me deathly sick ... fragment sitting on the S1 nerve that caused this pain. Neurontin did not help and nothing did. I used VIOXX and that...
    ... peripheral neuropathy due to Lupus and I ahve been on Neurontin for 6 months. I was started out at 100 at night then...
    ... lot. Has anyone had this kind of a reaction with neurontin . I hope it is the medicine and I am not just losing ... for me. Some days I only take a total of only 500. Neurontin doesn't make me sleepy exactly but it definately does ... I get some ankel swelling. The instructions for Neurontin on my perscription bottle do not mention food. I ... It also says to wear an ID tag. (I switched TO Neurontin in the first place because I was taking Tegretol and...
    ... some tingling in my pelvic area. I have been taking Neurontin for about two years. My dosage is 600mg in the morning...
    ... lot. Has anyone had this kind of a reaction with neurontin . I hope it is the medicine and I am not just losing ... chiropractor, who helps a lot, but what helps the most is neurontin . I can't think straight or talk right. I stutter ... minute to the next, but if I forget a dose of the neurontin I know it. I rather the annoying side effects than...
    ... Hi, emjsmith. I've been taking Neurontin for 4 weeks now. I started out taking 300mg. a day...
    ... almost eight years so that may help with it. If the neurontin helps you at all maybe your doctor could put you on ... a antidepressant along with the neurontin . Just a thought. But I am having a lot of your other ... Take Care, Melody :) Hi, emjsmith. I've been taking Neurontin for 4 weeks now. I started out taking 300mg. a day...
    ... foot as well as hot needle sticking. I started on neurontin just taking it at night and worked my way up to 1800...
    ... but no one's trying to figure it out. i went on neurontin last week starting with 300mgs at night. today i took ... studying for the gre-applying for master's programs. does neurontin mess up EVERYONE'S cognitive ability? how long should ... no point in taking it in a large dose once a day. Neurontin wears off in about 4 to 6 hours and then you can take...
    ... I have studied for my masters and I have been on Neurontin , and I would NOT combine them. While on Neurontin ... medication. I personally think it is a result of the Neurontin . Good luck....
    ... Wow, I can see the " Neurontin Controversy" continues! It has its good side and ... globulin that is missing due to disease or chemo. And, Neurontin is just one of the meds that help me and my husband...
    ... I'm on neurontin for nerve damage due to surgical error. Originally ... From what I understand you have a 50/50 chance of neurontin working for you. (A little history - It was originally...
    ... I take 1600mg of Neurontin four times a day. I have taken it for over a year...
    ... showing up instead ** words? Now, I know that isn't *** Neurontin ! :)...
    ... I have been taking 2400 mg of Neurontin and 50mg of amitryptiline for some years to help with ... case as in many others that the main side effects of Neurontin are memory problems and fatigue. Some days are better...
    ... :) Hey, I love Neurontin although it took some getting use to the drug. It ... pain for three years untill his doctor put him on Neurontin . He knows what it can do. I realize there are lots ... there that helps. My family doctor tired to go off the Neurontin slowly and found he could not continue at being a ... fight him with all I had in me. So good luck with the Neurontin and do not give up on it or yourself... Dee...
    ... showing up instead ** words? Now, I know that isn't *** Neurontin ! :) oh good you see them too. thought my cmmputer...
    ... have had a good response on their neuropathy from Neurontin . For the longest time I was the only one posting who ... (and worsening) memory problems are from being on Neurontin . I was on 600 mg/night for only 18 months (I think...
    ... neuropathy why you were put on such a low dose of Neurontin , why you were taken off it and why you were put on...
    ... never heard of anyone with residual problems from neurontin . The known pharmacokinetics (how it is metabolized...
    ... I have been on Neurontin for almost 3 months due to a pinched nerve in my neck ... took it at night - to build up my tolerance I guess. Neurontin is the only thing that controls the nerve pain. Massive ... the Vicodin after a week because I figured out the Neurontin is what was helping. Also, my experience was that ... Vicodin and Neurontin do not work well together. When I would take them...
    ... days and I just try to accept it the best I can. The Neurontin saves me and allows me to sleep most nights and to...
    ... neuropathy why you were put on such a low dose of Neurontin , why you were taken off it and why you were put on...
    ... ! ;) I am glad to hear from you again because Neurontin and Zoloft are such different drugs. It would seem ... to me that you had a bad reaction to coming off Neurontin which I have not heard of or read before. Usually...
