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Posted 8/28/2014 2:08 PM (GMT 0)
So far this year I've been on lyrica, savella, norco, lexapro, Prozac, several other anti depressants and numerous anti inflammatory medications. My stomach can not handle anti inflammatory meds due to ulcers by them. My body cannot tolerate anti depressants either..I hate the side effects and fatique they give me.

Lyrica and savella also gave me horrible side effects.. Sweating to the extreme and dizziness.

I'm currently on tramadol and take 2-3 pills every 12 hours like the doc wrote it..and it barely helps. I honestly would like to go back on some kind of paid medication again so I can function to my fullest.
Posted 8/28/2014 2:18 PM (GMT 0)
Talk to your doc.

A muscle relaxer might work for you. Of course, you cannot take it unless you are willing to be in one place and inactive.
Posted 8/28/2014 2:49 PM (GMT 0)
You have taken Norco? I was on Norco and it helped but not a lot. I am taking oxycodone now and it helps a lot more. Just a thought.

Also in the anti depressants, I have heard Cymbalta works well. It is hard to get off of though.

I have also used muscle relaxers and they help a lot.

I hope you find what works for you...

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 8/28/2014 3:59 PM (GMT 0)
I believe I've taken muscle relaxers before but can't remember. I need something that allows me to still function at work.

And yes I've taken norco, but my new doctor took me off and put me on tramadol. She doesn't like prescribing norcos..not sure of I've taken oxycodone but I'll ask the doc what she thinks about it
Posted 8/28/2014 6:48 PM (GMT 0)
My Doctor gave a prescription for Tramadol when I came off Lyrica and was not doing so well. He gave it to me as I was going on a short trip. He told me when I need to take the med to lay down for a rest after. I find I usually don't need a whole lot of meds. I cut some in half to try first. I did not know if I would have unwanted side effects and it is hard to get medical care away from home. While I didn't really feel much better I was able to finish the day so maybe it helped some. He will not provide this med on a regular basis but I don't think it can be effective when taken sporadically. Our Doctors are being more careful when prescribing pain meds but my N.P. said they do not want people to suffer.

We all would like to feel as normal and as pain free as reasonably possible.

The need for anti-inflammatories is a difficult one. I have been on NSAIDs for 12 years. Wonder if Curcumin, purchased at a Health Food Store, would be easier on your stomach. It is supposed to have anti-inflammatory properties.

My muscle relaxer, Baclofen, does help some. I take some at lunch time and at bedtime. I have taken extra at lunch at times to get through the day better. I read of one muscle relaxer that had some good reviews. I think it was called Skelaxin. It was not yet available in Canada.

Loring

Osteoarthritis in multiple joints, Fibromyalgia, Neuralgia, Chronic Daily Headaches, I.B., Hard of Hearing...

Post Edited (Loring) : 8/28/2014 1:00:37 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 8/28/2014 7:05 PM (GMT 0)
If your doctor doesn't like prescribing Norco for you than he probably wont prescribe oxycodone, they are similar but the latter is stronger. Have you tried the malic acid/magnesium supplements? They help a lot of people. There are things you can do too such as a little heat therapy on your shoulders. If you have specific spots that hurt, you might want to try lidocaine patches.

I hope that you find what works for you...

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 8/28/2014 8:26 PM (GMT 0)
Hi, Nooneknows! I'm not sure if I've met you or not. If I haven't...welcome! If I have...excuse my fibro fog. I take a muscle relaxer called Robaxin. I only take half of what was prescribed so I don't have the side effects. For me, the very first pill did make me sleepy but after that I haven't had a problem at all.

You might try vitamin D3 and magnesium malate. Many are deficient in these and that can cause pain and fatigue.

Be sure to read Fibro 101...the first thread on the forum. There are links to good info about fibro and you will learn a lot there. There are links about vitamin D3 and magnesium malate and how these work in your body. All of Fibro 101 is good so please read it.

I'm looking forward to getting to know you better. Don't hesitate to ask questions because we are here to help you. Hope to hear more from you soon.

Sherrine
Posted 8/29/2014 3:10 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Nooneknows,

If I am not mistaking you are the guy with a labor intense job. Work on airplanes? If I am wrong I apologize and will blame the fibro fog as well. LOL It is a real balancing act trying to find a med that helps while letting you function at your job. I take Tramadol as well and it does help take the edge off and allow me to do my job duties. My job is not labor intense just mentally intense. I spin many plates and try not to let them crash. I made it sound like a circus act, it is in a way, I am a store manager for one of the four cellular carriers.

Have you tried neurontin? It is similar to Lyrica but from what I hear has less of the unpleasant side effects. Sometimes you may have to go out of your way to find a doctor whom is willing to try different medications for you. I use to drive 2 hrs to see a Dr. whom I really liked. I don't have a Dr. whom helps me, I actually have a nurse practitioner whom is amazing and very thorough. She is willing to try anything I suggest. I have never asked for any narcotics or such and I can not tolerate any of the newer anti depressant meds that help some people. My point is KEEP SEARCHING KEEP LOOKING FOR ANSWERS they are out there. Look outside your town. If you find someone you like and whom is willing to help then it is worth the drive.

It is good to hear from you again man. There is just a few of us guys here swimming in this sea of amazing Fibro ladies and in case you haven't noticed they are extremely caring and have great advice that can help you.

Hopefully you are off the weekend and have made some plans. Try and get outside and lose yourself in the world around us. Takes your mind off how you're feeling and gives you a fresh perspective.

Take care sir
Posted 8/29/2014 2:47 PM (GMT 0)
Like pp said neurotonin might be worth a try. I also take good ole Prozac, it helps take the edge off my shoulder and neck pain as well as sooth my moods.

Muscle relaxers only help me if I take them on a regular basis, I tend to have huge knots in my muscles, so if you are like me, a dose of flexeril taken daily at bedtime might make a world of difference after a few weeks. It's like your muscles slowly unclench.

And is your tramadol the extended release? I ask because I have heard that the regular kind gives better pain relief. I take 50-100mg of the regulate up tp 3 times a day depended on how I feel and it really helps overall. Especially if I time it and take with my neurotonin and an ibuprofen .

It takes a while to find the right combo, unfortunately .
Posted 8/30/2014 2:43 AM (GMT 0)
Michael,
You crack me up. Love your imagery…"swimming in a sea of amazing fibro ladies…"
Keep paddling, sir!
HEART
Posted 9/16/2014 10:50 PM (GMT 0)
Have you ever tried to take Golden Sea Cucumber powder ? I feel much better since I start taking it. You can find a lot of useful information on internet. It is not expensive and I am sure it is worth to try. I do it a year or so, taking two capsules twice a day . It is natural , no chemicals, but it really works for me. Feel better, guy
Posted 9/16/2014 11:59 PM (GMT 0)
Not sure why he will not prescribe tramadol...i can only take small doses, like 12.5 at a time, but every two to 3 hours...it does keep the edge off the pain which is great...it is not a strong narcotic, nor considered addictive.

I would love to be able to take a muscle relaxer. But even cutting it into 6 pieces... It just made me immobile...totally lethargic...so i use a calcium /magnesium supplement to help relax the muscles at night

Lj
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