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Do not take gabapentin, makes it worse

Neuropathy | Last Active: May 7 9:32pm | Replies (70)

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@jimhd

Quite a few of the meds I've tried had that effect on me, both neuropathy meds and pain meds. My wife notices my reduced cognitive function when I don't sense it, so when I notice it, it has to be pretty bad! Gabapentin had that effect on me, too. Bummer. When I started taking Lyrica, I thought I'd found my magic cure, until one day, after a couple of weeks, I became incoherent and couldn't finish a sentence. 3 days in the hospital.

For so many of us the search keeps going on and on. The fortunate ones find relief in the standard neuropathy meds. Have you been able to find one that works for you? Believe me, the list is incredibly long!

Jim

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I did 30 rounds of chemo and have terrible neuropathy 2 years post treatment. I've recently started doing accupuncture and use a tens unit at night. I also take CBD oil and the following supplements: P5P, Alpha lipoic Acid, Fish oil, and calcium with my magnesium. I have cut my gabapentin almost in half and continue to feel better. Don't give up, keep trying everything until you find something that works.