    ... 2][SIZE=2]xxx[/SIZE][/SIZE]xxxxxx I have been on neurontin since 1997 and I thought it was helping me too...until ... list go's on and on, they were all side effects from Neurontin . The side effects were always there but I thought ... all me!!! But I WAS WRONG........ I wanted to let Neurontin users know (if you don't already) that there has been ... a major recall on the drug Neurontin (gabapentin). The company Pfizer Inc. has just pleaded ... the company with violating the FDA with misbranding Neurontin . The company has also been sentenced to pay a $240 ... Pfizer's strategic marketing plans has shown that Neurontin was aggressively marketed to treat things not FDA ... it for other uses. Pfizer was illegally promoting Neurontin for at least 11 off-lable uses, the illegal corporate ... pfizer was able to use a loophole to expand the uses of neurontin . This makes me scared and want to think twice about ... and fraudulent promotion scheme" has been putting Neurontin patients at risk for dangerous Neurontin side effects ... . It has been estimated that 90% of Neurontin 's $2.7 Billion in sales during the first year was ... at the wealthest spa's......Just so they can market Neurontin for off-lable uses. I also found out that patients ... suffering Neurontin side effects may be entitled to legal recourse against ... the manufacturers/distributors the drug. If Neurontin side effects occurred in a patient who was prescribed ... Neurontin for an unapproved use, the manufacturers may be especially ... of the drug in non-epileptic patients. Persons with Neurontin side effects should not quit using the drug without ... for (the outragous price-1 month cost me $500- :) ) Neurontin out of pocket and I didnt have no insurance at the ... her what would happen if I suddenly just stop taking Neurontin and she just about jumped out of the phone and told ... what I have found out and to inform you about the Neurontin Lawsuit. Please check for yourselves and read all ... sites to go and check out about what's going on with Neurontin ? Search through all the site and the links, there...
    ... while he examined me. I didn't realize how much the Neurontin was helping! That feeling of cracked glass under my ... memory is not to be trusted (as you all know with Neurontin ) so I keep a pad near my meds and write down in two ... feeling) is what drives me nuts. My Dr increased the Neurontin from 300mg 3x a day to 600mg 3x a day after 3 weeks ... In the meantime, I'm sure glad there is a med like Neurontin which goes right to the nerves. The vicodine does ... that work! PS Sorry for the length of this! That Neurontin really helps and I'm able to sit this long to type ... the meds that tell you about the drug states that Neurontin IS prescribed for Neurapothy pain as well as for seizures...
    ... codycoco There has been a lot of discussion on Neurontin and I think it is well known to all users and medical ... had been taking it for pain for a length of time. Neurontin has been a Godsend to many and a nightmare to some ... neuropathic patients. I myself have been taking 2400mg of Neurontin for about 2 years after a slow work up. Here in the ... and some degree of fatigue. If after starting with Neurontin the patient feels bad then the doctor shold bring ... until something better comes along for many of us, Neurontin is all that is on offer, other of course than narcotics...
    ... ;)[FONT=Microsoft Sans Serif] I have been taking Neurontin for about a month for nerve pain (I worked up to 300 ... sleep. I can tell when it's time for another dose of Neurontin , since the pain increases. I am also taking Norpramin ... , which helps, but is much less effective than Neurontin . Sometimes I still take Vicodin, a half pill at a ... painful (another story!). So I am positive about Neurontin , since I appreciate any pain relief.[/FONT]...
    ... I wish I'd have seen this thread before I took Neurontin . Bad news. Long story short, it seriously riled...
    ... wishing I'd found it sooner!!!! I have been on neurontin for a year and am not a fan of the drug whatsoever ... specialist I went to would prescribe NOTHING else to me BUT neurontin . When there are so many drugs out there why limit...
    ... they show? I have peripheral neuropathy and take Neurontin 2400mg per day and find it takes the edge of my pain...
    ... I went to him he would have me raise the amount of neurontin I was taking until I was at 3200 mg (that's when I...
    ... nothing until you have seen a neuro. :) I take Neurontin 2400mg daily and finds it does help a little. I also...
    ... GBS (Guillain Barre Syndrome) and have been taking Neurontin for years now. I am currently on 3200mg (800mgx4) ... been approved to take up to 1600mg more a day. Neurontin has NEVER caused any ill effects for me. It has done...
