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@uglyredneck173

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been on Gabapentin 300mg 3 times a day for my severe dizziness for the last 13 going on 14 years

@anbueswar

2 жыл бұрын

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@virgilcraciun6828

2 жыл бұрын

Gabapentină

@virgilcraciun6828

2 жыл бұрын

Prospect

@annchege4626

Жыл бұрын

Can I take Gabix tablets and for how long should I take and how many tablets a day

600mg 3x day plus meloxicam and I'm still in pain... Five herniated discs, hypercalcimia, irreversible nerve damage, bone spurs, arthritis and I'm only 42...please send prayers

@hankclingingsmith8707

2 жыл бұрын

ME TOO EXACTLY..TRY 1/2 DOSES OF OXYCODE 2 TO 4 TIMES PER DAY. MINIMAL SIDE AFFECTS. I RUN A BUSSINESS. BUT RECOGNIZE YOUR LIMITATIONS.

@jenniferlonghurst4483

2 жыл бұрын

I cannot even begin to know what you go through... I'm sorry that you do. Yes sister, I will pray.

@suzannehartmann946

2 жыл бұрын

Praying.

@g5alive795

2 жыл бұрын

I feel your pain. Got 2 neck fusions C2/C3 & C5/C6/C7 in 2 years. Disc bulges, Degenerative Disc Disease, scoliosis, arthritis, severe daily nerve pain,in upper back, shoulders, arms to tips of fingers (1st 2) on both hands . Compression @ T5/6 , muscle Atraphy , Weakness in both arms & loss of grip, birth defect. left side of an S disk fused to Left hip, back always out. 900 mg 2x daily doesn't help. I want my life back! I'm not living, I'm just surviving! This pain is in my face everyday, laughing at me. I never imagined 10 years ago, I'd be like this in my 50's. I'm sorry for your pain, I truly am. May God Bless You. ASK & YOU SHALL RECEIVE!!! 😁😁😁

@HemrajSaini1989

2 жыл бұрын

Take peedanil gold a herbal treatment

My husband was prescribed Gabapentin when he developed Guillian Barre Syndrome. He was paralyzed below the neck for a year. He was one of the 20-30% left with permanent nerve damage so he still takes Gabapentin. I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 1989. Lyrica didn't help at all but Gabapentin does. We have no side effects.

@zahidmahmood1231

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Sharon..I have also cervical spondylosis and my pain go through neck to shoulder and shoulder sculpture and also in arm and numbness also..I used lyrica 75mg but doesn't work..I want to use gabapentin glenmark does work or not work ? how's feeling your hubby?

@sharonw.9091

2 жыл бұрын

@@zahidmahmood1231 My husband has been taking it for 9 years and it helps his nerve pain. He has limited mobility in his hands and no mobility in his ankles and feet. He also has weakness in his arms and legs. I have had multi-level cervical spinal fusion. I have also had multi-level lumbar spinal fusion and spinal stenosis surgery. I have arthritis in all joints in my spine, osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia and myofascial pain syndrome. Gabapentin brings me a lot more relief than Lyrica ever did at a fraction of the cost.

@zahidmahmood1231

2 жыл бұрын

@@sharonw.9091 Ooooh feel soo sad ...I pray for your speedy recovery 🤲🤲..I just have cervical spondylosis in neck..

@sharonw.9091

2 жыл бұрын

@@zahidmahmood1231 Don't diminish your own suffering. I have lived with chronic pain for over 37 years and just take life one day at a time. I try to focus on what I can do rather than what I can't. God bless you and I hope you find relief from your pain.

@zahidmahmood1231

2 жыл бұрын

@@sharonw.9091 Oooh soo sad .. can't bear the pain..your health history too long may God bless you healthy life..🤲🤲🤲

I take 1800mg of Gabapentin a day, and it’s a God sent. Without it, I would never be able to get out of bed. I have bulging disc in the lower back, and severe arthritis in my spine. With that medication, and other meds that I take for my heart I’m able to have somewhat a quality of life.

@slowjamcdub

11 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing!! Hope all is well!

Ok, I had to comment...I've seen so much crap on here from doctors, pharmacists, etc..You are one of the first who are completely honest, and totally correct about this medication, in which I can comment on because I've been on it for quite a few years now along with other medications you have mentioned..Its good to see the right information given out for once..everyone should always discuss their medication interactions with their provider and see videos like this so if you brought up something a patient isnt aware of or questions they can discuss it with their doctor on the next visit! You speak calmly and are clear on what you say, instead of dancing around an issue...thanx for this!

I did a very heavy lifting job for 40 years, and the last 5 year of it I began to experience occasional numbness in my left hand, found myself dropping things without even knowing, had about 4 short bouts of Vertigo, eyes were jerking left and right, like my brain was doing cartwheels, pain and swelling in my back and Shoulder, and these things slowly crept up on me till I retired at 55, the pain in by back and shoulder got worse, so bad it would wake me up at night, thought maybe I had pulled muscles or torn tendons at work, my left tricep, fore arm back of hand and thumb felt like they were on fire, went to the Doc, she notice my back and shoulder were swelled way out, got X-rays that showed I had Arthritis in my neck, which was putting pressure on my spinal chord, she prescribed Gabapentin, 300mg three times a day and on the second day all the symptoms were gone, been on the drug now for 9 years without experiencing any of these crippling symptoms, have slight dizziness now and again but otherwise living a painless active life :)

@sharonvess1869

2 жыл бұрын

I have the same problems. Just started taking this.

