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Amitriptyline for neuropathy helps. It will make you sleep so I take it at night which...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/288663/

Discussion: Gabapentin side effects?

Support Group: Chronic Pain

Posted: Dec 16, 2020

I use Lyrica (75mg, twice a day) and 30mg of Amitriptyline at night. I think it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/969736/

Discussion: Anyone using Amitriptyline HCL for Neuropathy instead of Gaba or Lyric

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Nov 24, 2023

@jakedduck1 i have not tried any medications besides amitriptyline for a short while. I may began...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/762867/

Discussion: Vitamin B12 deficiency and small fiber neuropathy

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Oct 18, 2022

I am trying vitamin B complex and Alpha Lipoic Acid 600mg. So far it is helping....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1524007/

Discussion: Help with pain what works???

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Mar 10 12:58pm

@kathybohrer I just started Vitamin B Complex , ALP and going well. I was on Amitriptyline...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1511802/

Discussion: Vitamin B complex

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Feb 22 8:12am

I've been considering switching from Lyrica to Amitriptyline (Elavil). Does it cause fatigue or brain fog...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1541436/

Discussion: I have been taking amitriptylin for many years now helps with the pain

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Apr 2 5:10pm

I was on gabapentin at first and it was barely helping. I was switched to amitriptyline...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/793913/

Discussion: Clonazepam.025 vs Gabapentin 300mg

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Jan 8, 2023

My pain management Dr put me on amitriptyline, for radiating nerve pain. What are some of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/670513/

Discussion: Living with Neuropathy - Welcome to the group

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Jan 13, 2022

Thanks @jimhd, After some googling it appears Cymbalta and Amitriptyline (Elavil) are both used to reduce...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/601592/

Discussion: Member Neuropathy Journey Stories: What's Yours?

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: May 13, 2021

In response to your question regarding an adjustment period I would say that no, I had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/700819/

Discussion: Has anyone tried anti-depressant medication for neuropathic pain?

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Apr 20, 2022

The generic name for Elavil is amitriptyline. Neurologists commonly prescribe it for pain control in PN....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/670282/

Discussion: Living with Neuropathy - Welcome to the group

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Jan 12, 2022

Thank you - my PCP says to use the Asper creme with lidocaine because I'm taking...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1154649/

Discussion: Burning nerve pain, with raw sore feeling under the ball of my feet

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Oct 9, 2024

I'm so glad that I could help! Keep plugging! You got this! Also, the amitriptyline helps...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1247901/

Discussion: Sudden onset of neuropathy

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Mar 1, 2025

Drugs.com has a list of side effects for Amitriptyline here https://www.drugs.com/amitriptyline.html. I think you might want...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/658135/

Discussion: Anyone have Laryngeal Sensory Neuropathy?

Support Group: Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)

Posted: Nov 29, 2021

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1240488/

Discussion: Does anyone have any experience with ketamine for neuropathy pain?

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Feb 19, 2025

omega101 Yes, Gabapentin is the same as Lyrica. They are all apparently in the same class...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1110641/

Discussion: Finally relief from peripheral foot neuropathy! (my story)

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Jul 23, 2024

I was taken off gabapentin and put on amitriptyline. I sleep much better now. None of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/826301/

Discussion: Can Neuropathy be cured?

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Mar 15, 2023

I find that if I am under stress it flares up I take Cannabis drops at...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/785284/

Discussion: SFN - facial symptoms - wanted share in case they help

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Dec 15, 2022

I tried gabapentin and it did not work for me and I had bad side effects....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1035057/

Discussion: Neuropathy: Anyone have any experience with gabapentin?

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Mar 17, 2024

I've had some success with Lyrica (150 mg twice daily) and Amitriptyline (75 mg nightly). The...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/71945/

Discussion: Burning Feet syndrome

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Jul 19, 2019

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