    ... I have been taken Neurontin for a couple weeks now (1200 mg/day) and it has definitly ... just the opposite for me. Now taking Celebrex, Neurontin and 10/650 mg Percocet every 6 hours (another one...
    ... help me sleep at night. Finally, he prescribed me Neurontin right before the 4th of July holiday. We were travelling ... that at night! I am just concerned that taking the Neurontin covers up the pain... There is potential that a stump ... I want the neuroma cut out. I do not want to take Neurontin for years to cover it up. My PT thinks that the Neurontin ... questions: is anyone using anything to supplement the Neurontin ? My OS said to use Lidoderm patches directly over...
    ... I never got the feeling Neurontin was covering up the pain like a narcotic does. It ... on the boards though about the memory issues with Neurontin and consider them. Experiences with Neurontin very ... most common thread is memory problems. I've been off Neurontin now since October and am convinced it caused a chemical ... Zoloft. Memory continues to be a problem too. I thought Neurontin was a god-send for my neuropathy, but if these residual...
    ... :) Just consider me another Neurontin user. I've been on it for 4 years now. There once...
    ... Cathy Don’t worry about your Neurontin dose. I have been taking 2400 mg per day for years...
    ... they were originally OK'd for by the FDA) every day. Neurontin is just the one that comes up on this site. It is ... the MS have me back to taking increasing doses of neurontin . It is expensive, yes, but both my husband and I...
    ... feel so strongly, due to my own experience, regarding Neurontin and the way it works in ones system. I may be wrong ... Aching Soles”. The patient who has just increased his Neurontin dose to 200mg three times per day, says and I quote ... step we take forward in increasing the dosage of Neurontin over the coming weeks or months, we take one step ... back. This I believe is because our bodies adapt to Neurontin like they do to many other drugs. Two steps forward ... question – would my PN be any worse now had I never taken Neurontin in the first place? Also what were PN sufferers treated ... before the advent of anticonvulsants like Tegretol and Neurontin ? I do not believe that Neurontin is of any value ... have found more than one person who believes that Neurontin is a drug that you could go on increasing forever ... profession everywhere ultimately came clean and said yes, Neurontin is only a pain reliever for as long as you can take ... cases where patients say they are on gigantic doses of Neurontin and the problem is they cannot come off of it or be ... by going on to a narcotic I could slowly come off Neurontin (without awful side effects and I am not sure if that ... ? years? My intention is not to upset those on Neurontin , although I realise this may be so in some cases but...
    ... Hi! just started on here! I was prescribed neurontin also, for rsd in my left wrist. It helps at nightime...
    ... concur with Jake's final comment. My experience with Neurontin has been different, and I have different reasons why ... side effects with higher doses. Then I got off the Neurontin all together and month later was hit with horrible ... this anxiety reaction was absolutely related to the Neurontin since I have never had anxiety problems before. My...
    ... The ID tag for neurontin is for those who suffer from seizures. Sudden discontinuat ... to Wake Forest Baptist Hospital where a doctor Rx'd neurontin . He didn't work me up from a small dose. He just ... trigiminal pain in my face. In a few wks I tapered off the Neurontin and now only take it when the pain gets bad again ... what works best for us. For me, right now, it is the Neurontin . (Right now I am on 2400mg day in divided doses.)...
    ... thro the mill. You say you came off a high dose of Neurontin slowly once before. I would strongly suggest you try ... really concerned that you will reach that max dose of Neurontin and find yourself back again at square one. Please...
    ... looking for again?". I would never have stayed on neurontin if it weren't for having a doctor who pushed it on ... for everything else..right. I had the option of neurontin or nothing. When he died I finally got off of it ... just as strong. I'm almost afraid to stop taking neurontin again in case it's twice as worse as last time but...
    ... s felt like they has run out of options. Then the neurontin was started and it was a god send. I have started ... though. PS, I am holding steady on my present dose of Neurontin ......I just want to be comfortable. Thanks to you...
    ... WlS4me May I ask what is your dosage of Neurontin and what you are taking it for? Take care :) ...
    ... pain from neuropathy in my left foot. I was put on neurontin and thought it was working at first, it seemed to ... this went on for 2 yrs. I had side effects from the neurontin but did not realize they were from the neurontin until ... recently I have read a lot of reports on the misuse of neurontin and the bad side effects and how it is not approved...