@jamesohara4295

2 жыл бұрын

@@sharonvess1869 Worked miracles for me, good luck :)

@sharonvess1869

2 жыл бұрын

@@jamesohara4295 Thank you

That was the most thorough description of this medication I have ever seen or heard. Thank you! I liked and subscribed. 👍

Originally I took 300mg three times a day for chemotherapy related neuropathy crippling my hands and feet. Over time and with a lot of physical therapy I regained my walking but still have numbness inhibiting my hands. I have reduced my dose to twice a day, looking forward to ending this medication. I am in remission from lymphoma.

@workphone4210

2 жыл бұрын

PLEASE DO THIS 1 DID. I BEAT STAGE 4 LYMPHOMA CANCER N 3 MTHS. I'M 6FT 7 WAS 337 NOW 250. I EAT 5 TO 7 ORGANIC ORANGES, 1 LEMON, 1TO 2 AVOCADOS, REAL HONEY NOT FAKE HONEY N PLACE ALL SUGARS, GREEN PEPPERS ALL ONCE ADAY FOR A MTH OR 2. SWITCH ORANGES WITH WATERMELONS, BANANAS, MANGOS ECT, GARLIC & SPINACH APLES GRAPES. SPICES. CUMMON, HOT RED PEPPER. LITTLE MILK NO FAKE JUICES. SALAD R OK IF ORGANIC. WHAT IS LYMPHOMA? ITS CANCER CAUSED BY PESTICIDES. IF U AREN'T SPRAYING UR LAWN THEN WHERE IS IT COMING FROM? UR FOOD!!! ALL OF IT!!! WHAT DO COWS N CHICKENS EAT? GRAIN, HAYS ECT. THEY R ALL GROWN & SPAYED WITH ROUNDUP. MOST PRODUCE & ALL HEALTH BARS WERE SPAYED DURING GROWING WITH PESTICEDS. OH LETS NOT 4GET THE MAIN INGREDIENT! GOD JEHOVAH & HIS SON JESUS & FAITH. FAITH IS THE KEY TO MY HEART N HIS

@patbeakey9784

2 жыл бұрын

@@workphone4210 I couldn't read all of your comment. Tell Mr more.

@denisedavis7525

2 жыл бұрын

Prayers for you

@greendragon4058

Жыл бұрын

I don't know if it would work for you but I have nerve damage in my hands I wear 42 Rings because I write a lot I had to learn to write all over again when they did my first neck surgery but with the weight of the Rings on my fingers I know where they are hey but on the bright side they crap out of the microwave when it's hot lol

@MegaToshia

Жыл бұрын

Congrats for being in remission. Amen!

I took this following lung surgery for shooting nerve pain. It helped tremendously, better than prescription pain medication. It also definitely helped me sleep. No side effects. Thankful my doctor prescribed it.

@hunterloiselle7666

Жыл бұрын

What was the surgery on the lungs for? And did it work? Thanks

@micalediprima3070

Жыл бұрын

@@hunterloiselle7666 😊

@kobebryant-cl7ul

Жыл бұрын

What dose?

Very detailed, thanks for this! I picked up a prescription today for nerve pain in my lower back, left IT band and left waist line area over to the groin. I sure hope this shaves the edge off the pain I've been having!

Took this for my both full knee replacements and it was fantastic

@garycortesi8406

3 ай бұрын

Any problem when you stopped?

Thankyou so much for your very helpful post...you answered more questions than my doctor and pharmacist combined

@PharmacistTips

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

This is a lifesaver for people dealing with opiate withdrawal. And also people who taper off of drugs like suboxone or methadone. The restless legs and arms can be extreme. Also making sleep impossible. Thank you for your work.

@Kerri303

Жыл бұрын

Can you please tell me more about your experience with gabapentin and withdrawal. I’m basically in withdrawal coming off suboxone can’t seem to get under a mg. How much and how many a day?

How pleasant it was to find this unbiased, informative video. Thanks.

@evillyn7895

4 жыл бұрын

@twist of -faith I found the info I was looking for, thought the presentation was nice, and said so. BTW, I was checking if I could stop taking it, found out I didn't have to stop taking it gradually (yeah!). I didn't catch on to any bias, but ironically, the pharmacist cost himself at least one customer with this video!

@evillyn7895

4 жыл бұрын

@twist of -faith Thank you, it's very kind of you to take the time to link me to a different source. Much appreciated. **waves at you**

@evillyn7895

4 жыл бұрын

@twist of -faith I had a similar reaction, in addition to hives and making my daily migraines WORSE! I took it for a month then quit it cold, and felt better the next day. Ironically, my sister and Dad take it and swear it helps them...

My cat was prescribed this, which has worked wonders for her. I have an acquaintance in alcohol recovery prescribed this as well, which led me to you. Subscribing, thank you.

@katzygolf

4 ай бұрын

They prescribe it for cats after surgery

My doctor prescribed this medicine when I had shingles two years ago it worked really good.I also have rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia and noticed my fibromyalgia had improved so been taking this medication daily. To me I feel like this medication has been the best to control my fibromyalgia.

@chocogriffin888

2 жыл бұрын

This is beautiful to hear!!

@simzism

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. I've just been prescribed this for Fibromyalgia and super cautious around meds so really concerned about how it will effect me 🥺 have you experienced any side effects?

@Li-ty4ve

Жыл бұрын

I am 79 and still exercising with walking, cycling, swimming and golfing alternatively. I had shingles in 2008 and sadly was not properly treated and hence, post shingles nerves impairment. I suffered much aches for years and also now has arthritic hip and knee on right side. The challenge is sleep due to RLS and aches in legs. I find celebrex 200 mg taken once in two days after lunch and gabapentin 100mg taken two hours daily before sleep very helpful for smooth sleep. There is no side effect so far. Gabapentin is cheap and offered much as a relief drug.

