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Oh yes, Lyrica is a big help. Many patients start on too high dose and then quit it because of side effects. U must start on 25 mgs am and 1 hr before bedtime, for 12 mos approximately. Then when 50 mgs stops working ur dr will up u to progress to 75mgs two or three Yim’s a day. I’m now on 75 mgs three times a day. Meloxicam 7.5 mgs with food is big help too. It’s an anti-inflammatory so when u are on it u can’t take NSAID’s.
I have high pain so I’m on a strong serum under my tongue which is mostly THC but has some CBD too. Just the amount of 1 small grain of rice under the tongue gives lots of relief. I have it for daytime (Sativa) and one for night time (Indica). Before going thru the expense of getting a State Permit Card, I would try Hemp CBD first which is legal in all states. Some of the companies you could order from are R & R, Joy, and Cornbread, I avoid those with menthol or mint bc they trigger my nervous system which results in pain.

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How long have you been taking Lyrica and how did you learn about the dosing you mentioned? I read a Consumer Reports article that mentioned doses as high as 300 mg to 600 mg per day. Did you ever try Gabapentin, which I've read is a similar drug? Thanks.