Tonmya is a game changer for me!

@daisy17 My doctor prescribed Tonmya but the cost will be over $400/month. I'm on Medicare and a Regence (a supplemental insurance) and I was approved. Once I saw the cost I declined the prescription. I then asked for cyclobenzaprine but the doctor (not my regular doc) refused to prescribe it bc I'm 70 yo. I'm so disappointed! I was hoping to be able to fall asleep easily and have less fibro pain.

@daisy17 Cyclobenzaprine loses its effect in 30 days or so. This new drug, Tonmya, is NORcyclobenzaprine. Does not lose its effect over time. So far so good.

Does your insurance pay for it?

@beejenigma Cyclobenzaprine has not lost it's effectiveness for me. I only take one 5mg tablet before bed.

I don't mean to argue, but they are the same drug. The difference is in the delivery -- Tonmya is taken subliminally (under the tongue) taken instead of in pill form. I found this explanation on line: "Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant used to treat muscle spasms, while norcyclobenzaprine is its active metabolite that can also affect serotonin receptors and may contribute to side effects. Both compounds have similar pharmacological effects, but norcyclobenzaprine has a longer half-life and can build up in the body, potentially leading to increased side effects."

@ericamonique Did you try arguing with the doctor? If they would prescribe Tonmya, what's the difference then in prescribing cyclobenzaprine as they are the same drug! I would see another doctor, go back to your regular doctor. It helps me sleep but didn't help much with pain as I didn't take it during the day because it can make you sleepy.

My doctor is always hesitant to renew my prescription due to my age (75) because they are worried it could contribute to falls. I have no risks for falls other than my age, so that is annoying. I take this shortly before bed and, at such a low dose with only one pill per day, it never makes me dizzy or unsteady on my feet.

Please ask your doctor about low-dose naltrexone. That has helped me the most. I had to see a pain clinic to get my prescription but now my regular doctor prescribes it. I take a 4.5mg tablet after breakfast. It must be compounded at a special pharmacy and isn't covered by insurance. I think it costs me $50-60 a month. There are many articles on-line about it, here's one: https://www.fibromyalgiafund.org/giving-ldn-your-best-shot/

Good luck.

Where do you all live to get Tonmya?

@beejenigma Cyclobenzaprine has not lost it's effectiveness for me. I only take one 5mg tablet before bed.

I don't mean to argue, but they are the same drug. The difference is in the delivery -- Tonmya is taken subliminally (under the tongue) taken instead of in pill form. I found this explanation on line: "Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant used to treat muscle spasms, while norcyclobenzaprine is its active metabolite that can also affect serotonin receptors and may contribute to side effects. Both compounds have similar pharmacological effects, but norcyclobenzaprine has a longer half-life and can build up in the body, potentially leading to increased side effects."

@daisy17 The word is not subliminally, which means existing or functioning below the threshold of consciousness. It is taken sublingually, which means under the tongue.