@janice369

4 ай бұрын

​@@Li-ty4ve Be very. careful, Celebrex gave me a peptic ulcer. Back in the late 80s. I struggle with taking mandatory BP meds bcuz of it. It's not just foods/drinks I can't have. And gastroenterologists WILL tell you they see many patients like me with holes in their stomaches from Celebrex. It's well known for ulcers!!

They always want to give this for opiod withdrawl but no one would explain why. This video gave me more info ib a few mins than dozens of dr's over many years.

Ty for sharing your videos with us ALL. Very informative. HUGS and GOD bless us ALL 👍

I was just prescribed this following nerve damage and a microdisectomy, I was curious of the risks and think this was a very thorough explanation, thank you :)

@richardhertz749

Жыл бұрын

i just left a comment as i was taking it for 5 years but you should really watch this video if you are taking gaba kzread.info/dash/bejne/k5d5vLCMkcXYl7w.html

I used to take Gabbapenton for anxiety I slowly weaned myself off of it & I’m fine today.

@garycortesi8406

3 ай бұрын

I’m taking it for my quadruple bypass surgery. How slowly did you get off it?

I am a 68 year old male and have had migraines for 47 years. For the last few years, I've had major, severe migraine pain on the order of 20+ migraines per month. One Neurologist told me that my trigeminal nerve had simply become too sensitive to stimuli (bright lights, strong smells, eye strain, and sinus issues), but she stopped short of offering me anything that would/could help. Note: my wife uses Gabapentin (2400 mg) for nerve issues following her two knee replacements. My wife suggested to my PCP that I try Gabapentin. We started at a lower dosage but found that 2400 mg was very successful at controlling my migraines. For example, for the month of January 2021, I've only had 4 migraines instead of the normal 20+. I really think other migraine sufferers might benefit from Gabapentin.

@shirleywhite2047

2 жыл бұрын

I do think so because I have The headache s too and I don't have them that often any More my rhumetologist doctor prescribe gabapentin for my arthritis

@Jaimito1981

2 жыл бұрын

Another thing that you can cure just with diet and natural remedies without the need of a synthetic drug

@user-ch5ek3cw3f

Жыл бұрын

@@Jaimito1981 not always

@robinglauser5626

Жыл бұрын

Ask about Axert 12.5 it will knock out the worst migraine in minutes. My insurance will only cover the generic but they don't work as well.

@ttnnaples8060

Жыл бұрын

Had migraine, no aura, since a little girl. Imitrex / sumatriptan is all that stops mine.

I actually am up to that 1800mg dosage of gabapentin which I have to take at bedtime. I have tried taking it during the day but I cannot function. I have diabetic neuropathy and after many different medications have found that,along with my doctor, Lortab is the best option for me. My doctor is very good about explaining things to me. However, I am glad I came across your very informative channel. I did learn something therefore,I gladly subscribed.

200 mg before bedtime to stop the buzzing in my leg after botched back surgery. I sleep better with no side effect.

@magpiesneedle2575

3 жыл бұрын

Neck surgery here, but eventually switched to pregabalin. Glad you have had success.

@desertmaverick7567

3 жыл бұрын

I've been using it now for about a year and I have had very positive results. I do get a bit of brain fog but the alternative is not an option for my use of it. I had tried other medications but nothing helped me until Gabapentin. There are trade offs involved with many medications.

@antm64

2 жыл бұрын

I've been prescribed the same dosage for leg pain after abdominal cancer surgery. It does seem to help for 4-5 hours, then leg pain returns. I've been told my body processes meds faster than usual...such is life. I'm just glad there is something that helps my leg pain! Learned much from this video!

I have CMT (same thing Alan Jackson has). It causes severe neuropathy in my feet, especially when I go to bed at night and put my feet up. I take two 300 mg Gabapentin before bedtime and have no pain or trouble sleeping. I have been taking it for several years and have had no problems or side effects.

Nicely presented and spoken in generic terms. Slowly done so you can read the presentation to understand it.Thank you so much.

Thank you for a clear and concise explanation. I just started taking gabapentin and want to be aware of it's properties and drug interactions.

Thank you for this information. I'm on 1200 mg a day. Experiencing dry mouth and mild forgetfulness. I'm almost 80 yo. I am experiencing heavy legs and it helps a lot. Type 2 diabetes for more than 25 y.

@mitch5222

3 жыл бұрын

I am afraid to take it. I have neuropathy. Does it help?

@user-ss1eu4sz4f

2 жыл бұрын

ممكن ترجمه بالعربي

@jkholtgreve

2 жыл бұрын

@@mitch5222 It’s helped me, but I’m also too young to accept the cognitive side effects and fatigue. I’d never dissuade anyone especially since I’m not a medical professional, but as with every medication you have to weigh the positives and negatives.

@keepsmiling704

Жыл бұрын

I can't tell you how many time I wake up IF I even FINALLY fall asleep from my dry mouth. My tongue actually feels as though it is stuck to the roof of my mouth, it is beyond horrible. I have bought everything you can imagine for dry mouth, but nothing seems to work. I was wondering if you also noticed that during the day your mouth taste terrible ...

Thank you for consulting, diagnosing, and medically treating me just like a dr. (or healthcare provider).

I am new to this. Taking it for nerve pain. Only 300mg 1 x a day. One good thing is that it has brought back my sense of smell.

@mitch5222

4 жыл бұрын

Does it help for pain?

@TheMaciel89

3 жыл бұрын

What's 300mg?

