My doctor prescribed Gabapentin (300mg 3x a day) for my IPN approx. 5 years ago. The burning and stabbing pain lessened somewhat, and I learned to live with the round the clock pain. Two years ago my doctor added Duloxetine (30 mg. 2x a day) as well.

During the day, and into the evening I manage. Does the combination work? I’d have to say yes from my experience. Anytime I run low on one of the medications, and have to skip doses or ration what I have left, I notice an immediate increase in severity of pain.

Let’s all promote an awareness of peripheral neuropathy, hope for a cure, and an increase in proven treatments.