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Can Gabapentin make neuropathy pain worse?

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@bettygruberrn

I had hyperesthesia and neuralgia from an MVA. My Dr prescribed neuroNtin and about 20 minutes after taking it i would have excruciating pain in all
Of my nerves. The only relief I have found has been from elavil. The dry mouth has been minimal compared to the hyperesthesia and fasiculations. Elavil controls most of my
Symptoms but periods of high stress cause me to have a bit of serotonin syndrome, i have to lay off the elavil If my stress gets too high for long periods

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Leonard | @jakedduck1 | Nov 8, 2020

@bettygruberrn
You may have had an allergic reaction to the Neurontin. Allergies to Anti-Convulsants are very common. I believe only Antibiotics have more allergic reactions, penicillin mainly.
Jake

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Nov 9, 2020

Hello @bettygruberrn, I would like to add my welcome to Connect along with @jakedduck1 and other members. You mentioned Elavil controls mot of your symptoms but periods of high stress cause you more problems and you have to stop taking the Elavil.

Have you had a chance to discuss the high stress symptoms with your doctor?

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