I have bad insomnia and my doc knows that this is the main purpose for me taking it. But, I do have degenerative disc disease and general arthritis so it helps with that. Also, just found through a sleep study that I have restless leg syndrome and if I miss a night of gaba I certainly know it! I take my 3-300 mg all at once about 8pm so I can sleep by 11 and my legs are calm. Good stuff for me!

@latrelleodom9484

3 жыл бұрын

You should try Baclofen. Its a muscle relaxer. I use for fibromyalgia. It makes me drowsy so it helps me fall asleep too. I also use for restless leg syndrome. Gabapentin made me very forgetful.

@shaydebridges5530

Жыл бұрын

You certainly know when you don’t take it because gabapentin will cause withdrawal if you stop taking it . If you take this medication every day you will get withdrawal of you don’t take it . I’ve experienced this myself . If I don’t take gaba I get anxiety to the point where I start sweating out of nowhere as well as restless leg and insomnia

@susanberdan1626

Жыл бұрын

Me also spine, knees are so bad I'm only 61 so i take it to help me sleep otherwise i wake up and toss and turn all night sometimes i can't fall asleep until 4 am 5am. Not so good. But i know what tour saying about pain

@juliagrant9314

Жыл бұрын

Qub"l

@dskhan8447

Жыл бұрын

Almost same problems But how about unknown rash do you have,First time knows having rash because of gaba? I take every night for sleep and shoulder pain

I was on Gabapentin & the side effects were worse than what I was taking it for. Needless to say, I’m never taking Gabapentin again!

@brandonbell5357

19 сағат бұрын

My neighbor was taking it and he grew a third nut now his wife says it hurts just saying

It’s great for nerve pain. Side effects mild diarrhea in higher doses. Excellent for dealing with addiction withdrawals. I don’t think that gets discussed quite as much as it should. It takes a few days to get comfortable with and the initial side effects do wear off.

@MrAns786

2 жыл бұрын

How many times per day and what mg of pre gabs would you recommend ? for a heavy smoker of the H. Will 10mg diazepams help and how many in a day to assist with withdrawals ? Can you advise on how to taper off the opiates, bro.

@summertea8609

2 жыл бұрын

@@MrAns786 try O.P.M.S Gold Kratom to taper off opiates, I was able to kick a 5 year 15 year opiate and then suboxone addiction with a lot of prayer and healing from God and Kratom.

@summertea8609

2 жыл бұрын

Benzodiazepines are something you want to try to stay away from.

@danaburns1019

11 ай бұрын

You're right but sometimes I forget to take it and over the years of taking it I've got a thousand thousand saved up.

When my Chihuahua was severely injured in a coyote attack, Gabapentin in a liquid form dispensed by a syringe to the mouth, was prescribed for her to deal with the extreme pain she was experiencing afterwards. It was quite effective in that regard.

@magpiesneedle2575

Жыл бұрын

I am on pre-Gabalin (spinal cord damage from “broken neck”. I used to be on Gabapentin. Just last week my dog was prescribed 100 mg twice a day. She’s Westie/Jack Russell (mini) cross named Sadie. I’m almost in more pain watching her than I am myself

@mariahconklin4150

Жыл бұрын

It really is I love it.

@lisasmith7066

10 ай бұрын

I know some dog owners swear by it and vets love to prescribe it but I always get my dog a buprenorphine shot for pain followed up with tramadol. There is no literature (that I’m aware of) that proves that Gabapentin helps dogs with pain. My dog has bad side effects: foaming at the mouth, spaced out, etc.

@lisasmith7066

10 ай бұрын

I’m very sorry about your Chihuahua. Did she heal up alright? 🙏🐶💖

This medication has almost caused me to lose my mind! I'd begged my caretakers to no longer give me this med. Finally I'm able to make the decisions on my own. I'm back to normal! I knew it was "this" med. To come here and discover all this is kind of mind boggling and a relief it was not just me experiencing this.

@trishperry2874

3 жыл бұрын

This is mostly my experience as well

@frankhansen9729

3 жыл бұрын

WE ARE JUST A FEW OF MANY THAT ARE SCREWED WITH THIS CRAP. WHEN DOCTORS ARE TOLD WHAT IT'S DOING TO YOU AND SAY REALLY, WE CAN INCREASE DOSAGE....RUN THE OTHER WAY TO A DOCTOR THAT (L I S T E N S ) ! They get that license to PRACTICE....not because they actually know the answer by experience.!

@timothyrigby5693

3 жыл бұрын

Amen, spooky stuff

@ttnnaples8060

3 жыл бұрын

@@frankhansen9729 If dr had you started off with more than a 300 mg capsule and you had that reaction...change doctors. Ask for an evaluation of any other Rxs, vitamins, supplements. Even food. I agree most doctors are still 'practicing' on us. If we let them. May not be the treatment for you, BUT GAVE ME MY LIFE BACK. And for 23+ years. So not not bad stuff.

@ttnnaples8060

3 жыл бұрын

@Fam Eight Do you fill it and SELL it? You need to TELL YOUR DOCTOR.

This med is great gets rid of my pains in my body.I sleep real good the next day no pains.

@denisestrawford80

3 жыл бұрын

how many mg

@christineh4782

3 жыл бұрын

It's good to hear it is working for you!😃👍

@polpottsetung.i6928

3 жыл бұрын

1200 mg once in evening.

@Biggles2498

3 жыл бұрын

Caryn : Although it works I do feel "groggy" in the morning and need a good stiff cup of Tetley Tea with 2 1/2 sugars.

@jeffm.2362

3 жыл бұрын

Try weed instead

Great information and I enjoyed the way in which it was delivered. Thank you

💊 Taking Gabapentin now after head on collision when pickup truck went in my lane. My civic was totaled. I was in Coma 5 days, got 8 bags donated blood, multiple fractures in ribs, both arms and right leg. I don't feel a thing except slight pain in cracked elbow. Highly recommend Gabapentin.

