How do you handle driving with brain fog?

Hi, Scifigal.

I take Hydrocodone (Norco) and Gabapentin too, but at lower doses. I'm actually in the process of weaning off of Hydrocodone and onto Tramadol. AbsoLUTEly know what you mean about the brain fog!

Driving hasn't been a problem for me, though. It actually relaxes me, gives me a release....where I run into trouble is having to focus in on day-to-day household things - papers, bills, decisions - help! Give me the open road! ;)

But if driving makes you nervous, better do it as little as possible, and go slow. I hope once your Norco is decreased, you won't feel so foggy.

Debbie

Hi scifigal. I try to avoid driving if I'm having a really bad day. If that's not possible I'll go a little slower and maybe have a caffeinated drink before hand or some cherry juice to wake myself up a bit .I really hope the others have some good advice for you I know how scary it can be. I'll often forget directions and end up taking much longer to get places than needed. You should discuss this with your doctor if you can and remember if you can't do something because of your fibro there's nothing more important than your safety so things can wait until you feel a little better

I had to stop driving too. I was getting lost and I could see I was losing focus driving. I would be day dreaming and forget my turn then didn't realize it until I am way down the road. Then I would lose my car in the parking lot after shopping. I could remember crying and realizing something wasn't right in my mind. It became very scary for me.

I was telling my Dr. about it and he ordered a neuro test. It really showed how bad my memory, reaction and thought process was plus so much more. I decided it was best I didn't drive. I know this is not all caused by fibro. I have a history of small stroke and seizures and etc. My brain has taken a hit too many times.

In my city we have a disability bus. I got signed up through my Dr. permission. I have to pay $7 round trip. Others can get a discount through the amt. of income you make. It's a great service. I am not sure if your city or town provides that. If they have regular bus service then they have to have disability service I heard.

In our city they are really cracking down on people driving with narcotics in their system. They are making commercials too. So it's important we are clear headed before we drive. I can relate to the withdrawls your having from stoping your narcotics. They have great meds now so you don't go into withdrawls. It's a easy and comfortable way to stop.

coffee and autopilot. Ha. :)