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Benign fasciculation syndrome (BFS)

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@captainanxiety8

Well, good news is I am trying Lyrica and it's making things better, much less twitching, although the pain is sort of still there. So there is a little relief.

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Hello, @captainanxiety8 - wondering how things are going with the pregabalin (Lyrica) you were taking for your twitching and pain symptoms?

I realize this is a couple years old, but I would not recommend starting Lyrica. It will help for the first month, then they will continue to up your dose bc it will stop working. Next thing you know, you’re maxed out and getting no relief. The real kicker and reason why I advise against it is because of the withdrawal symptoms and dangers of seizures, etc. from dropping off too quickly. It’s a nasty drug that most doctors are not fully educated on. Check out some support groups online and see how many people are permanently affected from stopping or weaning this drug too quickly. I also know from personal experience. It’s a nasty drug to get off of and some side effects are permanent if stopped abruptly. I wish I was never given this med.