Thanks for xplaining in a best manner

It has been a godsend for me! It helped me kick alcohol dependence and provides me with a restful sleep with ZERO hangover from it the next morning. There continue to be mild balance issues with me, especially when I get up abruptly and have to navigate stairs, but it passes quickly. I also have to be careful in the shower when I close my eyes while soaping up my face. I have to hold onto the wall so I don't lose my balance. This passes immediately when I open my eyes again.

@casandra750

2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations !!! You should be very proud of yourself. One word of caution. I hope you are also going to AA and have a sponsor. I say this because many people, after a period of time, develop side effects from Gabapentin and need to reduce or even eliminate the drug. The most common side effect is losing works when speaking. You can be staring at a door knob but cannot recall what that object is called. Difficulty with basic math happens at the same time as the speech difficulty. Addiction runs in my family. My experience with Gabapentin has been due to a nerve injury in my neck. I was fortunate that a family member was a physical therapist and she noticed my difficulty speaking.

@greendragon4058

Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh that is so great good for you

@richardsmith7676

Жыл бұрын

Also taking Gabapentin for severe stenosis at L4&5. It helps, but doesn't alleviate the issue entirely. Your balance problem is same as mine, but mine has been with me for 35 years, long before taking any Gabapentin. It is caused by a damaged inner ear, and has the exact symptoms as you described. Your eyes being open, compensates for the loss of natural balance provided by inner ear to tell you up from down.

@greendragon4058

Жыл бұрын

@@casandra750 I call it brain fog it's a horrible side effect so my doctor gave me pregabalin certified milligrams once a day I take it at night because that stuff makes you tired too but that's what's working for me. I'm just glad I'm retired because the last 10 years my coworkers thought that I was losing my mind but I should do something because my handshake and other guests still see it and..

@frenchustube

Жыл бұрын

@@richardsmith7676I am glad you posted because i have balance problem when i close my eyes in the shower and when i get up too quickly. I have a damaged inner ear “ vestibular problem after covid. Did or do you have weak legs like spaghetti jello legs? thanks

man, I want to thank you for this. I'm new to this old man thing and have a lot to learn. I was diagnosed with pancreatitis. It sometimes bothers me when I eat something I'm not supposed to. Like anything fried. or pretty much everything I enjoy. When the pain hit I tried most all OTC I could think of to little to Zero avail. Anytime (I fell anyway) I mention excruciating pain to my PCP I suspect they may be thinking I'm fishing. No, I'm Not! My GI lady prescribed gabapentin 300mg at bedtime. This seems to have very little to no effect. I do have a referral to see a pain management guru in a couple of weeks so I will see how this works out. I've never used drugs in my life other than an occasional anti-acid. I'm taking my second Gabapentin 300 tonight. Thanks again & Cheers from Louisiana.

@djdarq6311

Жыл бұрын

It is poison

Thank you so much for this GREAT channel!! Very helpful for me 🥰

Thank you. Well presented, logically laid out, and very informative!

@daybyday0731

3 жыл бұрын

I agree...great video..

@msj6324

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely I appreciate the layout and being detail in this video... Thank you.☺

Thank you for your time.

Thank you so much for this. It’s extraordinarily helpful.

One of the best videos on this subject.

It is rarely discussed how gabapentin ( and lyrica) can, at high doses, over many years, interfere with memory and cognitive function. I have experienced this, But thankfully it’s coming back, now that I stopped taking these drugs.

@jakesmith-ho4bl

Ай бұрын

Ever experience psychosis? My friend did when the physician told her she can stop cold turkey.

Thank you. This has been very informative information. Been on it a while and never truly knew the whys and what’s of it until now. Just nice to know. Works well for me for now.

My family doctor had me on methadone for chronic back pain, promethazine for nausea and gabapentin and it almost took me out! The critical care doctor who intubated me later told me those 3 medications should never be given together. I did not take more than prescribed. I requested that I was removed from all three at once, and ended up being coded. Please warn people of this, I got a second chance, and am now only on gabapentin 400 mg per day and am so much better. Thank you for this video, learned a few things! 🙂

Well done..lots of Info presented in understandable well-paced fashion. Thanks

I been taking it for years, but I thought that the reason I was getting forgetful was because of my age. My mother and older sister have , dementia and Alzheimer, but my brothers don't. Thank you for the information.

@Jaimito1981

2 жыл бұрын

Lions Mane

@dilenaking4746

2 жыл бұрын

My husband now suffers from CRS TERRIBLY!!

@peggyhughes9391

2 жыл бұрын

One of the side effects you will forget words! It kills my stomach.

@SuperGuanine

2 жыл бұрын

@@Jaimito1981 What do you mean?

@Jaimito1981

2 жыл бұрын

@@SuperGuanine Lions Mane is probably the best supplement to take in the long term for memory, cognitive performance and to prevent age-related brain diseases like Alzheimer's, dementia, etc. Its also the only thing that has a NGF (Nerve Growth Factor). It's also great for anxiety and gut health! I take 1gr daily with my mushroom coffee. So does my father

wow! thanks man! super appreciate your breakdown. I have been taking this med for years and years now. and I seem to have many of the side effects you mention as well as the 1% side effects. going to talk to my health care provider immediately!!! and ask why these side effects were not explained like this?!?