    ... I've been on Neurontin for about 4 months now and I think it does help me...
    ... Has anyone seen the add on TV looking for victims of Neurontin ? It appears they're planning a class action law suit ... attempted suicide, and the families of those did, while on Neurontin . I don't recall anyone here mentioning depression...
    ... That's all I know. That may or may not be from the Neurontin . I just know he's on a very high dose and it started...
    ... hi' I have been on neurontin for a week. I have nerve damage after a botched surgery ... top and bottom of my foot. Neurologist prescribed neurontin , which after research I figured he would. I am only...
    ... Neurontin has been helping me. It is like a miracle. From...
    ... anxiety before, so I believe it is a result of the neurontin ....
    ... still taking the neurontin at 1400mg day. Feel great with the nerve regeneration...
    ... of such meds. I'm still on my nice low dose of Neurontin and it's still acceptable to me. After all the only...
    ... not go away. It has been a full year since I stopped Neurontin . I had been on it about 18 months. I had the commone ... though I developed anxiety. It is absolutely from the Neurontin in my opinion. It won't go away, and my memory has ... not recovered. I think Neurontin did a lot for taking the edge off my neuropathy even...
    ... before the Internet?? I want to wean myself from Neurontin and found this thread. Thank you, THANK YOU to everyone ... these posts today, I have learned the following: 1) Neurontin results, reactions and side effects can be as different ... there are several of you who share "my story." 2) Neurontin has helped the majority of posters - even changing ... lives or at least making life bearable for some. 3) Neurontin is taken by the majority of posters for something ... other than epilepsy - mostly pain. 4) Neurontin use is controversial, and doctors sure do like to ... nightmares sometimes is because I have mixed ibuprofen with Neurontin . This is the abridged version of My Story: ... light of the new findings! 3) I was prescribed Neurontin 2 yrs ago for the back pain and TMJ (from grinding ... this?? - PROZAC! I just learned this 5 months ago.) Neurontin was the first medication to "take the edge off" my ... on someone. :) 3) Even on 600 mgs a day, the Neurontin makes me sleep like a rock. A big fat rock. In the ... my question for those who are in-the-know: With my Neurontin history, duration and dosage; what would be the recommended...
    ... ;) I've been on Neurontin since 2000 for neuropathy. I know it helps when I...
    ... Thanks for all your feedback! I started neurontin a little over a week ago. Pain doctor said start on...
    ... I can remember not having PN. ~sigh~ Of course Neurontin 's a bad drug, but when you are in pain you have to ... drugs available to get rid of this pain. Without my Neurontin my PN rears its ugly head rather fast. I take the...
    ... PN is less severe. I'm just happy to be off of the Neurontin ....
    ... in my lower extremity my legs'. i was takeing neurontin for pain' do to the cost of it' even with my drug ... plan. i had to tell my DR. i have to stop taking neurontin I can only go by my self. I am a pain patient ... neurontin help me with handle break through pain'. that...
    ... I have been on Neurontin for several months now~a low dose only 800mg qhs;...
    ... I almost comitted suicide while taking neurontin and I know without a doubt that's what it was. Too...
    ... feeling like a hot iron was laid on my ankle. I took the neurontin but started very slowly at 200 mg per day to 1800...
    ... as you're disciplined enough to limit it. I tried Neurontin . It didn't do anything for the pain, and unfortunately...
    ... something else I forgot to say......if you try neurontin and it doesn't work or the side effects are still...
    ... can only tell you of my experiences. First I took Neurontin for about a year and a half. It took away the nerve ... tingling, burning, searing and hot stabbing pain. Neurontin is not a narcotic pain reliever.....how it works I...
    ... drug is called Lyrica. It's a "cleaner" version of Neurontin with fewer side effects....

  75. Feet Miseries 11th March 2004
    ... disc. It has been 2 years now. Doc started me on Neurontin about 2 months ago, and it has really helped. I too ... the pain/tingling/stabbing pain during the day. The Neurontin keeps it at bay. Not 100% of the time, but probably...
    ... disc. It has been 2 years now. Doc started me on Neurontin about 2 months ago, and it has really helped. I too ... the pain/tingling/stabbing pain during the day. The Neurontin keeps it at bay. Not 100% of the time, but probably ... of my lumbar spine and the NS said it looked OK. Neurontin helps some, but not too much. Lifting seems to make...

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