Prescribed 300mg 3xday for post-herpetic neuropathy. (Herpes Zoster in upper left quadrant of my face, centered in my left eye, which is now partially paralyzed for last 12 years. My eye stays shut unless I consciously open it. As soon as I forget to use my muscles to keep the eye open, it falls shut.) Also pain and itching in left eye, and this symptom is greatly improved by the Gabapentin. Otherwise it's maddening! When I went off the medicine, the pain and itching in my eye returned with a vengeance. When I resumed the Gabapentin, the level of pain/itchiness fell off again. Very useful medication. Thanks for the informative video!

I too am on Gabapentin 100 for 7 years. I am suffering from Nueropathy and feel so much better.

My alcohol rehab dr started me on I think 300mg after I told him that the other patients were giving me severe anxiety. I noticed a difference the very first day. The patients I was close to even noticed the difference. I came off it after leaving rehab, no side effects or withdrawal.

I was taking 1800mgs a day, the worst problem I had, was waking up in the morning. I was in such a fog, felt lightheaded, reduced it down to 1200...much better.

I take this medication 300 mg 2 times daily I have never had any side affects or reactions or any issues I take it for pain and it's been about 6 months it's help my back pain greatly thanks for the great video

I just started using it for Rheumatoid Arthritis and Fibromyalgia. I was prescribed it years ago and couldn’t get past the sleepiness and dizziness I felt. I am only using 100 mg so far. It seems to be helping with pain and insomnia. I am able to sleep at night while using this medication. I use methotrexate injections weekly and Remicade IV infusions monthly. My rheumatologist feels like this medication will address the Fibromyalgia pain.

Thank you very informative

I use gabbies for restless leg syndrome and the needle feelings in the bottom of my feet. Brought on by early detection of artery disease known to have a genetic link in some of our relatives. My Father said in prior 1600 history often beautiful women had their legs amputated and wore long dresses to cover the disease from becoming known about. My grandfather, my Mother one of her cousins all had amputations. I believe today if I can find a willing surgeon this horror could be stopped with stints.

I take two 400mg capsules three times a day for small fiber neuropathy. It doesn't take all the pain away but it does help take the edge off.

This is Sonia Ashley I was on 900 mg. of gabapentin for a long time I now have nerve damage as well My body throbs like a tooth ache I'm a mess at this point I'm getting help for my condition

I’m very nervous even close to paranoid about taking meds. This video was the most informative I could find. Thank you for taking your time to explain it. I was given gabapentin to help relieve my carpal tunnel symptoms until surgery.

@OzmaOfOzz

4 жыл бұрын

For Carpal Tunnel, did you get your B vitamins tested before? Just yesterday I watched a video on b6 deficiencies and one was Carpal Tunnel. Just asking.

@thesaltycarpenter5245

4 жыл бұрын

Simina Cristian I haven’t. I’ll have to look into it. Thank you for the info!

@OzmaOfOzz

4 жыл бұрын

@@thesaltycarpenter5245 you re very welcome!!! I had some muscle pain and joint pain these past several weeks and turned out my vit d, vit b12 and b6 are critically low. Within limints, but low limits. And doctors never check those, it s infuriating. Even people with so called depression are never tested for B vitamins or magnesium, they re just prescribed anti depressants. God bless you, feel better soon! 🙏

@thesaltycarpenter5245

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you figured it out. I’m gonna call my doctor and get it checked

@juliemayes2027

4 жыл бұрын

Beverly Marsh thank so much for posting this

I know Gabapentin and Lyrica work for some people, but not for me. For my nerve pain, low dose amitriptyline was fantastic. Testosterone therapy helps as well (worth considering if you have clinical low testosterone. There’s even a study showing that micro-dosing testosterone is an effective treatment for fibromyalgia in women).

@gamegreenmuscle8562

2 жыл бұрын

I study endocrine systems on the side of chemistry, testosterone and primobolan have amazing medical uses. Primobolan can strengthen bones in those who have been on Corticosteroids that makes the bones brittle. HRT/TRT is a godsend for those with low levels or those who suffer from depression due to low T. I can’t tell you how much it turned my mood around and made my life worth living. And the confidence it brought I can’t even begin to tell you. I hope those who seek TRT therapy find it swiftly.

@guyfountan4754

Жыл бұрын

Amitriptyline

@lauriekline178

Жыл бұрын

Testosterone is never a good idea for women. Fibromyalgia is caused from MCAS and gabapentin and lyrica are the right treatment for fibromyalgia.

@FreedomFox1

Жыл бұрын

@@lauriekline178 Testosterone occurs naturally in women’s bodies. Women can suffer from low testosterone, just as men can suffer from low estrogen.

I appreciate the valuable information. Thank you.

Thank you for your wonderful information!! God bless everybody here that is given their experiences, we'll learn from each other, thank God for people that cares about others.. God bless you all!!! 🙏👍💙💙🌺🙏

Works in small dose extremely well for me. First prescribed for itching, then for neuropathy/diabetic. Works well for both. These 2 issues come in waves then nothing for a while so I only take one 100 mg tablet at bedtime each night while symptom exists. I have no side effects other than a bit of tiredness when I wake up sometimes. Nothing really to complain about and it relieves both issues. I was told I could take up to 600 mg per day but I never found the need.

@Primalxbeast

Жыл бұрын

I was wondering if 100mg/day was enough to be useful because that's what I was just prescribed.

@mitch5222

Жыл бұрын

​@@Primalxbeast does it work.

@Primalxbeast

Жыл бұрын

@Mitch Not really. I try to skip taking it on some days so that I can take an extra one on days when my feet hurt too much to sleep.

@it-85manuel4

11 ай бұрын

@@PrimalxbeastI just started taking it at bedtime… Did you take it yet or you have discontinued?

I take 300mg of this for pain management but it has helped me with anxiety and panic attacks. I’ve had my neck operated on due to wip lash from a car accident and I also had to have a insert in between lumbar 4 & 5 from constant pain, not entirely sure what happened. I seem to be doing just fine and I’m 67 years old now and a happy snow skier.

@madfrankiefraser2234

Жыл бұрын

Yeah it definetly helps with anxiety

@alimccreery755

Жыл бұрын

@@madfrankiefraser2234 absolutely my Alpine skiing has gotten so much better and I’ve challenged myself. I don’t think I could do a double black diamond run but I have done a single and kept my composure.

@vernonsheldon-witter1225

7 ай бұрын

@@madfrankiefraser2234 With some people. Definitely not everyone. All it did for my Panic Disorder is make me dopey and nonfunctional. I totaled a car and could not work. Studies have shown it is barely better for most anxiety disorders than the placebo. PS, I am also an RN.

I was on gabapentin for 6 months to test RA. It did terrible things to me I was getting a shot in my stomach ,once a week.I took myself off it,the rhomatoll was angry at me. She told me no to see her again, I took her advice

I have 2 brothers that take Gabs, one with bad back surgeries who takes 300 mg at night and it does seem to help his leg spasms and jerking around in his legs. But he can't walk. My other brother (who can walk with a walker) did real bad on Gabs, he took 1200 mg (2 in the AM and 2 at night). He fell 4 times in a span of 2 days due to being unsteady and clumsy while taking Gabs. It makes you lose your balance, especially if you are weak to begin with. It's a hit or a miss depending on what is wrong with you and the dosage. As a general rule, try to avoid it if possible or take it at your own risk as a last resort. Thats how we feel about it.

Thanks so much very helpful

5 years ago I was taking 2700 mg per day for poly neuropathy and I have to say it didn't make a jot of difference and neither did I have issues with side effects except for dry mouth. There was no issues either when I stopped taking it over a week. I now take 600mg of Pregabalin which is slightly better but not the answer by a long chalk.

I have suffered for nerve damage pain most of my adult life until my doctor prescribed me Gabapentin. My only problem with it is if I take my dose too close to bedtime it makes me wet the bed everytime.

Very helpful information. Thank you for sharing.

My pain specialist put me on this 3 years ago. I’m on 900mg three times a day ( total 2700 mg daily) I would be lost without this drug. I also take it with palexia for pain relief caused by FND ( fictional neurological disorder) other doctors and nurses are stunned by how much I’m on but I trust my pain specialist and my body knows when I’m late for a dose and being late does not like my body at all.

@HlifeRomania91

2 жыл бұрын

I know someone on 3700mg a day and it helps. It doesn't help me at all, glad it works for you

I and many many others take this to reduce the pain in feet and hands from chemotherapy. I have been taking it for 6 years now. The first 4 years was morphine and Gabapentin. This also got rid of my restless leg syndrome that I suffered from my whole life. I am 6' 7" so my legs have always been very long. Thanks for video.

@mitch5222

Жыл бұрын

Any side effect or withdrawals when u try to quit it.

After 5 days of using it i get a relief from terrible pain. Thank God.

A friend of mine took this and she experienced an extreme change in Behavior, one of the noted side effects.

@lureneloys8830

3 жыл бұрын

I just started taking this med,I better not continue before I go..........------------

@sasa3766

2 жыл бұрын

what kind of changes in behavior?

@TheHomeExpert5

2 жыл бұрын

@@sasa3766 personality changes.

@why2874

2 жыл бұрын

Same with me, my thoughts were getting dark, noticeably. Everyone isn’t going to admit to themselves that they are going mad, crazy! Don’t be a shame and think about what’s new in your diet and medications, please don’t overlook changes in your behavior or thoughts.

I’ve been taking 300mg for 3 yrs or more, prescribed by my cardiologist. No problems! Ann Wanamaker

It would be more helpful if you put the date on your YT videos. But I'm thankful for your information and clear explanation.

Started Gabapentin 4 years ago after herniated disc surgery. upon healing and getting back to work I had to stop taking the 900mg a day (3tabs) because it put me in a kind of dream state but I did notice that my quality of sleep had improved immensely. So I've been taking 600mg (2 tabs ) a night, a couple hours before bedtime ever since. No side affects and no drowsiness the next day. I've always been a light sleeper wih difficulty getting to sleep. This has solved that problem.

I have TOS and have had the surgery already a year ago, with a top doctor. I have pretty bad pain and weakness in my right side still. I just started gaba, albeit it wasn’t a easy decision. I hate drugs. So far it seems to help a bit, only taking 300mg a day. I’ll increase soon. Im most concerned with the mental and sexual issues that this drug can cause, we will see. I’m only 30 and having chronic pain and weakness is so difficult. I wish everyone here a pain free day.

@bettybare3320

Жыл бұрын

Amen to that. I pray for most of you all here who has more pain than I, but I know what you all are going through, may God answer my prayers.

THANKS FOR SHARING.👍

Thank you so much, Sir!

It's awesome I love it! Gonna go down to a lower dosage though I tried 600 mg but it may be too high for me but it works for my mental health and more.

This medication is a lifesavers! Im on 1800 mg a day for cervical radiculopathy pain that runs down my arm. MRI found degeneration & arthritis in my entire cervical spine.

Gabapentin works amazingly well for my anxiety and mood and sleep TBH. I do have to say, that I think it’s really dose dependent. For me, lower/mild doses work best for anxiety. 600-900 mg seems to be the sweet spot range for me. I get significant anxiety relief and a mood boost without much brain fog, etc. Higher doses only make me feel more brain fog sedated and pass out. IME, gabapentin works great if used at the right dose. It’s worked better for my anxiety and mood than SSRI’s. Downsides are the half life is kinda short and there is some amount of brain fog depending on dose.

I take 2700mg , 900mg 3 x a day for my back, neck and leg pain and it doesn't help all that much. i also take 20mg of baclofen 3 x a day with it and feel as though all I'm doing is throwing money away . I'm glad it's helping some of you folks and I help others find relief using gabapentin.

I take it for lupus! It reduces the pains I get throughout my body.

I just went through severe withdrawal from taking my Gabapentin. It helped with my neuropathy for 2 years until they upped my dosage. I've never felt so bad in my life.

@662dodz

4 жыл бұрын

what way do you feel

@eileendoherty2836

4 жыл бұрын

Randi Compton that’s why I scared to take them

@shessojazzy4605

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks SO much for commenting; drs keep prescribing this to me (for my fibromyalgia pain) and up til now I have declined to take it. Had an appt this morning with my Rheumatologist and she again advised that I start taking this. Um yeah, “that’s a NO for $200 Alex”😂

@foundangel

3 жыл бұрын

@@shessojazzy4605 I'm so so glad that you read the comments! 💃💖

@Lillian93

3 жыл бұрын

What was your reaction? I take some several pain, anxiety, and depression medicine. medication.

I have extreme redness and itching from every form of narcotic pain medicine I’ve ever taken....so after spinal surgery recently my doctor ordered low dose Gabapentin. It seemed fine for a few days…but then I noticed a difference in my thoughts and was not myself in a way I couldn’t even describe. I kept taking it for a few weeks and then came the severe itching just like from narcotic pain medicine. UGH ! I won’t be taking the Gab again.

For the first time I know what gabapentin does. And your right.. Thanks 💕🙏

I'm very happy for all of the people it helps. It sickened me to the point of where it is on my list of "allergic to" medicines. I have to ICE 14 hours a day. I can't take any anti inflammatory drugs either. Sigh. I guess we're all different.

@deeb3077

2 жыл бұрын

Ice is good for my lower back. Sciatica and stenosis. Bursitis in the hip

I took Gabapentin when I had shingles two years ago - no side effects, but nothing seemed to relieve the pain, which was on and around my ear and neck. my pain could be described as severe and I would recommend everyone get the shingles vaccination!

I have issues with my memory and have been taking 1800 mg per day for the past 9 months. Prior to this I had been prescribed Gabapentin and had the same problem. I was weaned off of it after undergoing surgery for Trigeminal Neuralgia. My memory got much better over this period. Then it was prescribed again 5 months post surgery as the TN symptoms returned. Gabapentin again has caused issues with my memory.

@barbarajohnson3876

2 жыл бұрын

Same with me awful memory prob, but no pain relief went back to soma

@throbert1

2 жыл бұрын

What surgery did they do for your trigeminal neuralgia? Did it work? My wife has it from a screw up in her brain surgery. Thanks and good luck to you.

@jeffcrook2521

2 жыл бұрын

@@throbert1 I had a craniotomy with microvascular debridement. Basically I had a blood vessel wrapped around the trigeminal nerve and with each beat of my heart the vessel was rubbing on the nerve. They cut a hole in my skull behind my ear and placed a couple strands of Teflon between the nerve and the blood vessel. I had relief for 5 months, now symptoms are beginning again. So I have been back on Gabapentin since February of 2021. My surgery was 6/2020.

@throbert1

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jeff. I hope you can find relief again. Do they know if the teflon moved?

@jeffcrook2521

2 жыл бұрын

@@throbert1 That’s a possibility. They used strands of Teflon, At this time the pain is rare because I’m back on Gabapentin. My memory had returned over the 5 months after the surgery. I was put back on the drug because the electric shocks in my face reemerged so here I am. Now my memory is affected again.

I took a 300 mg gabapentin for a month after a femoral nerve injury and I found that it didn't do a thing for my pain at all. But acquired a handful of the side effects.

Very good video and explanation, thank you👍👍👍

I've been taking 3 each 800mg of Gabapentin every day for 4 years. That's 2,400mg a day. I have noticed no side effects. I stopped once for a month but had no withdrawal symptoms. Without this med I would have taken my life because of extreme pain in several areas plus horrendous Restless Leg Syndrome.

@jakimsteves131

3 жыл бұрын

I've was on 800mg 3 times a day for about 8 years without any side effects. 2 yrs ago my new dr wasn't comfortable with the dose and lowered it, my life has changed dramatically for the worst. I use to get out and do everything for myself now I spend 95% of my day confined to bed, and not from covid. Presently I'm searching for a real doctor, not a quack, that will help me regain my strength and maybe save my life. This medication saved my life and gave it back to me after 2 major back surgery and 20years of pain without any side effects

@DigitalMoneyMichelle

2 жыл бұрын

I agree I take 600 mg & it’s a god send to finally sleep after years & begin functioning again

@erikahoffman1504

2 жыл бұрын

@@jakimsteves131 I've had 2 back surgeries and I still have back pain. It helps the neuropathy in my legs but does nothing for the pain in my back. I'm glad it helped you I hope you find a doctor to give you the medicine again that you need

@reason5591

2 жыл бұрын

Your fortunate i have an allergic reaction to it that affects my perception which is actually a brain/mental reaction

@gerrygizzygarcia2572

2 жыл бұрын

So does it help with heirnated discs?

I got so sick getting off it. Lost 15 lbs first month I was so nauseous and then after going off of it I became so depressed it was really scary. My pain level did not change after going off of it so it wasn’t doing anything for my pain. I have arachnoiditis, a herniated disc, and stenosis.

I. Was prescribed Gabapentin for Hemifacial spasm, sent me to sleep at my desk….huge weight gain.

Thank you for sharing!!❤